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The ACHR NEWS Podcast

The Emotional Roller Coaster That Is Selling An HVAC Company

Matt Michel joins the Newsmakers Podcast to discuss the highs, lows, and surprises that come with exiting a business.
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
June 16, 2026

Matt Michel breaks down why business owners should prepare for more than just the financial side of selling a company.


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Report: Only 65% of HVAC Technician Time is Billable Hours

Finding ways to optimize a technician’s time equates to big savings
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
June 16, 2026

A new report from Field Promax indicates that about three hours per day of a technician’s paid time aren’t being optimized. 


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Guest Column

Scaling Service in a Technician Shortage

HVAC’s real constraint isn't capital — it's capacity. That's exactly why private equity cares
Andrew Fuselier
June 14, 2026

Only about 20% of homeowners enroll in maintenance plans, but contractors who scale memberships with connected systems are turning retention into higher productivity and stronger valuations. 


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The Hidden Threat to Your HVAC Business: Is Your Subcontractor Supply Chain Safe?

3 steps to audit your subcontractor network
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Kyle Sincock
June 13, 2026

With strict new EPA rules around the low-GWP transition, a single subcontractor’s expired certification or missing insurance form can trigger heavy fines or halt a job entirely. 


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HVAC Workforce Crisis Expands Beyond Technicians to Instructor Shortages

Retiring industry professionals encouraged to step into instructor roles
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
June 9, 2026

A lack of qualified instructors is hindering the HVACR industry’s ability to fill the 40,000 job openings projected annually over the next decade.


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Missed Calls, Lost Jobs: Why HVAC Companies Are Adopting Voice AI Agents

How the advancing technology is solving common problems for HVAC contractors
Jeff-Chen
Jeff Chen
June 7, 2026

Here’s how to get started with Voice AI, helping your business capture work that could otherwise go to competitors 


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Beyond the Wrench Podcast

Beyond the Wrench: Building Enterprise Value in Home Services

Branden Dickey shares how Conejo Services grew by investing in structure, leadership, and a multi-trade service model.
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Chris Lollini
June 3, 2026

In this episode of Beyond the Wrench, Branden Dickey of Conejo Services shares how the company moved from instinct-driven operations to a more disciplined, structured business model.


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Contractors Have Four Years to Prepare for Next Recession

Rising costs and structural risks point to a downturn in 2030, but the time to act is now
Joanna Turpin
Joanna R. Turpin
June 2, 2026

An economist forecasts economic growth for the next four years but warns contractors will face sustained inflation-driven cost pressures before a projected downturn in 2030. 


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Retirement Plans Are Today’s Top HVAC Recruitment and Retention Tool

Matching retirement mandates with growth goals creates a workforce that stays
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
June 1, 2026

A strong benefits plan creates peace of mind and is an important aspect of employee well-being, allowing workers to focus on their careers and the business at hand. 


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The Exit Landscape: Why Timing is Everything

To avoid feeling overwhelmed, transitioning away from ownership begins years in advance
Jacques Zureikat
Jacques Zureikat
May 31, 2026

Selling a business is complex. It’s not just a transaction — it’s a life transition. 


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