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How HVAC Contractors Can Tell If Their Marketing Is Actually Working

Partnership expectations, ROI, and when to walk away
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
January 29, 2026

Industry experts explain which metrics matter, how long ROI should take, and when contractors should reconsider a campaign 


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Study: Heat Pumps Three Times More Efficient than Boilers

French study shows heat pumps lead the way in efficiency, sustainability
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
January 27, 2026

As heat pumps gain popularity in the U.S., a new study out of France provides additional evidence that heat pumps are both an efficient and sustainable option. 


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Residential HVAC Sales Slowdown Signals Shift Away From Replacements

Industry data suggests the slowdown is structural, not seasonal
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
January 26, 2026

What looked like a temporary dip in residential HVAC sales is increasingly appearing to be a longer-term shift toward repairs, driven by rising costs and regulatory changes.  


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Troubleshooting Heat Pumps Stuck in One Mode

System won’t switch from heating to cooling? The reversing valve is probably to blame.
ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America)
January 23, 2026

A reversing valve can fail 3 ways: stuck in position, defective/displaced, or internal leak. 


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1904: America’s First Taste of A/C

A 30-ton ammonia chiller at the St. Louis World’s Fair gave the public its first experience with comfort cooling.
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
January 22, 2026

Their first experience with a/c left fairgoers “struck with wonder.”


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Understanding a Defrost Board on a Heat Pump

Prevent cold-weather callbacks and diagnose issues faster
Matthew Akins
January 21, 2026

This technical primer breaks down defrost control board operation, key components, and practical troubleshooting steps every HVACR technician should know. 


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Dual Fuel Done Right: It Starts Before the Thermostat 

Modern dual-fuel systems offer redundancy and energy flexibility, but success hinges on proper sizing, controls, and installation 
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
January 20, 2026

Heat pumps may be leading sales, but dual fuel systems are winning on trust, redundancy, and real-world reliability. 


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HVAC's Biggest Event Betting On Vegas

Smart products, greater efficiency get top billing at 2026 AHR Expo
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
January 19, 2026

The AHR Expo returns to Las Vegas and a newly expanded convention center in February. Smart systems, AI, electrification, and efficiency will be among the Expo’s key themes. 


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How Southern Home Services is Using AI Automation to Transform HVAC Operations

Company becomes first enterprise-sized business to adopt ServiceTitan’s Max program
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
January 15, 2026

By adopting ServiceTitan’s AI-powered Max Program across 27 businesses, Southern Home Services is betting automation will define the future of HVAC operations.


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Origins of HVAC Were In Humidity Control

The old adage “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity” actually gave us modern air conditioning
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
January 15, 2026

Heating, cooling, and humidifying air wasn’t new when Willis Carrier came on the scene. What was groundbreaking was the attempt at precise air control in a manufacturing environment. 


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