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Furnace Red Tag Second Opinions

September 11, 2024

There are plenty of reasons to shut down a potentially dangerous furnace, just make sure the facts back up that decision.

Tourists Are Demanding Cleaner Air, So What Can the HVAC Industry Do To Help Hotels?

The hospitality industry has range of options when it comes to improving indoor air quality (IAQ)

Dylan Kurt

September 10, 2024

More and more travelers are ranking air quality as an important factor when deciding where to stay — here’s how the HVAC industry can help tip the scales for hotels.

HVACR Industry Knowledge Offers a Valuable Perspective

Matt Jachman

September 9, 2024

The industry touches our lives directly, and an HVACR-literate public would be a boon to it.

How A Heat Pump Water Heater Works

Considerations to make as government invests in heat pump technology

Lianna Schwalenberg

September 9, 2024

While homeowners should do their own research and hire a trained professional, heat pump technology offers a reliable alternative to carbon-based fuels, and there are plenty of incentives available, to boot.

The Importance of Clean Oil in a Vacuum Pump

September 8, 2024

When choosing a vacuum pump, its pays to find a unit that makes oil changes convenient.

Family HVAC Businesses: Should I Keep or Sell?

Understand how to plan this crucial next step for your family’s business

Brad Williams

September 7, 2024

There are pros, and cons, to selling what many consider to be their family legacy, but there are some key questions to consider that could make the decision to sell a family business easier.

The IRA’s Incentives at 2-Year Mark

Fans cheer public’s reception of residential HVAC incentives, but critics have issues with program

Matt Jachman

September 6, 2024

Those in favor of the Inflation Reduction Act’s incentives for residential building decarbonization say the numbers show they’re working, but critics fear the program is flawed.

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Refrigerant Detection Systems Sniff Out A2L Leaks

Carrier, Daikin, and Trane discuss how these safety features will work on their equipment

Joanna R. Turpin

September 6, 2024

RDSs are generally required in A2L systems that contain more than 4 pounds of refrigerant and can either be field or factory-installed, depending on the manufacturer.

The NEWSMakers Podcast: Commercial HVAC Decarbonization

Kyle Gargaro

September 5, 2024

Chris Buttenham of Reins joins the NEWSmakers podcast to explain how HVAC contractors can use incentives with their employees.

Three Tips for Your Next System Evacuation

September 5, 2024

Ensuring a vacuum pump system is evacuated and free of air, nitrogen, moisture, and other contaminants is a crucial step to keep the system running optimally.  