Technology

Wrench Group bets on remote monitoring, partners with SmartAC.com

Wrench Group bets on remote monitoring, partners with SmartAC.com

Wrench Group's contractors will be able to leverage a 24/7 stream of monitoring data to address customer issues before they become emergencies

The Amazon effect hits the HVAC industry

The Amazon effect hits the HVAC industry

New startups have popped up to help contractors meet consumers' preference to shop online

ServiceTitan inks partnership with Authority Brands

ServiceTitan inks partnership with Authority Brands

The company will become the go-to software provider for all One Hour, Benjamin Franklin, and Mister Sparky franchises

Quilt plots its future in the HVAC industry

Quilt plots its future in the HVAC industry

The company employs its own technicians today but will soon partner with contractors across the country

The ripple effect: How distributor consolidation could impact contractors

The ripple effect: How distributor consolidation could impact contractors

Like with all consolidation, there are pros and cons. But in this case, two factors stand out

An inside look at Genz-Ryan’s tech stack

An inside look at Genz-Ryan’s tech stack

Seven core pieces of software keep the company running, says CEO Jon Ryan

Our most-read stories of the summer

Our most-read stories of the summer

A roundup of our five most-read stories from June to August

Google makes review links, booking changes

Google makes review links, booking changes

LSA review links are expiring, and bookings are merging with Business Profiles

Reddit is considering Google-like search ads

Reddit is considering Google-like search ads

The move would add available real estate for contractors to reach customers

California contractor launches smart thermostat startup

California contractor launches smart thermostat startup

Nuve aims to help contractors win by keeping their brand front and center