Honeywell, Chemours hike R-454B prices
The two companies have increased prices for their R-454B products, which impact both open and new orders
Economy
House reps seek to boost CTE funding amid HVAC labor crunch
A letter began circulating in the House to increase the level of Perkins funding this year, which supports HVAC programs nationwide
HVAC industry grows in Q1 despite A2L, tariff concerns
Despite pricing-related concerns about tariffs and the A2L transition, industry demand held steady in Q1, according to a William Blair report
February HVAC shipments snap 10-month growth streak
Shipments of central air conditioners and heat pumps fell slightly in February, breaking a 10-month growth streak, according to AHRI data
90-day tariff pause brings some relief to the HVAC industry
The President on Wednesday announced a 90-day pause for over 75 countries, lowering their tariff rates to a flat 10 percent
Regional cooling demand diverges in March, data shows
Some areas of the U.S. experienced a warmer March than others, according to the latest national weather data
Mortgage rates dip, but tariffs cloud outlook for HVAC demand
While the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate, which impacts replacement demand, has fallen slightly in 2025, tariffs cloud what's next
Trump admin lays off staff of low-income HVAC program
The administration last week fired the team managing a $4 billion program that helps low-income households pay for heating and cooling bills
HVAC’s dual reality: Growing interest, 40,000 job openings
A conversation about the HVAC industry's labor situation, including the nationwide surge in interest, annual projected job openings, and more
New tariffs set to impact the HVAC industry: What to know
President Trump on Wednesday announced a new set of tariffs on countries across the globe, several of which will impact the HVAC industry