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A new project will explore the potential for geothermal power in the U.S., which could change the landscape for the HVAC industry. 

The shift to lower-GWP refrigerants in commercial refrigeration is accelerating, with food retailers adopting diverse options including R-290, A2L systems, and CO₂ solutions for various store formats.  

As fraudulent HVAC websites grow more convincing, contractors face lost revenue and increased competition — while consumers may unknowingly invite unlicensed technicians into their homes. 

Emergency calls may spike in summer, but the causes often trace back to spring. Proactive inspections and early planning can make the difference between disruption and control.

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. 

Home Depot’s plans to acquire Mingledorff’s, a major HVAC distributor, could mean a shakeup in traditional HVAC distribution.

R-290 isn’t hard to handle — but it does require a different mindset. The key to working safely? Understanding what’s different and adjusting accordingly.  

Most callbacks can be avoided when contractors treat heat pump design, installation, and commissioning as a full-system process.  

With 22% of surveyed residential contractors anticipating profit declines in 2026, a survey from ServiceTitan reveals the solutions they’re using to improve margins.  

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