5 Benefits of Becoming a Multi-Trade Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing Contractor

Every heating and cooling contractor wants the same thing: to provide quality service to their community and, in turn, grow a successful business.

Installing and maintaining reliable, innovative heating and cooling equipment is one way to do just that. For some contractors, adding plumbing to your offerings is another way to provide another essential service to customers and achieve your business goals.

Not sure if your business is ready to offer a new service?

What are A2L Refrigerants? A Homeowner’s Guide

The switch to A2L refrigerants directly impacts homeowners’ HVAC systems, but many may be scratching their heads as to how—and wondering what refrigerants are in the first place, let alone the A2L kind.

So, listen up, homeowners: Here’s everything to know about what refrigerants are and what the new regulations mean for your home.

What are refrigerants?

Refrigerants are a key part of the cooling process in an HVAC system.

How to Improve Indoor Air Quality at Home

Did you know that indoor levels of air pollutants can be two to five times higher than outdoor levels? In extreme cases, that number can jump to 100 times higher, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. When you factor in that 90% of our time is spent indoors, paying attention to the quality of the air in our homes is essential to maintaining the health of our families.

So,

7 Standout Features of the Rheem Universal Heat Pump

Perhaps there is no heat pump quieter, more innovative and more flexible than Rheem’s Universal Heat Pump. The newest member of Rheem’s Endeavor® Line and Sound & Space Constraint Solutions portfolio, the Classic Plus® RD17AZ Side-Discharge Universal Heat Pump is compatible with nearly any existing HVAC system or as a universal replacement.

So, what makes the Universal Heat Pump different than others on the market?

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8 Ways to Decarbonize Your Home

Your home is many things: a place of comfort, togetherness, rest. But it can also use a lot of energy, which can impact both the environment and your wallet.

Reducing your home’s energy is the first step to improving your home’s carbon footprint. Not sure where to start? Here are eight ways to decarbonize your home and lower energy use.

1. Start with an energy audit.

Before making any changes to decarbonize your home,

How A2L Refrigerants Contribute to HVAC Decarbonization

As federal, state, and local policymakers work to find ways to make the heating and cooling industry more sustainable, new regulations are being put in place to lower emissions, increase efficiency, and take verified steps toward decarbonization. One of those regulations is the switch to A2L refrigerants, which goes into effect January 1, 2025.

Here’s what you need to know about A2L refrigerants and how they contribute to decarbonization in the HVAC industry.

The Essential New Home HVAC Checklist

Congratulations! You just bought a house. It’s picture-perfect for you and your family, and moving day is set.The last piece to ensure a comfortable transition is making sure your new home’s HVAC is performing at its best.

The good news is, you don’t have to be a heating and cooling expert to get your new home’s HVAC system up and running. Use this new home HVAC checklist to keep your home at peak comfort year-round.

6 HVAC Strategies to Grow Your Business

Growing a successful business is no easy feat. And in HVAC, the competition is fierce.

That’s why marketing your business is so important. You must implement a strategy to reach more customers and grow in your community.

But in 2024, which marketing tools will pave the path to success, particularly for HVAC contractors?

Here are the essential HVAC marketing strategies you need to know to grow your business.

5 Benefits of a Ductless Heat Pump System

If you’re considering installing a ductless HVAC system in your home, you’ve come to the right place.

Ductless heat pump systems, sometimes called mini-splits, are a great solution for zoned air conditioning in spaces without ductwork, such as sunrooms, attics, garages, or other home add-ons. And like traditional heat pumps, ductless systems provide both heating and cooling to ensure peak comfort for every season. 

Here are five key reasons why a ductless heat pump system may be the best choice for your home.

What to Know About A2L Refrigerants, From Regulatory Expert Allison Skidd

The HVAC industry’s switch to A2L refrigerants on January 1, 2025, will be here before we know it.

Here Allison Skidd, Director of Global Regulatory Affairs, explains what to know about A2L refrigerants and the new refrigeration standards, as well as how contractors can prepare.

What is the new refrigerant regulation that goes into effect January 1, 2025? 

On October 24, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published the final rule under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act (AIM) that sets global warming potential (GWP) limits for air conditioning.