Home | Contracting Business contractingbusiness.com/ News, insights and how-to content for HVACR professionals who support commercial, residential and industrial facilities. EN Play the HVAC Service Bracket Challenge Round 2 https://www.contractingbusiness.com/residential-hvac/article/21283793/play-the-hvac-service-bracket-challenge https://www.contractingbusiness.com/residential-hvac/article/21283793/play-the-hvac-service-bracket-challenge Which HVAC service procedure is, in your opinion, "most important"? Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:55:41 GMT Residential HVAC Julie Whitty Lee Rosenberg to Enter HVAC Hall of Fame https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21283095/lee-rosenberg-enters-hvac-hall-of-fame https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21283095/lee-rosenberg-enters-hvac-hall-of-fame For 50 years, Lee Rosenberg has served the HVAC industry as a model business owner, association supporter and mentor to fellow contractors. Mon, 04 Mar 2024 21:12:58 GMT Contracting Business Success Daniel Pawlowski Betsy, Lee and Michael Rosenberg. Midea Launches HVAC Showroom and Distribution Center in New York City https://www.contractingbusiness.com/manufacturer-news/article/21283611/midea-launches-first-hvac-showroom-and-distribution-center-in-new-york-city https://www.contractingbusiness.com/manufacturer-news/article/21283611/midea-launches-first-hvac-showroom-and-distribution-center-in-new-york-city Showroom and distribution center features the brand's new heat pump products. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 14:25:03 GMT Manufacturer News Diane Bondareff/AP Images for Midea Midea held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the opening of its first U.S. showroom and distribution center in Queens, NY, on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. The innovative space will make heat pumps more accessible for consumers and professionals alike, demonstrating Midea’s commitment to equitably integrating advanced heat pump technology into homes across North America. Pictured left to right: David Rames, Midea; Shannon Liu, Midea; Dr. Wenqing Zhang, Ai-Midea; Phil Huang, Midea; U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng; Kenny Liu, Ai-Midea; Denis Liu, Midea; Victor Xu, Ai-Midea; Chris Corcoran, Assistant Director, New York State Energy and Resource Development Authority; Eric Hervol, Midea. Giant Steps for Women in HVACR https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21282742/giant-steps-for-women-in-hvacr https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21282742/giant-steps-for-women-in-hvacr Lori Tschohl, 2024 President of Women in HVACR, outlines the organizations plans for 2024 and beyond. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:46:02 GMT Columns Terry McIVer Lori Tschohl delivered her acceptance speech during the Women in HVACR annual conference in Jacksonville, Florida. 2024 AHR Expo: Decarbonization in Practice https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281370/2024-ahr-expo-decarbonization-in-practice https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281370/2024-ahr-expo-decarbonization-in-practice 'Every building should be an asset, not a liability.' Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:12:17 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly Faloon 2024 AHR Expo: AI, Controls and the Future of Technology in HVAC https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281315/2024-ahr-expo-ai-controls-and-the-future-of-technology-in-hvac https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281315/2024-ahr-expo-ai-controls-and-the-future-of-technology-in-hvac Predictive maintenance seems to be a key driver for using AI in buildings, allowing systems to work more efficiently. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:26:02 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly FAloon 2024 AHR Expo: Addressing the Workforce Development, Recruitment and Retention Gap https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281311/2024-ahr-expo-addressing-the-workforce-development-recruitment-and-retention-gap https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281311/2024-ahr-expo-addressing-the-workforce-development-recruitment-and-retention-gap The biggest problem is that many people don't understand what careers the HVACR industry offers Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:16:07 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly Faloon Jose De La Portilla, senior manager of education and training, Rheem Mfg 2024 AHR Expo: The Essential Role of Reputation in Home Services Businesses https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281191/2024-ahr-expo-the-essential-role-of-reputation-in-home-services-businesses https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281191/2024-ahr-expo-the-essential-role-of-reputation-in-home-services-businesses When looking at two similar HVAC companies, 'the better reputation always wins.' Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:41:03 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly Faloon 2024 AHR Expo: The Disruption of AI in the Trades https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281190/2024-ahr-expo-the-disruption-of-ai-in-the-trades https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281190/2024-ahr-expo-the-disruption-of-ai-in-the-trades AI can help with the office processes no one likes to do, such as answering after-hours calls, outbound dialing and helping with overflow. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 07:31:43 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly Faloon AHR Expo 2024: Use IAQ Products to Lead in Your Market https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281188/ahr-expo-2024-use-iaq-products-to-lead-in-your-market https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21281188/ahr-expo-2024-use-iaq-products-to-lead-in-your-market Consumers want IAQ products, so be proactive and master the selling of IAQ accessories. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:57:47 GMT Industry Events / AHR Contracting Business/Kelly Faloon Scott Tinder, trainer and instructional designer at Business Development Resources, spoke to 2024 AHR Expo attendees in Chicago how HVAC contractors can add revenue by offering IAQ equipment and accessories. Visit the Contracting Business, CONTRACTOR, and HPAC Engineering Booth at AHR EXPO 2024 for a Chance to Win an E-Bike https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21280307/visit-the-contracting-business-contractor-and-hpac-engineering-booth-at-ahr-expo-2024-for-a-chance-to-win-an-e-bike https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21280307/visit-the-contracting-business-contractor-and-hpac-engineering-booth-at-ahr-expo-2024-for-a-chance-to-win-an-e-bike Stop by booth S6716 to meet the editors of Contracting Business, CONTRACTOR, and HPAC Engineering and enter the drawing to win a free e-bike. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 19:50:44 GMT Industry Events / AHR AHR Expo Tip: Mitsubishi Electric Automation to Show VFD, Digital Solutions for Maintenance https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21280246/ahr-expo-tip-mitsubishi-electric-automation-to-show-vfd-digital-solutions-for-maintenance https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/ahr/article/21280246/ahr-expo-tip-mitsubishi-electric-automation-to-show-vfd-digital-solutions-for-maintenance During this year's AHR Expo, Mitsubishi Electric Automation will be demonstrating solutions that optimize energy efficiency and improve overall operations. Fri, 05 Jan 2024 16:37:51 GMT Industry Events / AHR Mitsubishi Electric Ron Smith: The Passing of an Industry Icon https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21280101/ron-smith-the-passing-of-an-industry-icon https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21280101/ron-smith-the-passing-of-an-industry-icon Everyone who works in the entire residential service and replacement side of the HVAC business has been impacted by Ron Smith. Fri, 05 Jan 2024 15:33:36 GMT Columns Tim Ryan Ron Smith received the Service Roundtable "Servant Leader" award during Comfortech 2005. ABC: Construction Job Openings in November Rise to Highest Level Since 2022 https://www.contractingbusiness.com/commercial-hvac/article/21280073/abc-construction-job-openings-in-november-rise-to-highest-level-since-2022 https://www.contractingbusiness.com/commercial-hvac/article/21280073/abc-construction-job-openings-in-november-rise-to-highest-level-since-2022 The number of open, unfilled construction positions increased to the highest level since the end of 2022. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 16:58:03 GMT Commercial HVAC Terry McIver Sherwin-Williams building, Cleveland. Sera Systems Announces New, Seamless Financing Integration https://www.contractingbusiness.com/product-news/product/21278877/sera-systems-offers-software-integration-with-service-finance-company https://www.contractingbusiness.com/product-news/product/21278877/sera-systems-offers-software-integration-with-service-finance-company Contractors can offer competitive rates and flexible financing plans through Sera’s field service management software. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 18:52:33 GMT Product News Sera Systems Photo shows how the Service Finance information is displayed in the Sera app screen. Solving Comfort Problems Builds Reputation for Lowder Bros. https://www.contractingbusiness.com/residential-hvac/media-gallery/21277994/solving-comfort-problems-builds-reputation-for-lowder-bros https://www.contractingbusiness.com/residential-hvac/media-gallery/21277994/solving-comfort-problems-builds-reputation-for-lowder-bros Recognizing the need for a comprehensive solution that would combat Fort Smith’s humid climate, the Lowder Brothers experienced success installing advanced inverter driven, variable speed units by Rheem. