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Home » economy and HVAC

Articles Tagged with ''economy and HVAC''

The ACHR NEWS Podcast

Brian Beaulieu Reviews the Economy’s Impact on the HVAC Industry

Beaulieu discusses inflation, business confidence, and more
July 9, 2021
Brian Beaulieu of ITR Economics shares his thoughts on inflation, business confidence, and long-term planning for HVAC contractors.
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Business Briefs - Richard Alaniz

Understanding the Current Worker Shortage in the Nation

Where have all the workers gone?
Richard D. Alaniz
July 3, 2021
The long-anticipated reopening of the economy has hit an unexpected roadblock: a serious lack of workers to fill the millions of available positions.
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ACCA Construction.

Panel Sees Better Times Ahead for Commercial HVAC Contractors

Executives advise keeping track of where project money is headed
Ted Craig
Ted Craig
June 22, 2021
What does the near-term future look like for commercial HVAC contractors? ACCA hosted an online event with three manufacturers to discuss that topic.
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Hotel Room HVAC.

HVAC Distributors Emerging Stronger Post-COVID

Distributors are positioned for success by discovering new skills and sharpening old ones
Robert Beverly
June 21, 2021
One year after COVID-19 started to warp the contours of business and life in general, how are the aftereffects looking for HVAC distributors?
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Markwayne Mullin.

Infrastructure Bill With Possible HVAC Implications Stalls in Washington DC

Some proposal details could have real HVAC impacts, but consensus required for a substantial bill remains elusive.
Robert Beverly
June 17, 2021
With every day that passes, pessimism grows a little more about the prospects of significant infrastructure legislation making it through Congress.
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PPP Mask.

State’s Tax Treatment of Forgiven PPP Loans Vary

Not all states line up with federal government’s policy
Ted Craig
Ted Craig
June 9, 2021
Business owners received very favorable tax treatment from the federal government for their PPP loans. How are states handling it?
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Technicians with Thermal Concepts in Florida work on a large commercial project.

HVAC Contractors Balance Raising Prices, Keeping Sales

Increases are unavoidable, but firms must control costs, offer value
Ted Craig
Ted Craig
June 9, 2021
It seems every aspect of running an HVAC business has become more expensive. At some point, HVAC contractors have to pass these costs along to customers.
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Rheem Employee.

HVAC Manufacturers Look Ahead to a Post-COVID World

Supply chain pressures will remain, but indoor air quality should continue to be a bright spot
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
June 8, 2021
As it looks like life in the U.S. may finally be returning to normal, it’s time to consider what the post-COVID world could hold in store for the HVAC industry.
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HARDI-april

HARDI Distributors Report 60.6% Revenue Increase in April

Days Sales Outstanding was 41 days
June 4, 2021
The Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), a measure of how quickly customers pay their bills, was 41 days at the end of April 2021.
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Opinions

HVAC Contractors Should Expect Some Effect With a Possible Minimum Wage Increase

An increase to $15 per hour may bring unanticipated challenges
Ted Craig
Ted Craig
June 3, 2021
It’s important to understand that this would be the largest increase in the shortest span of time since the federal minimum wage was introduced in 1938.
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