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The NEWSMakers Podcast: What’s “Speed to Close” in the HVAC World? Let’s Ask Ben Phillips

Dylan Kurt

October 23, 2025

Ben Phillips (Eden) on shrinking the gap from first click to booked install with instant, transparent quotes.

Meet the Women Trailblazing HVACR

An HVAC Minute Video Update: October 22, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

October 22, 2025

Here at The ACHR NEWS, we wanted to shine a light on the women who are already making an impact — and inspire more to join them.

Could Better Forecasting Stop Another HVAC Supply Chain Problem?

Kyle Gargaro

October 16, 2025

Two crises in five years exposed the same gap: distributors and suppliers aren’t forecasting together.

Guest Column

Leading With Empathy: A Blueprint for Stronger HVAC Teams and Customers

Strong leadership in HVAC isn’t just about technical know-how — it’s about understanding people, earning trust, and building lasting loyalty.

Dan Donati

October 15, 2025

Does your company lead by authority — or by authenticity?

FROSTlines

Common Troubleshooting Mistakes to Avoid

Identify the cause and correct course of action before starting the repair

Joe Marchese

October 14, 2025

Avoid shortcuts and common mistakes when troubleshooting refrigeration systems. Attention to detail not only improves your skills but also increases your value to your company.

Nexstar Network Walks Away from 50% of Its Revenue to Stay True to Its Mission

An HVAC Minute Video Update: October 13, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

October 13, 2025

After private-equity-backed companies grew from 10% to nearly a third of Nexstar’s membership, CEO Julian Scadden made a choice most leaders wouldn’t dare: cut ties with every single one.

HARDI on R-454B: “The Crisis Is Over”

R-454B cylinders are finally easier to find. Customers ready to buy new systems? Not so much.

Maria Taylor

October 13, 2025

The refrigerant shortage is over. Its aftershocks are still rippling through the industry.

Government Shutdown Begins: What’s Next for HVACR Contractors

ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)

October 10, 2025

Delayed payments, paused approvals, slowed processing — contractors’ quick guide to navigating the shutdown.

Job Security, AI, and the Trades: Why Gen Z Still Defaults to College, and How To Change That

New survey data from Jobber shows appetite for AI-resilient work, but there’s still a trades stigma

Dylan Kurt

October 9, 2025

It’s time for HVAC pros to fire up their TikTok accounts if they want to save the trades

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Troubleshooting Comfort Issues with NCI's David Richardson

Dylan Kurt

October 8, 2025

How do pros actually fix comfort issues? David Richardson, director of technical curriculum and instructor at the National Comfort Institute (NCI), answers