Rising energy costs and inflation are reshaping HVAC decisions. Learn how homeowners evaluate monthly costs, efficiency, and financing—and how contractors can align sales conversations accordingly.
Lennox weighs in on price-fixing allegations as Q1 results reveal a 10% residential drop, with pricing and commercial growth resulting in overall growth.
Two new federal complaints filed April 20 and April 22 claim major HVAC manufacturers coordinated pricing and restricted output since 2020, driving equipment costs well above inflation.
HVAC equipment prices aren’t just rising — they may be here to stay. Contractors are feeling it in every quote, but the bigger story is what’s driving those costs — and why they’re unlikely to come down.
New HVAC manufacturers are focusing on reducing installation time and costs through simpler systems, offering more affordable alternatives to traditional, labor-intensive equipment.
HVAC prices have surged — and aren’t likely to fall. Behind the increase are sweeping regulations, new technology, and shifting market forces that are reshaping how homeowners decide whether to repair or replace their equipment.
A surge in aluminum prices tied to the Middle East conflict is adding new pressure to HVAC equipment and project costs. Combined with rising fuel prices, tariffs, and slowing construction activity, contractors could face tighter margins and increased project uncertainty.
A class-action case filed in Michigan alleges that seven of the largest OEMs — Trane, Carrier, Daikin, Bosch, Lennox, Rheem, and AAON — coordinated price increases dating back to 2020.