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Technology Focus

February 22, 2021

Remote Monitoring and HVAC

What if you could save time and money when it comes to your HVAC systems? Remote monitoring is one of the best things you can do with your HVAC. Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t know what remote monitoring is and how it can benefit them. What Is Remote Monitoring? We need to start with the basics. […]

HVAC, Technology Focus
December 18, 2020

Top 3 Green Trends in HVAC

Much like how we must take care of our planet, home to all, we should follow technology trends and take care of our home’s heating and cooling systems with environmentally friendly HVAC systems. Green trends in HVAC technology has contractors and builders designing homes with highly energy-efficient new smart home products. Want to know how to […]

HVAC, Industry Trends, Technology Focus
December 4, 2020

Our Expert Guide to Smart Technology and HVAC

The average American household spends $167 a month on utility bills. A large portion of this is budgeted for heating and cooling. Needless to say, smarter homes means smarter HVAC systems to reduce energy costs while keeping our homes at that perfect temperature. Our world is getting smarter by the day. Smart technology in our homes is […]

HVAC, Industry Trends, Technology Focus
October 26, 2020

Green Trends to Watch Out for in HVAC

The HVAC services market was worth more than $7.1 billion in 2019. This number will double by 2025. The rise of new technologies, such as automation and smart controls, is shaping this industry. Consumers from all around the world are going green. Their preference for energy-efficient appliances has a direct impact on the HVAC services market. Heat recovery […]

HVAC, Industry Trends, Technology Focus
August 25, 2020

Smart Tech in HVAC: Big Opportunities for HVAC Pros

The HVAC industry has seen a large growth recently in the adoption of smart home technology. Integrating this technology into HVAC systems provides real-time monitoring to the homeowner.  Smart thermostats manage when and how a space is heated and cooled and can provide cost savings to homeowners by more efficiently managing energy usage.  With remote […]

HVAC, Industry Trends, Technology Focus
August 10, 2020

Using CRM to get Deep in the HVAC Market

For decades, trends in the HVAC industry have revolved around improving equipment—making it more efficient, more eco-friendly, and smarter. Even ducting, vents, and caps have undergone precision engineering to ensure peak performance.  Recently there has been a new trend in the HVAC industry, and it’s the consumers’ expectations that are impacting the market trends. Customer […]

HVAC, Industry Trends, Technology Focus
July 27, 2020

Protecting HVAC Systems with Ultraviolet Lights

How do you keep your customers’ homes healthy?  For starters, you can include wall caps and roof vents that protect a building’s rainscreen. But the building envelope isn’t the only source of contamination. Sometimes the HVAC equipment itself introduces unhealthy microbes into the air. One way to minimize this and ensure good indoor air quality […]

HVAC, Technology Focus
February 24, 2020

Air Conditioning Innovations to Put on Your Radar

Around the world, air conditioning in homes and offices has emerged as one of the biggest drivers of energy usage. In fact, according to a report from the IEA, that energy demand is set to triple by 2050, which would require “new electricity capacity the equivalent to the combined electricity capacity of the United States, […]

Industry Trends, Technology Focus
January 28, 2019

Why Cracked Heat Exchangers Need To Be Replaced

It’s never acceptable to allow carbon monoxide into a household, which is why a cracked heat exchanger has the potential to spell big trouble for any furnace. In fact, it’s an industry standard to immediately replace any furnace that shows cracks or holes in its heat exchanger. But how seriously is the problem really taken […]

HVAC, Installer Tips, Technology Focus
December 31, 2018

Are you ready for the end of R-22 refrigerants?

It’s a good time to revisit the looming end of continued HCFC-22 refrigerant production, or R-22 as it’s better known. If you’re an HVAC technician or contractor, you’re in a prime position to help educate your customers and prospective clients on the need to start preparing for the transition. Here’s a quick look at everything […]

HVAC, Installer Tips, Technology Focus
September 10, 2018

How ultraviolet lights protect HVAC systems

How do you keep your customers’ homes healthy?  For starters, you can include wall caps and roof vents that protect a building’s rainscreen. But the building envelope isn’t the only source of contamination. Sometimes the HVAC equipment itself introduces unhealthy microbes into the air. One way to minimize this and ensure good indoor air quality […]

HVAC, Technology Focus
July 3, 2018

What you need to know about voice-activated HVAC

As buildings become more energy efficient, the design of components like wall caps and roof vents have been modified to protect the rainscreen. The biggest change recently, however, has been in the area of home automation. Voice-enabled technology is the latest wave and understanding how to deliver it to your customers can make you their […]

HVAC, Technology Focus
May 28, 2018

Robots in facility management, HVAC, and construction

HVAC, facility management, and construction are catching up with other industries in adopting the latest technologies. Options like drones and robotics are on their way to becoming commonplace as more industries implement Internet of Things (IoT) technology due to the labor shortages trades are facing all over North America. While the robot technology coming to […]

Technology Focus
May 14, 2018

Why indoor air quality apps are good for your HVAC business

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a big concern for many homeowners. In high-density urban areas with poor outdoor air quality, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends staying indoors and breathing conditioned air. So it’s now more important than ever that residential HVAC systems meet the highest standards in IAQ protection. As their HVAC technician, you […]

HVAC, Technology Focus, Ventilation