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 21:23:08 GMT Residential HVAC Rheem/Lowder Bros. Contractor University’s "Cracking the Code" Show: Planning for Scaling and Expansion https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21277213/contractor-universitys-cracking-the-code-weekly-show-planning-for-scaling-and-expansion https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21277213/contractor-universitys-cracking-the-code-weekly-show-planning-for-scaling-and-expansion Gary Elekes begins part one of his two part episode to give you the information you need to scale your business properly or to be prepared the next time you need to grow. Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:03:53 GMT Contracting Business Success Nuthawut Somsuk/iStock/Getty A2L Refrigerant in Focus at ACCA "Next Level" https://www.contractingbusiness.com/refrigeration/article/21276181/a2l-refrigerant-in-focus-at-acca-next-level https://www.contractingbusiness.com/refrigeration/article/21276181/a2l-refrigerant-in-focus-at-acca-next-level Experts described the points to consider regarding the HFC phasedown, the importance of refrigerant reclamation and an understanding of "mildly flammable" A2L refrigerant. Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:33:20 GMT Refrigeration Terry McIver Service World Expo: Refreshment in the Desert https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/media-gallery/21276683/service-world-expo-refreshment-in-the-desert https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/media-gallery/21276683/service-world-expo-refreshment-in-the-desert This "must-attend" event in Phoenix, AZ gave those who did a fantastic week of learning and networking. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 17:33:32 GMT Industry Events Five Combustion Test Instruments Every Heating & Air Conditioning Technician Should Own https://www.contractingbusiness.com/service/article/21276488/combustion-test-instruments-heating-air-conditioning-technicians https://www.contractingbusiness.com/service/article/21276488/combustion-test-instruments-heating-air-conditioning-technicians If you haven’t verified combustion safety, now is a great time to begin. Let’s look at five essential combustion test instruments you need to start. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:51:16 GMT Service David Richardson/NCI National Comfort Institute Instructor Mark Hunt teaches students how to interpret combustion analyzer readings in a recent training class. Daikin Releases "Charge Integrity" for Refrigerant Leak Detection https://www.contractingbusiness.com/product-news/article/21275761/daikin-releases-charge-identity-as-potential-solution-to-refrigerant-leaks https://www.contractingbusiness.com/product-news/article/21275761/daikin-releases-charge-identity-as-potential-solution-to-refrigerant-leaks Product monitors refrigerant charge levels and alerts the contractor of low charge. Wed, 18 Oct 2023 20:05:25 GMT Product News Daikin Comfort Technologies Charge Integrity uses smart sensing to identify a non-catastrophic loss of refrigerant charge on many Daikin systems connected to the Daikin cloud. HVAC Repair vs. Replace: Mindset and Prep https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21275440/repair-vs-replace-mindset-and-prep https://www.contractingbusiness.com/contracting-business-success/article/21275440/repair-vs-replace-mindset-and-prep Eliminate unfair beliefs and biases about customer conversations and past experiences. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:41:32 GMT Contracting Business Success dreamstime 11 Essential Truths of Contracting https://www.contractingbusiness.com/home/article/21275271/11-essential-truths-of-contracting https://www.contractingbusiness.com/home/article/21275271/11-essential-truths-of-contracting Tremendous value lies in everything you the owner can control. Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:28:14 GMT Photo 51994438 © Everett Collection Inc. | Dreamstime.com Service World Expo Topics to Address New Opportunities in HVAC, Plumbing, Electric https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/article/21274175/service-world-expo-topics-to-address-new-opportunities-in-hvac https://www.contractingbusiness.com/industry-events/article/21274175/service-world-expo-topics-to-address-new-opportunities-in-hvac Service World Expo Runs October 3-6, 2023, at the Phoenix Convention Center. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:50:06 GMT Industry Events SWE Customer Loyalty Programs that Work, Part 2 https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21272321/customer-loyalty-programs-that-work-part-2 https://www.contractingbusiness.com/columns/article/21272321/customer-loyalty-programs-that-work-part-2 Community involvement and special little perks can go a long way toward keeping customers. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:13:05 GMT Columns Photo 118816722 © Sports Images | Dreamstime.com