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Cruz Leads Senate Effort to Shut Down Furnace Rule

Kyle Gargaro
Kyle Gargaro
February 5, 2024

The rule will effectively ban the sale of non-condensing gas furnaces and, according to the American Gas Association (AGA), will affect 55% of U.S. households.



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Why Online Reviews Should Matter to HVAC Contractors: An HVAC Minute Video Update - February 5, 2024

Why Online Reviews Should Matter to HVAC Contractors

An HVAC Minute Video Update: February 5, 2024
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
February 5, 2024
A recent survey found that online reviews are extremely important to homeowners, yet only 61% of HVAC contractors actually advertise them on their websites.
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State of the HVAC Industry 2024: Education

Trades Education Must Evolve to Keep Pace with Industry Changes

According to the National Student Clearinghouse, enrollment in trades courses increased 19.3% from 2021 to 2022
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Herb Woerpel
February 3, 2024
As the industry continues to gray and the demand for HVAC services continues to rise, recruiting, training, and retaining young talent is crucial to the trade’s future.
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Employee Motivation in the HVAC Industry

Finding the right people for the right seats
Dwight Miller
February 2, 2024
Some in the HVAC industry have struggled with employee retention, but implementing the "Right People, Right Seats" concept may help get employees to excel in their respective roles and reduce turnover.
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States Seek IRA Rebate Funding

But consumers have seen no money yet for high-efficiency HVAC purchases
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
February 1, 2024
California, New Mexico, New York, and Hawaii are the first states to apply for federal rebate money for high-efficiency equipment. Twenty-three states have received funding to set up and manage rebate programs.
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The Journey to a Successful Rebrand

Contractors have to rebrand for the right reasons
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
January 31, 2024
If a company finds themselves in need of a rebrand, they’ll want to partner with a PR agency who can guide them through the rebranding journey, put a step-by-step process in place, and communicate better with current and future customers.
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State of the HVAC Industry 2024: Distributors

In Uncertain Times, Distributors Should Plan and be Ready to Pivot, HARDI CEO Advises

The Uncertainty Principle
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
January 29, 2024
Factors that shape the HVACR distribution market paint an uncertain picture of the year ahead. But Talbot Gee says those distributors who plan for different scenarios and are ready to “pivot on a dime” will fare best.
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Industry Responds to Updated Independent Contractor Rule

DOL says rule protects workers from wage theft, while industry group predicts ‘confusion,’ ‘frivolous litigation’
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
January 28, 2024
ABC argues the rule could end up hurting legitimate contractors in the building trades, who are already strapped for workers.
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The NEWSMakers Podcast: Navigating, Requesting, and Promoting Online Reviews

How should HVAC contractors navigate the world of online reviews?
Kyle Gargaro
Kyle Gargaro
January 27, 2024
How do contractors request, promote, and handle online reviews? Nexstar Network coach Alicia Johnston provides tips for how HVAC contractors should navigate this part of the business.
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Social Media Resolutions for 2024
Social Media Resolutions Part 1

5 Social Media Resolutions for 2024

It’s time for HVAC contractors to update their social media strategies
Hannah Belloli
Hannah Belloli-Oster
January 26, 2024
Now that it’s 2024, contractors have to better focus on social media by resolving to increase engagement, share content, and grow their followers.
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