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Home » Keywords: » Customer Service and HVACR

Items Tagged with 'Customer Service and HVACR'

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HVAC Contractor Agrees to $300K Settlement Over Alleged Deceptive Sales Practices

Settlement renews industry focus on ethics, transparency, and consumer trust
Dana Slone
Dana Slone
July 3, 2026

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


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Customer Service Is Not Dead: How an R.E. Michel Sales Representative Saved the Day

A search for hard-to-find PEX tubing revealed the power of going the extra mile
David Richardson
David Richardson
June 26, 2026

With drywall crews scheduled and a tight deadline looming, a missing 200 feet of PEX tubing could have derailed a major project. 


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Missed Calls, Lost Jobs: Why HVAC Companies Are Adopting Voice AI Agents

How the advancing technology is solving common problems for HVAC contractors
Jeff-Chen
Jeff Chen
June 7, 2026

Here’s how to get started with Voice AI, helping your business capture work that could otherwise go to competitors 


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Five Tips For HVAC Contractors Thinking about Adding Chatbots

Dylan Kurt
Dylan Kurt
April 15, 2026

One of AI's biggest benefits? Answering the simple questions from customers. But there are a few caveats contractors should consider before launching something like this. 


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Snook & Aderton HVAC Supply Relocates in Lubbock

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
April 7, 2026

With its new location, expanded product lineup, and growing national reach, Snook & Aderton HVAC Supply continues to invest in supporting contractors with the inventory, access, and service they need to stay competitive. 


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Crawl, Walk, Run: How HVAC Contractors Are Successfully Adopting AI in 2026

Choosing the right digital tools without wasting money
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
April 6, 2026

With so many AI platforms on the market, knowing where to start and what delivers ROI can be overwhelming. Industry experts share how contractors are cutting through the noise and seeing measurable gains. 


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Synergy Solution Group Hosts 2026 Dispatch Forum in Chicago

The ACHR NEWS Editorial Staff
March 30, 2026

Day one featured a session led by Lisa Withers on managing people, pressure, and relationships in real time. Attendees explored communication styles using the DiSC framework and participated in exercises focused on self-awareness and adapting communication across teams.


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AI and HVAC: Techs are Safe, but Office Roles Face High Risk

A new analysis shows how 342 occupations are vulnerable to AI disruption
Chris Gray
Chris Gray
March 20, 2026

HVAC installation and repair work remain largely safe from AI, but the technology could reshape office roles inside HVAC businesses. 


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Guest Column

The Trust-First HVAC Sales Strategy

Jeff Jones
Jeff Jones
March 15, 2026

If 92% of the public doesn’t trust salespeople, how do you still win the sale?


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ChatGPT Said It Was the Capacitor

Combating the ChatGPT-Informed Homeowner
Maria Taylor
Maria Taylor
March 9, 2026

If there’s one thing people trust more than AI search results, it’s their neighbors. 


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The 2026 State of Home Services Marketing

On Demand In this webinar, we will break down the findings from The State of Home Services Marketing Report based on our national surveys of homeowners and home services business leaders.

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1/27/26 to 1/27/27
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From Burnout to Balance: How AI Reduces Team Workload

On Demand You’ll learn where AI fits into your existing workflows, how it can help your team save time and reduce burnout, and what to look for when evaluating AI solutions for your business.

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5/12/26 to 5/12/27
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Peak Season Prep: Capture Every Dollar Coming Your Way

On Demand In this session, we’ll break down how to prepare your business to capture every opportunity during peak demand. You’ll learn how to improve response times, convert more inbound inquiries, and use tools like AI to handle calls and texts, book jobs faster, and maximize revenue—without overloading your team.

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6/9/26 to 6/9/27
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Before You Go All In on AI: Set Up Your Business to Actually Win

On Demand In this webinar, we'll walk you through exactly what to get in place before you add AI to your business. You'll leave with a clear picture of where you stand today and a practical action plan to set yourself up for real results.

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7/28/26 to 7/28/27
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How Top Home Services Companies Turn Every Conversation Into Predictable Revenue

In this webinar, we'll outline how top contractors are turning every conversation into predictable revenue by coaching every comfort advisor visit, not just the ones a manager rides along on.

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