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Home Performance Contracting: A Growing Opportunity

April 15, 2013

Many believe home performance contracting (HPC) is on deck as the next big thing for HVACR contractors. And, while customers may not yet be aware of the term, once they understand that the practice may grant better comfort and safety, in addition to cost savings, many are quick to embrace the idea.


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April 1, 2013: Customer Relationship Marketing Firm Offers Program for Home Performance Contractors

April 1, 2013
Continuity Programs, a leader in customer relationship marketing, announced that it now offers customized marketing and branded media solutions for home performance contractors. According to the company, it is an adaptation of its program for HVAC contractors.


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BPI Celebrates 20th Anniversary

April 1, 2013

BPI is celebrating its 20th anniversary and the growth is staggering — nearly 40,000 certifications and 200 training centers across all 50 states have established BPI as a major player in the building-performance field.


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Silver Certificate and $1,750 Awarded to Chicago Couple for Improved Home Performance

December 10, 2012
Gail and George Bohling received a Silver Certificate from Alderman Mary O’Connor because of improvements made to their home in Chicago’s 41st Ward. The improvements are expected to save them an estimated $483 annually on their utility bills and an estimated 24 percent reduction in gas energy usage.


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ACCA Hosts Inaugural Building Performance Forum

December 3, 2012
More than 150 HVACR professionals explored the topic of building performance, the transition to home performance contracting, and more at Air Conditioning Contractors of America’s (ACCA) inaugural Building Performance Forum, Oct. 9-10, in Austin, Texas.


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Nov. 21, 2012: ABM Announces New Franchise in Washington State

November 21, 2012
ABM, a leading provider of integrated facility solutions, announced that its subsidiary GreenHomes America LP has signed a franchise agreement with Washington Energy Services, a leading provider of home performance contracting services in Washington state.


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Finding Home Performance Profitable

November 19, 2012
Home performance contracting is more than just an industry buzzword for the team at Minnick’s Heating, Cooling, Energy Solutions, and Insulation. Why did the three owners decide to start focusing on the home performance market?


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Brothers Partner to Grow Businesses

October 15, 2012
Randy Novak, president-elect of SMACNA, has urged his fellow contractors to follow his example and become involved in the home performance contracting market. Novak often works with Home Star Iowa and the firm’s chief building analyst, Rob Novak — who just happens to be his brother.


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Webinar Examines Whole Home Performance

August 27, 2012
Building Performance Institute Inc. (BPI) is sponsoring a “Crushing Your Competition as a Whole House Home Performance Contractor” webinar, 1 p.m. Sept. 19.


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Letters From Our Readers: July 2, 2012

July 2, 2012
Approach home performance certifications with caution.


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