HVAC distributor acquires Coastal Supply, RJ Murray
The deals mark the second Northeast-focused distributor acquisition announced within the past 30 days
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Congress urged to make contractor-friendly tax break permanent
A bill has been re-introduced to make permanent a small business-friendly tax break that's set to expire this year
HVAC groups monitor workforce development changes
Two workforce development initiatives that impact how the industry recruits and develops talent could face changes under the new Congress
HVAC imports from Mexico face 25% tariff
A 25 percent tariff on goods imported from Mexico, where major HVAC manufacturers have a presence, will take effect in early March
Our most-read stories of January
A new administration, an OEM acquisition, and a couple technology developments
Lennox, Trane CEOs weigh in on 2025
Lennox and Trane this week reported Q4 earnings, marking the companies' first public statements since January brought significant changes
3 charts for contractors to watch
With one month down in a pivotal year for the HVAC industry, here are a few charts worth keeping an eye on
U.S. standby generator demand pops in 2024
The U.S. saw 1.2 billion power outage hours during the first nine months of 2024, the most since 2010, says Generac's CEO
Home services spending slows, but outlook stays strong
U.S. homeowners, on average, spent 12 percent less on improvements, maintenance, and emergency repairs in 2024 than in 2023
ChatGPT’s parent company eyes home services
OpenAI, ChatGPT's parent company, on Thursday rolled out a feature that can find, message, and hire contractors on consumers' behalf