Add “increased risk of theft” to the growing list of concerns HVAC contractors face as they grapple with a shortage of supplies and equipment. Both the equipment they install and maintain and the vehicles in which they transport that equipment prove prime targets for thieves. They are growing increasingly bold, but there are tools available for HVAC contractors to protect their property.
Higher commodity prices are the main reason for increased theft of the type that should concern HVAC contractors. Prices for materials such as copper and palladium reached all-time highs in the past year. These metals are often found within HVAC units.