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Report: Only 65% of HVAC Technician Time is Billable Hours

Finding ways to optimize a technician’s time equates to big savings
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
June 16, 2026

A new report from Field Promax indicates that about three hours per day of a technician’s paid time aren’t being optimized. 


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Predicting the Next Service Call

AI-driven diagnostics and connected HVAC systems are reshaping maintenance strategies
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
June 15, 2026

Connected HVAC systems and AI-driven diagnostics are helping contractors shift from reactive repairs to predictive maintenance. 


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I Touched AI — It Didn’t Bite

The HVAC industry's AI anxiety may be missing the point
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
June 9, 2026

Brainbox, Trane execs say AI isn't replacing techs, it's replacing guesswork 


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June 4, 2026

LG’s thermal and power solutions support AI data centers with advanced air cooling, liquid cooling, immersion cooling, intelligent energy management and high-efficiency power infrastructure.


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Addressing the AI Training Gap in HVAC

Around 23% of apprentices more likely to use AI for tasks like estimating
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
June 3, 2026

A survey from BuildOps shows the AI training gap present in HVAC. In this Q&A, learn how to overcome this gap, which can simultaneously address the workforce shortage. 


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Going High Tech with HVACR Tools

Today’s easy-to-learn smart tools can tackle a variety of tasks
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
May 29, 2026

Battery power, wireless connectivity, and integration with smartphone apps are some of the common features of newer smart tools for HVACR professionals. 


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Guest Column

How is AI Generative Search Impacting HVAC Companies in 2026?

Is AI a Real Threat to HVAC Contractors?
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Will Merritt
May 23, 2026

The rise of AI search does not mean HVAC websites are going away, but it does mean contractors need content that is easier for search engines and consumers to understand.


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Five Tips For HVAC Contractors Thinking about Adding Chatbots

Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
April 15, 2026

One of AI's biggest benefits? Answering the simple questions from customers. But there are a few caveats contractors should consider before launching something like this. 


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Software Rules in HVAC Load Calculations

65% of contractors who do load calculations report using software tools
Matt Jachman
Matt Jachman
April 13, 2026

Load calculations, and using software to do them, are key traits of the contractor of the future, according to a new ACCA report.  


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Crawl, Walk, Run: How HVAC Contractors Are Successfully Adopting AI in 2026

Choosing the right digital tools without wasting money
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
April 6, 2026

With so many AI platforms on the market, knowing where to start and what delivers ROI can be overwhelming. Industry experts share how contractors are cutting through the noise and seeing measurable gains. 


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