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Nexstar Members Gain Valuable Training

Contractor Interaction, Accountability Highlight New Program

June 24, 2013

Attendees left the Nexstar® Network’s Owner’s Spotlight meeting raving about the training, leadership skills, and management information they picked up at the extravaganza.

Rookie Owner Faces Challenges Head-On

HVAC Contractor Fulfills Dream of Being Self-Employed

Matt Bishop

June 24, 2013

With more than 30 years in the HVAC industry, he felt his skills weren’t being properly utilized. The time had come for a new challenge.

Contractors Challenged by Legalization of Marijuana

HVAC Hiring Practices Under Fire as Colorado, Washington Legalize Marijuana

Matt Bishop

June 17, 2013

Colorado and Washington residents voted to legalize the drug last November and HVAC contractors in both states are examining hiring policies, as well as informing their employees of the dangers and risks of employment under the influence.

June 12, 2013: Data-Basics Selects XCharge for Credit Card Processing

Partnership Will Enable Service Businesses to Process Payments in the Field

June 12, 2013

Data-Basics Inc., a leading enterprise software developer for the service, construction, and facilities management industries, and Accelerated Payment Technologies™ (APT) have announced a partnership to provide field service businesses with integrated point-of-sale credit card processing.

Palmer Helps Benchmark Improve Cash Flow

Field Service Management Solution Operates Via Internet or Smartphones

Matt Bishop

June 10, 2013

With years of experience working with small businesses and technology, Brent Clark Palmer has always looked for the best solution for whatever company he’s worked for. Joining up with Benchmark Air Conditioning Inc., Bakersfield, Calif., Palmer has helped the business grow in his time there.

June 6, 2013: Kingsway Announces Acquisition of HVAC Warranty Business

Trinity Warranty is a Third-Party Administrator of HVAC Warranty Products

June 6, 2013

Kingsway Financial Services Inc. and its subsidiary, 1347 Capital LLC, announced that the company has finalized the purchase of certain tangible and intangible assets of Trinity Warranty Corp., Lombard, Ill., a third-party administrator of HVAC warranty products to consumers and businesses.

HVAC Contractor Silverstate Launches Plumbing Business

Company Serves Residential and Commercial Customers

June 3, 2013

HVAC service company Silverstate Heating and Air Conditioning has announced the launch of its new plumbing business, Silverstate Plumbing.

The Price is Right?

Butch Welsch

May 13, 2013

Can you remember back not too many years ago when things were really going well and we got into the habit of raising prices every six months or so?

May 8, 2013: NYSERDA HVAC Business Partners Program Continues

May 8, 2013

For the third consecutive year, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is continuing its HVAC Business Partners program. This program aids commercial and industrial building owners by helping increase the energy efficiency of their rooftop air conditioners while also improving comfort and IAQ.

Bet on the Next Big HVAC Product

Kyle Gargaro

May 6, 2013

Based on our economic situation and the tough business world it might be a long shot for a company to last 10 years or 10 months. Sure, you might be at the top of your game and market this year, but where will you be in five, 10, or 40 years?