The HVAC industry has known for some time about the threats of the growing labor shortage and the increasing pressure to find qualified labor as the current workforce retires and demand rises.
Workers’ compensation claims, and how to keep them under control, have always been a focus for most employers. They occur in virtually all industries and can be costly and time consuming.
The accurate interpretation of safety signs is crucial to prevent injuries and save lives. OSHA has set industry standards that clearly define what a safety sign is, how it should be used, and where it should be placed.
In the HVAC industry, the further up the employment chain you look - the less women that occupy key roles. This is something we see industry wide, with some reports stating that just 3 - 4 percent of CEOs worldwide are women.
Having high organic visibility on Google can be a potent source of leads for HVAC companies. However, because the industry is so competitive, it’s not enough to go through the motions of SEO — instead, you need to outstrategize and outperform the competition.
How often have we heard some company owner or representative declare “Our employees are our most valuable asset”? Certainly more than occasionally. Some companies have even adopted this claim as their byword. In this era of more-than- full employment and a growing shortage of qualified job applicants in virtually every industry, those words have now become a reality for most employers.
Good customer service is vital for any HVACR company looking to experience business success.
Time management is key, customer-friendly explanations are valued and following up after job completion goes a long way. But what about call handling?
As the overall economy continues to expand and improve, in virtually every industry employers are finding it increasingly difficult to hire employees. The number of baby boomers reaching retirement age, estimated to be almost 10,000 each day, makes the labor shortage even more acute. In addition to the loss of their services, baby boomers who leave take with them institutional knowledge, operational know-how and informed best practices that may be difficult or even impossible to replace. Such losses are likely to continue for at least several more years if not longer.
Being a contractor isn’t an easy job by any means, there’s no doubt about it. When it comes to renovation projects and whatnot, the process differs a lot from field to field. However, some things always stay the same. Regardless of whether your profession has to do with HVAC, electrical, or plumbing, you’ve most likely noticed that clients tend to have similar concerns.
When it comes to marketing and advertising for an HVAC business, there are a lot of things to take into consideration. Should you stick to traditional advertising methods like print and television or opt for digital strategies? If you decide on the latter and dive into digital marketing strategies, you’ll want to know which will provide the highest return on investment.
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