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Four New Year’s Resolutions for the HVAC Contractor

January 6, 2022

For the HVAC industry, 2021 was a lot like 2020 — and that is not a bad thing. The COVID pandemic was still on everyone’s mind, but it did not slow down the HVAC industry.

New Year Marks Start of HFC Phasedown In U.S.

R-410A could be phased out in new equipment as soon as 2025

Joanna R. Turpin

January 2, 2022

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Welcome to the first stage of the HFC phasedown as mandated by the AIM Act. As of January 1, 2022, the production of HFC refrigerants has been reduced by 10%.

Four Things 2021 Taught HVAC Contractors

Kyle Gargaro

December 1, 2021

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As we wind down 2021, we take stock in what a great year the HVAC industry experienced.

Small Stores May Struggle With Refrigerant Transition

HFC phasedown could end up hurting independent grocers – and their customers

Joanna R. Turpin

November 30, 2021

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The HFC phasedown is designed to create an economic supply imbalance with demand.

Giving Thanks in the HVAC Industry

Kyle Gargaro

November 9, 2021

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This year, the HVAC industry has much to be thankful for.

Become The Best HVAC Contractor to Work For

The award can be used for marketing and recruiting new employees

Kyle Gargaro

October 2, 2021

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It is that time of year again, when we are accepting nominations for The ACHR NEWS’ Best Contractor to Work For contest.

HVAC Contractors Need to Lean Into Indoor Air Quality

Contractors should be a source of IAQ info that customers can trust

Kyle Gargaro

September 16, 2021

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If you are an HVAC contractor who has not done so already, it is time to lean into the growing indoor air quality trend.

Future for HVAC Contractors Looks Like Auto Dealers Today

Today, HVAC contractors are weathering price increases and increased overhead costs

Ted Craig

September 5, 2021

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Based on 19 years of covering automotive retailing, I would say the future of residential HVAC looks a lot like the current state of automotive retailing.