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How the New Overtime Rule Affects HVAC Contractors

Contractors will have to meet the new salary thresholds, or pay employees overtime

June 8, 2024

The DOL released its final overtime rule which expands overtime protections increases the minimum salary thresholds required to exempt a salaried bona fide executive, administrative, or professional employee (EAP) from federal overtime pay requirements.

This Only Happens in the HVAC Industry

HVAC industry a great opportunity for younger generation

Kyle Gargaro

May 22, 2024

HVAC is an industry where new employees can work hard and eventually own their own business.

How to Take Advantage of Small Business Resources Through OSHA

OSHA's resources can guide small businesses in creating a culture of safety

Mike McCullion

March 9, 2024

Many companies in the sheet metal / HVAC industry are considered a “small business” by varying definitions. Here are the resources OSHA offers these businesses.

ACCA Strengthens Ties to Advocates for Family Businesses

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff

February 12, 2024

Research shows that family businesses account for 83.3 million jobs, or 59% of the country’s private workforce.

Southern Acquires Pro-Tech Air Conditioning & Plumbing in Orlando

June 23, 2023

Pro-Tech Air Conditioning & Plumbing is a home services contractor specializing in heating, air conditioning, IAQ, and plumbing services in the greater Orlando market.

Will New Supply Chain Issues Put Small HVAC Contractors Out of Business?

Kyle Gargaro

August 26, 2022

The word on the street is supply chain issues are going to get worse instead of better for the rest of 2022 — and even well into 2023.

HVAC Contractor Goes Viral With Political Ad

All Star Mechanical’s Larry Kirchoff “can’t pretend like everything is ok”

Maria Taylor

July 18, 2022

A Michigan contractor is unlike most small business owners in that he doesn’t shy away from controversy for fear of offending people with his views. Sometimes, he thinks politics and HVAC should mix.

Local HVAC Contractors Can Still Compete With the Big Guys

As the ‘Great Consolidation’ continues, lean into the local angle to connect with loyal customers

Patrick Lange

July 11, 2022

We’re in the midst of what some in the HVAC industry are calling “The Great Consolidation.” If you’re thinking about selling, it makes it a good time to pull the trigger — as long as you’re selling for the right reasons.