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Guest Column

When AI Recommends Your HVAC Business

Zero-click searches are changing how homeowners find HVAC contractors, forcing companies to rethink marketing attribution and customer acquisition
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Lee Barth
July 19, 2026

Discover how zero-click searches are reshaping the way homeowners find HVAC contractors—and why traditional marketing metrics may no longer tell the whole story. 


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Guest Column

Stop Fishing in the Same Pond: Cross-State Hiring for HVAC Contractors

More businesses are hiring across state lines to widen the talent pool
Norma Zibani
July 18, 2026

As the labor shortage persists, HVAC companies are finding new ways to recruit techs 


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Mike Rowe Awards $3 Million in Skilled Trades Scholarships as HVAC Labor Shortage Continues

Rowe’s foundation receives $10M from the Pentagon
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
July 16, 2026

Television host Mike Rowe of “Dirty Jobs” announced $3 million in skilled-trades scholarships as the Department of War donates $10 million to the effort. 


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Refrigerant Leaks at Startup: Identifying and Preventing Common Issues

Extra precautions, like dry nitrogen pressure checks, can prevent major issues
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July 16, 2026

Leaks may not cause sudden failure in a system, but they can lead to poor system performance and damage. HVACR experts share what you need to know. 


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Silicon Valley’s Bet on the Trades Could Be Good for HVACR

New initiatives could help boost both recruitment and retention of technicians
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
July 15, 2026

HVACR offers solid pay and growing interest, but attracting and retaining younger techs may require higher compensation that reflects the technical, regulatory, and problem-solving demands of the job. 


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Seven Business Trends Reshaping Home Service Contractors

Report highlights strategies for adapting to a changing HVAC marketplace
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
July 14, 2026

The report suggests the biggest competitive advantages in 2026 will come from operational discipline, recurring revenue strategies, and company culture. 


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Performance Drift: The Hidden Efficiency Problem Raising HVACR Costs

Small adjustments can create big energy and maintenance inefficiencies over time
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
July 13, 2026

HVAC experts say addressing performance drift can be tricky since it isn’t apparent. Learn the signs and how to stop small issues from becoming larger ones.  


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Is TV Advertising Finally Worth It for HVAC Contractors?

Streaming platforms and AI-powered production tools have lowered the barriers to entry, but measuring performance requires a different approach than digital marketing
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David Naffis
July 12, 2026

With TV Advertising, here's how to measure what matters and determine whether a campaign is driving real business results. 


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How Smart Contractors Turn Data Into Dollars

The best business decisions start with the right data, not more data
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
July 10, 2026

Every HVAC business is generating valuable data. Experts explain which numbers matter most, and how contractors can use them to boost efficiency, profitability, and growth. 


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'It Doesn't Seem Like Much Is the Same Except That It's Still HVAC'

Veteran contractor discusses the industry's shift from swamp coolers and mechanical controls to smart systems, licensing, and industry pride
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
July 9, 2026

Stan Johnson remembers when engineers sought out his family's company because they had something few HVAC contractors did: a homemade vacuum pump. 


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