HVAC Top Stories

Is TV Advertising Finally Worth It for HVAC Contractors?

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

With TV Advertising, here's how to measure what matters and determine whether a campaign is driving real business results.

Why Oversized HVAC Systems Undermine Electrification Goals

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

As electrification continues to evolve, attention to system sizing remains an important component of performance-focused HVAC design.

How Smart Contractors Turn Data Into Dollars

mattjachman@achrnews.com (Matt Jachman) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Every HVAC business is generating valuable data. Experts explain which numbers matter most, and how contractors can use them to boost efficiency, profitability, and growth.

'It Doesn't Seem Like Much Is the Same Except That It's Still HVAC'

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Stan Johnson remembers when engineers sought out his family's company because they had something few HVAC contractors did: a homemade vacuum pump.

A2Ls Gain Momentum in Supermarket Refrigeration

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400

As food retailers search for lower-GWP refrigeration options, A2Ls are gaining momentum as a practical alternative to traditional HFC systems.

Can Geothermal Technology Decarbonize Data Centers?

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Geothermal technology could become an important tool for reducing data center energy use, but HVAC contractors need more than enthusiasm to take advantage of this opportunity.

Can HVAC Train Enough Technicians for the Data Center Boom?

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400

As AI pushes the next generation toward the skilled trades, the HVAC industry might hit a bottleneck in meeting data center labor demands.

Rising Costs Force Contractors to Take a Harder Look at Pricing

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In a volatile HVAC market, contractors are learning that pricing cannot be left to gut instinct, old schedules, or last month’s costs.

Bipartisan Housing Bill and the HVAC Industry

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:35:00 -0400

Find out how the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act could impact the HVAC industry, from streamlining projects to smart tech adoption.

HVAC Groups Support DOE’s Rulemaking to Cut Energy Efficiency Mandates

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:30:00 -0400

DOE claims it will permanently end appliance and equipment mandates that raise prices with its latest proposed rulemaking.

Get it in Writing: How HVAC Contractors Can Avoid Lawsuits

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

As lawsuits against HVAC contractors increase due to faulty systems or poor installations, better documentation will help protect them against litigation.

Talk to My Agent: How AI Is Changing the HVAC Sales Conversation

sloned@achrnews.com (Dana Slone) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400

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

Survey: Homeowners are Ready To Skip Dining Out To Pay for Summer A/C Bills

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

A new survey of 1,000 homeowners by SupplyHouse shows more are avoiding calling an HVAC pro because they’re afraid of the costs

The Future of the Trades Starts With Today’s Decisions

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The trades offer an incredible career path. But we’re not the ones who need convincing: It’s future employees.

The Competitive Advantage Isn’t Just HVAC Technical Expertise

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Technical expertise matters, but trust is what builds loyal customers. Here’s why communication and empathy should be part of every technician's training.

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

sloned@achrnews.com (Dana Slone) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:00:12 -0400

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

The 1970s: From Energy Crisis to HVAC Boom

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The saturation of homes with some type of air conditioning, central or room unit, grew from 45% in 6 years.

7 Things to Know About Data-Driven Commercial Refrigeration Management

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Through constant monitoring and automatic leak detection, the commercial refrigeration industry has seen several significant changes in how it operates.

Trump Taps Keith Sonderling as Labor Secretary, Signaling Shift on Workforce Priorities

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:16:59 -0400

President Trump has nominated acting Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling to the full-time post, as the Labor Department faces budget cuts, workforce challenges, and heightened scrutiny in the Senate.

July Weather Outlook Signals High Heat Pressure Across U.S.

sloned@achrnews.com (Dana Slone) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

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

HVAC Price Increase List: July 2026

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Several HVACR manufacturers announced price increases taking effect in July, with adjustments ranging from item-specific changes to increases as high as 10%.

Would You Pay More For A House With A Heat Pump? Some Americans Would

mariataylor@achrnews.com (Maria Taylor) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

HVAC might finally be getting the attention it deserves from homebuyers. But the value of a high-efficiency system disappears if it’s not pointed out.

HVAC Enrollment Is Outperforming Broader Vocational Education

sloned@achrnews.com (Dana Slone) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

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

SCOTUS Declines to Hear Refrigerant Case Seeking to Curb EPA Power

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The high court’s denial leaves intact a lower-court ruling upholding EPA implementation of AIM Act

1950s: Texas’ Air-Conditioned Village Sets the Standard

chrisgray@achrnews.com (Chris Gray) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In the early 1950s, manufacturers and home builders came together to create the Air Conditioned Village in Austin, Texas.

Predictive Maintenance's Value Isn't the Software — It's the Outcome

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Predictive maintenance succeeds not through software alone, but by combining analytics with expert execution to deliver uptime, lower costs, and measurable customer savings.

Beyond Cash Flow: Financing Strategies for HVAC Owners

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The HVAC industry has its own distinct characteristics compared to other trades, and this is especially evident in the financing landscape.

The Thermostat Evolution: From Basic Control to Intelligent Comfort

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Once simple temperature controls, today’s thermostats are becoming intelligent home comfort hubs powered by data, connectivity, and automation.

Have Heat Pumps Had It? 1960s Series Questioned the Equipment’s Future

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

In the 1960s, engineers and contractors clashed over the role heat pumps played in the HVAC industry, lending credence to the saying that history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes.

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

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

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