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Many commercial buildings still rely on aging HVAC systems. A data-driven approach to audits, maintenance, and capital planning can unlock efficiency gains without a full overhaul.

When Nvidia’s CEO said the company’s latest AI system could be cooled with hot water and no chillers, investors reacted quickly. Shares of several HVAC manufacturers fell sharply, underscoring how closely tied the industry’s growth has become to data center cooling assumptions.

The new year kicks off with a high volume of increases across the board. 

Running a business doesn't solely need to be about growth. 

If defrost isn’t working, something in the chain is broken. This step-by-step approach shows you exactly where to look and what to test.

Despite signs of improvement heading into 2026, conditions remain fragile. Affordability pressures, tight lending standards, and elevated material costs are still shaping how — and where — projects move forward.  

AI is already influencing HVAC pricing, coaching, and operations. Jackie Sponsler explains how contractors can use it without triggering fear or confusion.

Food retailers face growing confusion as evolving EPA AIM Act mandates and differing state rules make refrigerant compliance increasingly complex. 

For HVACR contractors, the shift to electric is no longer a hypothetical or a phenomenon. It’s become a force shaping demand, training needs, pricing strategies, and long-term business planning.