HVAC Residential Market - Articles - Page 239

Contractors across the country agree it’s difficult to provide customers with a specific life expectancy for their HVAC equipment.

HVAC System Life Cycles: How Long Should It Last?

Contractors creatively address high expectations from homeowners

July 11, 2016

Advancements in technology have extended the life cycle of virtually every product in the industry while at the same time are creating a need to replace equipment more frequently in order to take advantage of the most efficient offerings in the marketplace.

Bobby Gillespie (left), inside sales, JB & Associates, discusses extended warranty options with Roland LeTeff (right) of Ray’s Emergency Air, Dallas. PHOTO COURTESY OF JB & ASSOCIATES.

Warranties Convey a Sense of Security

HVACR contractors benefit from offering extended warranties to customers

Nicole Krawcke

July 11, 2016

While there are pros and cons to offering extended warranties, most contractors agree offering this added assurance differentiates themselves from their competition and makes them that much more valuable to customers.

Young Supply Co. holds a training session for its customers in partnership with Rheem Mfg. Co. on its mobile demo trailer.

Distributors Often the First Stop for Contractors Seeking Training

Companies offer general HVAC skills, troubleshooting, business management training

Nicole Krawcke

July 11, 2016

And, when it’s time to hit the books, HVAC distributors can be a great resource, as many offer specific product training from their vendors as well as general HVAC skills, troubleshooting, and even some business management courses for their contractor dealers.

Keith Mercurio, director of training for Nexstar Network, leads an on-site boot camp training session.

HVACR Contractors Embrace Online Learning

Industry experts recommend combining online, on-site training

Nicole Krawcke

July 11, 2016

Once largely dismissed by the education community, there is no doubt that online learning is becoming more mainstream across the U.S. To meet the growing demand for online training, many organizations have been expanding their online training libraries.

Before drawing off the boiler’s old water, pour a pint or so of oil on the surface of the water in the expansion tank, which is always to be found at the highest point in the system.

Summer, Hot Water, and Steam

The effects of fresh water and near-boiling water on iron pipe

Dan Holohan

July 11, 2016

I was thinking about how we’ve grown so used to central heating and, with the exception of an occasional cleaning, pretty much ignore our boilers and heating systems when the weather gets hot and sticky. I wondered if it had always been this way...

US to See Strong Residential HVAC Growth, Steady Commercial HVAC Growth

Residential momentum continues, commercial is stable

July 11, 2016

The U.S. residential HVAC market is forecast to see significant growth due to lower unemployment and gas prices, coupled with higher consumer confidence and pent-up demand. The commercial HVAC market is expected to see more steady growth.

New York GEO Tax Credit Passes for Second Time

Credit provides 25 percent up to $5,000 for GHP installations

July 11, 2016

Geothermal heat energy is part of Assembly Bill 10342 — the New York State Climate & Community Protection Act, which would cut greenhouse gases by 100 percent by 2050 with an interim goal of 50 percent by 2030. The legislation promotes renewable energy, including GHPs.

The Wrench Group Appoints Ken Haines as Chief Executive Officer

Company offers home maintenance and repair services, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical

July 7, 2016

The Wrench Group announced that Ken Haines has been selected to lead the company and will assume the role of chief executive officer. Haines was formerly the president and CEO of Atlanta’s Coolray Companies, one of Wrench’s four regional brands. The company will be headquartered in Marietta, Georgia.

Nortek Enters Into Agreement to be Acquired by Melrose Industries

Purchase price represents a premium of approximately 38 percent to Nortek’s closing price on July 5

July 7, 2016

Nortek Inc., a global diversified company whose offerings include heating and cooling products, ventilation products, and more, announced that it has signed an agreement and plan of merger with Melrose Industries PLC, a UK listed public company, to be acquired by Melrose for $86 per share in cash.

New ASHRAE Handbook - HVAC Systems and Equipment Published

Nearly 90 percent of the chapters have undergone revision

July 7, 2016

ASHRAE has announced revisions to the majority of chapters, including major updates related to thermal storage and district heating and cooling, in its newly published 2016 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment.