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How Contractors Can Help the UA Recruit 30,000 Technicians — and Build Their Own Pipeline

Inside the UA’s strategy to connect trade schools, manufacturers, and contractors

December 4, 2025

The United Association’s push for 30,000 new HVACR professionals isn’t just about training — it’s about partnership. Contractors who engage with local trade programs and advisory committees are finding early access to the next generation of skilled technicians.

2025-26 Winter Weather Outlook

An HVAC Minute Video Update: December 3, 2025

Hannah Belloli-Oster

December 3, 2025

Winter is closing in, and long-range forecasters are calling this season “mostly mild with pockets of wild.” Both the Old Farmer’s Almanac and AccuWeather see a weak-to-neutral La Niña shaping a split jet stream — meaning moisture pushed south and uneven cold across the country.

From A2L to Tariffs, HVACR Had a Year

Industry leaders look back at 2025 and offer suggestions for success in 2026

Matt Jachman

December 3, 2025

The R-454B crisis dominated HVACR news this year, but other issues impacted the industry as well. They all set the stage for the year ahead.

BREAKING NEWS

ACHR NEWS Announces Inaugural HVAC Contractor Forum in Frisco, Texas

New event, co-located with ACCA’s Smart Tech Summit, to deliver practical strategies, networking, and insights for HVAC residential contractors

December 2, 2025

ACHR NEWS is launching its own industry event next November.

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HVAC Purchasing Decision Drivers

Quality is top brand decision factor, but favorable pricing could prompt a swap

Matt Jachman

December 2, 2025

A survey looked at the reasons contractors choose brands and might consider changing brands, and a comparison of five identical surveys shows the reasons for changing shifted over time.

VAC Q and A Episode 18: Refrigerant Rules Ahead

HVAC Q&A Episode 18: Refrigerant Rules Ahead

Maria Taylor

December 1, 2025

With new EPA rules, where can contractors add the most value for commercial facility clients?

HVAC Q&A Episode 17: Dehumidification Wiring

HVAC Q&A Episode 17: Wiring Thermostats for Dehumidification

Maria Taylor

December 1, 2025

In this video, Bryan Orr, founder of HVAC School and president of Kalos Services Inc., walks us through the essential wiring and setup requirements to ensure a system properly controls indoor moisture.

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Proactive Refrigerant Leak Detection Helps Protect Profits

Leaks are expensive and can reduce the energy efficiency of refrigeration systems

Marion Lazzarotto Ming Yong

December 1, 2025

By proactively detecting and repairing leaks, operators can cut operating costs, extend equipment life, and stay ahead of both maintenance and compliance requirements.

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AIM Act Compliance for Grocery Refrigeration

What food retailers and contractors need to know starting January 1, 2026

Amrit Robbins

November 30, 2025

Successful AIM Act compliance requires more than equipment — it demands integrated leak detection, documentation, clear response protocols, and consistent staff training.

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DC’s New Refrigerant Recovery Pilot is a Win for Contractors

The program reduces GHGs, while providing HVACR contractors with a new revenue stream

Ben Burdick

November 29, 2025

A new refrigerant recovery and reclamation pilot program aims to jump-start a circular refrigerant economy that delivers value to both contractors and the community.