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As geothermal continues to grow in popularity, it’s important for contractors to be properly trained in geothermal installations and functionality.

While a busy summer season can bring increased business and profits, it can also mean long hours and tough conditions for employees.

Zero-net-energy (ZNE) projects are becoming an increasingly popular way to save energy and showcase the green movement away from fossil fuels and carbon emissions.

The tax credit — commonly referred to as 25D — offers consumers up to 30 percent on the installation of wind power, solar electric and water, and fuel cell technologies.

Customers purchasing at least 100 feet of residential baseboard radiation and/or a minimum of five Beacon Morris Twin-Flo III kickspace heaters were entered to win a multitude of prizes.

The FS4BG, 20-SEER iQ Drive air conditioner is available in 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-ton capacities. 

As the economy continues to rise, the price to do business is following suit. Recent studies suggest HVAC system construction and maintenance services are on the rise. 

But, for those who are not properly utilizing the time they have with their employees, holding meetings can have a negative effect on morale and productivity.

It seems many HVAC contractors are feeling positive about the year ahead, at least according to ACCA, which reported its January 2015 Contractor Comfort Index (CCI) scored a 74 — much higher than a year earlier when the CCI stood at 69. 

The latest report from Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) showed that average sales for HARDI distributor members increased 9.4 percent in November 2014, but that annualized growth through November was 6.9 percent, which is where it was throughout 2014.