Articles by Dana Slone

AI is reshaping the customer journey as homeowners research HVAC systems, well before ever making the first contractor call. 

The case is a reminder for contractors across the industry: emergency calls may present sales opportunities, but misrepresentation and pressure carry real legal risk. 

Above-normal temperatures across much of the United States could push cooling equipment harder. 

HVAC trade enrollment growth coincides with increased industry efforts to promote skilled trades careers and highlight the job security and earning potential available. 

HARDI: Deviating from original compliance deadlines is “legally flawed, economically reckless.”

The transaction brings two established brands under the Lennox umbrella and continues the manufacturer’s effort to expand its equipment, parts, and supply offerings.

Wastewater heat recovery and thermal energy networks are starting to push HVAC work outside the building and into district-scale systems 

Connected HVAC systems and AI-driven diagnostics are helping contractors shift from reactive repairs to predictive maintenance. 

Newly deployed technology rethinks how commercial air conditioning systems handle humidity — and uses novel materials to develop advanced heat pump systems that dehumidify, cool or heat air. 

With the help of a heat pump installation savings program, becoming a qualified contractor opens up a marketing pipeline.