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Dylan Kurt

Dylan Kurt is an editor with The ACHR News. He is an award-winning political journalist with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Iowa. Growing up, Dylan spent a lot of time fetching tools and assisting his dad, who held professional licenses in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and refrigeration, at his small plumbing and heating business.

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Getting an HVAC Customer Comfortable

Tips and tricks for troubleshooting common complaints by utilizing ACCA manuals

Dylan Kurt

April 16, 2024

To identify a problem that is making an HVAC customer uncomfortable, it’s just as important to take a look at the building as it is the HVAC system.

Heat Pump RTUs Taking Center Stage in Expanding Market

New standards are driving innovation, surpassing old technology

Dylan Kurt

April 3, 2024

As heat pump technology advances and begins its march into colder climates, industry experts are expecting rooftop units to continue to gain popularity in both new construction and retrofits.

Offering Geothermal a Smart Move for HVAC Contractors

Tax incentives, rebates, sustainability all strong selling points

Dylan Kurt

March 29, 2024

With the geothermal market enjoying an enormous surge in popularity due to financial incentives and its reputation for sustainability, now is the time for contractors to strike while the iron is hot and add geothermal to their offerings.

ACCA Panel: Brace For Change

HVAC industry to face more challenges ahead, but some see silver lining

Dylan Kurt

March 23, 2024

Industry experts are telling contractors to stay informed and get involved with the new regulations that are likely to impact everyone this coming year

Selling Whole-Home Humidification

Benefits and easy installation keeping humidification systems in high demand

Dylan Kurt

March 15, 2024

Between health benefits, energy savings, and overall improved air quality, whole-home humidification systems are an easy sell for contractors.

What HVAC Techs Need to Prepare For in the New Airflow Era

It’s time to go with the flow

Dylan Kurt

March 11, 2024

New technologies and equipment have simplified the process of measuring airflow, which will help contractors during design, construction, troubleshooting, and maintenance calls.

What HVAC Needs to Know about the Decarbonization Movement

New products and consumer education will be at the core of this transition, according to industry leaders

Dylan Kurt

February 16, 2024

The decarbonization movement is seen by some as the greatest disruption to the HVAC industry in the last century and, as these pivotal changes continue to be implemented and technology continues to advance, everyone should be prepared to adapt.