West

Hawaiian Association Opens Scholarship Applications

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400

The Contractors Association of Kauai (CAK is offering multiple scholarships to Kauai residents seeking a career in a construction-related field of study.

Rural Funding Provides New Opportunities

Fri, 28 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500

Building projects offering business opportunities for HVAC contractors, both residential and commercial, will be available because of these loans in multiple states.

Study Anticipates $185.4 Billion Market

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500

This market is anticipated to grow with 5.9 percent compound annual growth rate during the forecast time period. Surge in the use of energy-efficient devices is expected to drive the growth of the global HVAC system market.

Energy Costs Ranked in West

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 09:00:00 -0500

The information compiled for this ranking from WalletHub was compiled from the U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Energy Information Administration, the Federal Highway administration, the American Automobile Association, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and The Regents of the University of Michigan.

Bakersfield College Starts HVAC Program

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 09:00:00 -0400

This program is a part of BC’s Rural Initiatives, which targets surrounding communities to equip more residents with workforce skills through college education.

Contractor Celebrates 125th Year

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 09:00:00 -0400

The family business ties its roots back to the early mining days in Virginia City and has been passed down through five generations of leaders. During the anniversary event, Savage and Son gifted a check donation to the Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City.

Just Right Wins Award

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 09:00:00 -0400

The heating and cooling company specializes in commercial and industrial HVAC projects in Oregon and southwest Washington.

Rapid Growth Puts Contractor on Inc. 5000 List

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 09:00:00 -0400

Ken Goodrich, CEO of Goettl Air Conditioning, acquired the company in 2013 and has since rapidly expanded its operations to include Tucson, Arizona; Phoenix; Las Vegas; and Southern California. This rapid expansion has been a primary factor in why the company has grown its employee count from less than 100 to more than 417 and increased revenues by five-fold.

SupplyHouse.com Improves West Coast Service

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 07:30:00 -0400

With its new location, SupplyHouse.com will expand its Fast Track zip codes to the West Coast while still covering locations near its New Jersey and Ohio distribution centers.

Alaska Energy Audit Program Extended

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 12:00:00 -0400

According to the AEA, nonresidential buildings consume more than half the building energy use in Alaska, and the majority of these buildings are privately owned. The Commercial Building Energy Audit program is designed to pay up to 75 percent of the cost of an ASHRAE level 1+ energy audit performed on privately owned commercial buildings.

Oregon HVAC Contractor Certified as B Corporation

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 09:00:00 -0400

Reitmeier is the first commercial HVAC company in the world to achieve the distinction of becoming a certified B Corporation.

Contractors Attend ‘Build Your Operating Manuals’ Workshop with NEWS Columnist Al Levi

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 10:59:00 -0500

Leaders from five service contracting companies from the plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical industry joined contributing NEWS columnist Al Levi at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge in Phoenix on November 15-16, 2017 for The 7-Power Contractor® Build Your Operating Manuals Program Workshop.

Air-Tro Wins 2016 Readers Choice Award for San Gabriel Valley

Mon, 12 Sep 2016 07:08:00 -0400

Air-Tro Inc., a heating and air conditioning contractor in Monrovia, California, announced that the company has won the 2016 Readers Choice Award for San Gabriel Valley. This is the third year in a row that the company has won the award.

A&B Properties, Carbon Lighthouse Launch Energy Efficiency Pilot Program

Mon, 15 Aug 2016 07:10:00 -0400

A&B Properties Inc. (ABP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Alexander & Baldwin Inc., has partnered with Carbon Lighthouse, an energy services company, to implement a two-month pilot to identify energy efficiency initiatives for its commercial assets in Hawaii.

Harris Companies Acquires Quality Mechanical Contractors

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 07:10:00 -0400

Harris Companies, a leading national mechanical contractor, announced it has purchased Quality Mechanical Contractors based in Las Vegas. Founded in 1971, Quality Mechanical specializes in industrial, commercial, and residential HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal fabrication.

Air-Tro Voted Best HVAC Company in San Gabriel Valley for 5th Straight Year

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 07:13:00 -0400

Bob Helbing, president of Air-Tro Inc., announced that his air conditioning and heating company won the San Gabriel Valley Readers Choice Award for the fifth year in a row. Air-Tro was voted the best heating and cooling company in the region.

Ken Goodrich Presents Second Veterans Tools Award to HVAC Student

Mon, 23 May 2016 07:15:00 -0400

Nick Hughes didn't know what career he wanted to pursue when he left the U.S. Navy three years ago. Now, he will soon graduate from the two-year applied science in air conditioning technology program at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN) as the recipient of the Post 9/11 Veterans Tools Award.

