HVAC/R

An easy and reliable way of turning people into loyal, returning customers who refer you to friends and family is to be an HVAC service technician, or an HVAC service company, people can trust.[1] But trust has to be earned, and that’s not easy to do, especially in the HVAC repair industry. Most homeowners don’t […]

With the electrical wiring, welding and HVACR industries facing shortages of qualified workers, there’s never been a better time for women to consider learning a skilled trade.[1] Thanks to relatively quick, affordable training programs, healthy job opportunities and sometimes higher earning potential, more and more women are entering the trades. And a growing number of […]

Do you buckle your seatbelt when you get in the car? Look both ways before crossing the street? Get a flu shot every year? Safety plays a big role in our everyday lives. And guess what? It’s also crucial while in HVAC, both when you’re training and when you’re working. Review the HVAC safety checklists […]

Thinking about becoming an HVAC technician? There’s a lot to like about this career: job growth, opportunities for advancement and a relatively short HVAC training time. But the big question on your mind is probably, “How much money could I make?” While the wage data for 2019 won’t be out until the end of the […]

These days it’s all about connectivity: smartphones, smartwatches and even smart homes. Thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), homeowners can remotely control the operation of everything from their refrigerators to speakers to flower pots. But most start with a smart thermostat.[1] This means students in HVAC classes now will likely work with these devices […]

Comfort shouldn’t come at a steep cost to customers and the environment. Unfortunately, this was the case with the HVAC equipment of yore. Air conditioners and heaters would use massive amounts of electricity and release harmful refrigerants into the atmosphere. But that’s all changing now. Thanks to government programs like SNAP, customer demand and manufacturer […]

HVAC/R and solar panel installation, maintenance and repair are both growing industries that will need trained workers in the coming years.[1][2] But which career should you choose? Comparing the training requirements, responsibilities, work environments, pay and job outlook of these two occupations could help with the decision. Weighing Your Career Options While HVAC/R techs and […]