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Articles by Dylan Kurt

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The NEWSMakers Podcast: Aaron Services Launches AI Assistant to Help Troubleshoot Plumbing Problems

Built from the company’s own knowledge base, the AI tool answers homeowner questions and helps determine when it’s time to call a pro
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 11, 2026
New AI chatbot and Alexa tool from Aaron Services gives customers quick answers — and helps contractors capture more service calls.
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From HVAC Contractor to DHS Nominee: Markwayne Mullin Tapped for Homeland Security Position

Mullin, a long-time ally of ACCA and the HVAC industry, ready to serve department’s mission
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 10, 2026

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, a former plumbing and HVAC contractor, has been nominated by President Trump to serve as Secretary of Homeland Security.


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Study: Trust in Smart HVAC Devices Declines Despite Steady Adoption

Homeowners increasingly worried about hacking, privacy, and utility company control over devices
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 9, 2026

Nearly 70% of homeowners say they would replace their thermostat for a more secure option, signaling a sharp shift in consumer confidence.  


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Closing the Skills Gap, One HVAC Technician at a Time

Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 6, 2026

As the HVAC labor shortage intensifies, contractors and manufacturers are investing in training programs to prepare technicians for the field. 


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HVAC Price Increase List: March 2026

Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 2, 2026

Several OEMs implemented multiple rounds of increases across equipment and parts, while copper-related components and select IAQ products saw higher movement.  


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The NEWSMakers Podcast: Stop Blaming the Market - The Real Fix for HVAC Labor and Margin Pressure

CEO Warrior’s Jackie Sponsler explains why retention, incentives, and budgeting, not just hiring, determine contractor success
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
March 1, 2026
HVAC contractors struggling with labor and material pricing might just need a pricing overhaul, not more applicants.
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6 Ways to More Effectively Provide In-Field Training for New HVAC Technicians

Mentors, fundamentals, and reinforcement are all key to a successful program
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
February 23, 2026

Training HVAC technicians in the field does not have to come at the expense of productivity or day-to-day operations.  


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The NEWSMakers Podcast: When Winter Hits Hard

How Parts, Predictability, and Planning Keep HVAC Contractors Moving
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
February 22, 2026
Parts Town’s Scott Pierson breaks down what actually slows contractors down during major winter storms — and how smarter parts strategy can reduce downtime, stress, and lost revenue.
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The NEWSMakers Podcast: Panama Bartholomy on Policy, Grid Readiness, and Contractor Opportunity

BDC’s executive director shares how fast the market is shifting — and why contractor confidence will decide the next decade
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
February 14, 2026
The U.S. is now the world’s top heat pump market. This episode explains how we got here and what comes next
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The NEWSMakers Podcast: HVAC Software’s Next Phase - Fewer Apps, Tighter Workflows

Bluon CEO Peter Capuciati explains why embedding tools inside platforms like ServiceTitan improves adoption, efficiency, and first-time fix rates
Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
February 13, 2026
On this episode of the NEWSMakers Podcast, Bluon CEO Peter Capuciati breaks down why embedding functionality directly into platforms like ServiceTitan may be the key to real technician buy-in.
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