Mauzy Heating, Air & Solar Names New General Manager

Mon, 16 May 2016 07:14:00 -0400

Mauzy Heating, Air & Solar, a provider of heating and cooling as well as solar energy services in Southern California, has announced the appointment of Jim Richardson as the company’s new general manager.

Cambridge Engineering Adds New Sales Representative for Western Territory

Mon, 02 May 2016 07:16:00 -0400

Cambridge Engineering, a leading manufacturer of high temperature heating and ventilation (HTHV) direct-fired gas products for commercial spaces, announced that Steve Shaffer has returned to the company to lead its sales and marketing efforts in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

Hassler Honored with 2015 Contractor of the Year Award

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 07:17:00 -0400

Hassler Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. of El Cerrito, California, was named the 2015 Home Upgrade Program Contractor of the Year by PG&E and Energy Upgrade California.

Cooper Oates Air Conditioning Names Biagioni General Manager of Service Division

Mon, 04 Apr 2016 07:15:00 -0400

Cooper Oates Air Conditioning (COAC), a mechanical contractor serving northern California, has announced the appointment of James Biagioni as general manager, Service Division. Biagioni will be responsible for all operational aspects of the Service Division.

SolarCity Launches Smart Energy Home in Hawaii

Mon, 21 Mar 2016 07:15:00 -0400

SolarCity is introducing a Smart Energy Home offering to new residential customers in Hawaii. It includes advanced technology: solar photovoltaic (PV), battery storage, smart electric water heaters, and the Nest Learning Thermostat, all coordinated by a home gateway.

Source Refrigeration & HVAC Acquired by Audax Private Equity

Mon, 22 Feb 2016 07:15:00 -0500

Audax Private Equity announced that it has partnered with management to acquire Source Refrigeration & HVAC Inc. from Arsenal Capital Partners. Source, headquartered in Anaheim, California, is a leading independent provider of commercial refrigeration and HVAC services in North America.

Bill Howe Family of Companies Earns Super Service Award in Six Categories

Mon, 18 Jan 2016 07:15:00 -0500

The Bill Howe Family of Companies announced it has earned the 2015 Angie’s List Super Service Award in six categories. The service company provides heating, air conditioning, restoration and flood remediation, and plumbing services in the San Diego area.

City of Las Vegas Plans to Rely Exclusively on Renewable Energy

Mon, 14 Dec 2015 07:15:00 -0500

The city of Las Vegas and NV Energy have announced a new partnership that, upon approval of a filing to the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada and ratification by the Las Vegas City Council, will dedicate to city operations a portion of energy produced by a local solar facility currently in development.

More Funding Available in Colorado for Low-Income Home Furnace Repair

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 07:15:00 -0500

An additional $500,000 in funding is available this winter for low-income Coloradans who can't afford to repair their non-working home heating system, according to Energy Outreach Colorado (EOC).

Air Reps LLC Combines with Oregon Air Reps

Mon, 19 Oct 2015 07:15:00 -0400

Air Reps LLC, of Bellevue, Washington, is expanding its territory to Oregon by combining operations with Oregon Air Reps, resulting in one unified presence under the Air Reps name. The move makes Air Reps LLC the primary Daikin Applied and Daikin North America HVAC equipment sales representative in the region.

Goodrich Announces Acquisition of Two HVAC Contractors

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 07:15:00 -0400

Kenneth D. Goodrich, managing partner of US Peach LLC, an HVAC and plumbing service provider, recently announced the acquisition of The Honest Plumber, Heating & Air, a Las Vegas-based air conditioning, heating, and plumbing company, and Walton’s Air Conditioning, based in Corona, California.

Cal Poly University Honored for Its Energy and Water Saving Efforts

Mon, 17 Aug 2015 07:15:00 -0400

California Polytechnic State University has been honored with state awards for efforts to conserve energy and water. The university received two sustainability best practice plaques at the 2015 California Higher Education Sustainability Conference in San Francisco.

JBS Heating and Air Conditioning Receives Bryant Medal of Excellence Award

Mon, 10 Aug 2015 07:14:00 -0400

California HVAC contractor JBS Heating and Air Conditioning has been named a recipient of the Bryant Medal of Excellence Award for the second consecutive year. The honor is awarded by Bryant Heating and Cooling Systems to local heating and air conditioning contractors that meet their high standards for customer satisfaction.