Articles by Ted Craig

A couple of recent developments show Tesla is a company dedicating a lot of resources to HVAC in different ways.

All levels of HVAC companies, from manufacturers to distributors to contractors, reported higher revenues in the first quarter.

A Marlo survey found how expectations of lead times have changed since the pandemic and other events have wreaked havoc on supply chains.

Evaporative cooling is growing in demand as cooling needs are expanding.

Shoulder season never happened for many HVAC contractors this past year but soon it will return, and they will need a plan for keeping staff busy.

Many of the same challenges faced by the HVAC industry remain, and every new disruption creates a cascade of slowdowns.

Many people leave the trade because they find themselves spending too much time working rather than spending time with their families or pursuing outside interests. So how can contractors help?

The physical demands of HVAC take a toll on technicians and often contribute to their decision to leave the trade. That’s why the major tool manufacturers work to make their offerings lighter and easier to use.

When Stephanie Postell looked for a job in the past, she went through the usual channels. Her latest job search, however, took place via social media. This way of connecting candidates with potential employers is becoming more common in all aspects of the HVAC business.