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The latest figures from the AHRI show shipments of a/c units and heat pumps fell in November 2025 compared to the same time last year, while furnaces saw modest year-over-year gains.

Modern heat pumps are engineered for extreme cold, yet misconceptions persist. Field data and proper system design are changing how contractors approach winter heating solutions.

Many commercial buildings still rely on aging HVAC systems. A data-driven approach to audits, maintenance, and capital planning can unlock efficiency gains without a full overhaul.

The new year kicks off with a high volume of increases across the board. 

Running a business doesn't solely need to be about growth. 

If defrost isn’t working, something in the chain is broken. This step-by-step approach shows you exactly where to look and what to test.

AI is already influencing HVAC pricing, coaching, and operations. Jackie Sponsler explains how contractors can use it without triggering fear or confusion.

For HVACR contractors, the shift to electric is no longer a hypothetical or a phenomenon. It’s become a force shaping demand, training needs, pricing strategies, and long-term business planning.