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    New Guidance Supports ENERGY STAR Cold-Climate Heat Pumps

    TLDRHomeowners can save up to $2,000 by installing ENERGY STAR Most Efficient cold-climate heat pumps before December 31, 2025, using the 25C tax credit plus utility rebates.Contractors should plan ah…

    Published by James T.

    Survey Reveals HVAC Contractors Embrace Online Ordering

    TLDRHVAC contractors are increasingly ordering equipment online to manage seasonal demand and improve inventory control.Key benefits include transparent pricing, live stock updates, and 24/7 ordering…

    Published by Chris L.

    Heat Pump vs Furnace+AC: How to Choose for Your Home

    TLDRHeat pumps provide both heating and cooling in one system and work best in mild to cold climates, while furnace plus AC setups suit very cold areas or where gas is cheap.Look at efficiency ratings…

    Published by HVAC365 Editorial

    April HVAC Shipments Rise for Third Straight Month

    TLDRU.S. HVAC shipments rose 5.1% in April, with air conditioners up 8% and heat pumps up 1.8%.This signals improving product availability and shorter lead times for contractors, homeowners, and prope…

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    EU Tightens F-Gas and PFAS Rules Impacting Refrigerants

    TLDRThe EU is tightening rules on high-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerants, speeding up the shift to lower-GWP options like R-32 and R-454B by 2036.New regulations limit certain equipment type…

    Published by James T.

    Smart Thermostats and Vents Grow in Multi-Unit Buildings

    TLDRSmart thermostats and connected vents help property managers reduce energy waste and service calls in multi-unit buildings by balancing room temperatures and enabling remote control.These systems…

    Published by Sarah C.

    Heat Pump Adoption Accelerates Across U.S. Homes

    TLDRHeat pump use is growing fast in U.S. homes due to new efficiency rules and rebates that lower costs.Modern heat pumps work well even in cold weather and combine heating and cooling in one system.…

    Published by David N.

    Franchise HVAC Group Unveils Cloud Platform for Quotes

    TLDRA franchise HVAC group launched a cloud-based platform that unifies quoting, scheduling, inventory checks, and customer updates to save time and reduce errors.The system offers standardized pricin…

    Published by HVAC365 Editorial