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Contractor Pro Unitary Trends Series

Where Contractors Really Get Their Product Info

New data reveals that despite the surge in digital tools, traditional sources like distributors and trade shows remain the go-to
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
December 16, 2025
Distributors are quietly using AI to forecast inventory — and it’s already changing the supply chain.
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The NEWSMakers Podcast: From Third-Generation Tech to $20M Brand - Trey McWilliams on Building Blue Cardinal

McWilliams shares how he navigated growth, risk, and private equity while keeping his team front and center
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
December 15, 2025
Hear how a disciplined acquisition model, middle management health, and a culture of change drive long-term success.
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Safer RTU Service: Field-Tested Ways to Use Sensors and Smart Practices to Cut Ladder Climbs

With fall hazards still leading construction fatalities, remote monitoring is giving technicians new ways to stay safe
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
December 15, 2025

Rooftop service will never be risk-free, but new tools are helping to make unnecessary climbs a thing of the past. 


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More Than a Job: Making HVAC a Career Destination

From career pathways to company pride, contractors are finding creative ways to keep their best techs engaged
Mykola-Petrenko
Mykola Petrenko
December 14, 2025

The secret to retaining HVAC technicians isn’t just pay — it’s purpose 


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Guest Column

The Right Thing to Do: Why Loyalty Starts with Long-Term Thinking

Are you planning for the next quarter — or the next generation?
Julian Scadden
Julian Scadden
December 13, 2025

What does “doing the right thing” mean for an HVAC business? 


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Replacing the Power Element of a TXV

This solution may work if the valve is in a tight location
Joe Marchese
December 10, 2025

Instead of replacing the entire TXV, it may be possible to just replace the power element, which can save time on the job. 


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eBook | 2025 HVAC Year in Review

December 10, 2025
Drawing on the experience of HVAC industry experts and top service providers, the information in this eBook will prepare you for the era of electrification, heat pumps, and the advancement of AI, as well as help you navigate HVAC contracting in the post-R-410A era.
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HVAC Price Increase List: December 2025

Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
December 9, 2025

December will be another month of increasing cost pressures. Most changes fall in the 2-8% range, though some brands issued “various” adjustments across product groups. Activity was steady throughout December, with no price reductions reported. 


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ChatGPT Is Forcing HVAC Contractors to Post Prices Online

Kyle Gargaro
Kyle Gargaro
December 8, 2025

It is important for HVAC contractors to post prices on their website so homeowners can find them when doing an AI search. 


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Heat Pumps and Rising Electricity Costs: What Are the Tradeoffs?

Despite volatility, market adoption is soaring, and future favorable for heat pumps
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
December 8, 2025

Homeowners are staring at bigger electricity bills and asking hard questions about heat pumps. Here’s how to explain why higher electric rates don’t automatically mean higher total heating costs.


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