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APR Supply Co., now in its 103rd year, hosts one of the biggest annual plumbing and mechanical and HVACR wholesale buying shows in the U.S.

Smart tools are becoming standard in HVAC, helping contractors deliver better installs, fewer callbacks, and stronger customer relationships. 

Watsco’s Q2 sales dipped 4%, but reported record margins thanks to A2L price hikes. Volume was lower, though, due to mild weather, weak construction, and A2L rollout woes. 

“This acquisition strengthens our ability to deliver complete lifecycle solutions for residential and commercial customers and reinforces our position as a one-stop partner for the HVAC industry."

As cases of Legionnaires’ disease rise, HVACR contractors and building managers play a critical role in preventing outbreaks — through proper maintenance, water management, and adherence to established standards. 

Commercial buildings are looking to hit emissions targets, and are in desperate need of HVAC contractors to show them the way.  

GE Appliances plans to expand its U.S.-made air-conditioning and water-heating portfolio, increase output across all product lines, and further modernize its 11 U.S. manufacturing plants with new automation and capital equipment.

Smart thermostats aren’t new, but contractors are finally putting their full potential to work — diagnosing problems remotely, halting unnecessary truck rolls, and turning the technology into opportunities for recurring revenue.  

New state-by-state wage data is showing steady growth in technician pay, but money alone isn’t guaranteeing retention.