The index registered a 61 for the month, down three points from July.

The ACCA’s Contractor Comfort Index declined for the second straight month in August.

The index registered a 61 for the month, down three points from July.

Even with the decline, Air Conditioning Contractors of America still see reason for optimism: the index is up 11 percent for the year.

The index represents the short-term outlook of surveyed member companies on issues such as hiring and business activity. A number over 50 represents positive feelings on the economy.

The next index will be released the last week of September.