Dylan Kurt

Heat Pumps and Water-Cooling Set to Dominate HVAC’s Sustainable Cooling Market

 New technologies introduced at the 2025 AHR Expo

March 10, 2025

As the demand to reduce heat in an efficient and environmentally sustainable way increases, manufacturers are looking toward water-cooling technologies and high-efficiency heat pumps

Trump Announces Partial Mexico/Canada Tariff Relief

No payments required on goods that fall under USMCA

Dylan Kurt

March 6, 2025

While there may be some temporary relief, another looming tariff deadline is on the horizon

Smart Controls, Smarter Savings: How AI and Machine Learning are Changing the HVAC Landscape

With integrated new tech, the future of HVAC is smart automation

Dylan Kurt

February 26, 2025

 AHR was ground zero for the general automation and efficiency-boosting market, as these devices continue to advance and optimize all sorts of equipment.

Contractor Pro Homeowner Series

Study: High-Efficiency HVAC Still in High Demand

Homeowners want lower energy bills, and contractors predict trend will grow

Dylan Kurt

February 18, 2025

Contractors can capitalize on homeowners who want to slash utility bills by leveraging knowledge about high-efficiency HVAC equipment.

Smart Products a Smart Add for HVAC Contractors

When it comes to expanding services offered, smart products an easy addition

Dylan Kurt

February 17, 2025

 Consumers want increased security and better control over their energy usage — smart products offer an avenue to both aspects, and many more

State of the Industry 2025: Contractors

Contractors Optimistic About Challenges Coming in 2025

Refrigerant transition, labor shortage, and shifting consumer behavior among issues to navigate

Dylan Kurt

February 6, 2025

2025 is set to usher in a wave of refrigerant regulatory changes and contractors are bracing for what’s promising to be a transformative year.

Trump Pauses IRA Funding Via Executive Order

Inflation Reduction Act Included Incentives for High-Efficiency and Electric HVAC Equipment

Dylan Kurt

January 24, 2025

During what's shaping up to be a monumental week for the industry, several HVAC-related executive orders from President Trump's desk could shake things up for contractors.