Hannah Belloli-Oster

Struggling to keep your HVACR technicians from jumping ship? Join the club. With skilled labor harder to find than ever, contractors are turning to creative incentive programs that go beyond just paychecks — boosting morale, sparking friendly competition, and building loyalty for the long haul.  

New legislation could let families use tax-free education savings to fund apprenticeships, licenses, and HVACR certifications.

With studies revealing that up to 90% of systems are installed with critical faults, the HVAC industry is facing a legal reckoning. 

ServiceTitan’s 2025 Residential Trades Report reveals the key strategies that set thriving contractors apart, including setting clear business goals, offering flexible pricing options, and focusing on follow-up methods to stay ahead in today’s competitive market. 

Take a look at the latest HVAC tools designed with efficiency and precision in mind. From innovative leak sealants and coil cleaners to wireless automation systems and faster vacuum pumps, these tools are helping contractors improve jobsite performance and streamline workflows in 2025. 

President Trump’s new executive order promises to tackle America’s skilled labor shortage by boosting apprenticeships and modernizing workforce programs. But will it be enough? Not without the help of HVACR organizations, and not unless contractors act now to seize this opportunity to shape the future of the trades.

I often dream of a world where the only technology is a rotary phone. But in reality, today’s software can have a massive positive impact — and it starts with a smartphone.