HVAC ContractingService and MaintenanceHVAC Residential MarketHVAC Breaking News

Report: 50% of Homeowners Avoiding HVAC Maintenance

An HVAC Minute Video Update: June 9, 2026

Due to economic uncertainty, 50% of homeowners surveyed by DuraPlas said they plan on skipping HVAC maintenance this summer. The 2026 Summer Cooling Report shows 99% of respondents across all income brackets, regions, and generations are altering their cooling and spending habits. This presents both challenges and opportunities for HVAC contractors as customers look to save money while seeking out more efficient and durable HVAC systems.

Looking for quick answers on air conditioning, heating and refrigeration topics? Try Ask ACHR NEWS, our new smart AI search tool. Ask ACHR NEWS

Looking for a reprint of this article?
From high-res PDFs to custom plaques, order your copy today!

Chris Gray is an editor with The ACHR NEWS. He holds a bachelor’s in journalism from Wayne State University and has 20-plus years of experience in journalism and copywriting. He can be reached at 248-244-6498 or chrisgray@achrnews.com.