Category: HVAC

SEATTLE — PSR Mechanical, a commercial HVAC service provider, has partnered with ECM Technologies, an HVAC operational efficiency and energy-conservation company, to bring ECM’s ThermaClear to the Seattle, Washington, market. The ThermaClear HVAC treatment significantly improves system performance and extends equipment life, a joint press release said. The first Seattle-area treatment took place at the Museum of Flight, the…

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✕ In an age where smart technology is reshaping the way we live and work, multifamily building operators have a unique opportunity to adopt solutions that benefit both their operations and the residents they serve. The benefits of smart HVAC and plumbing systems, along with smart door locks and garage openers, extend far beyond daily…

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ATLANTA —LG Electronics has launched its Premier Service Champion Program, designed to equip LG distributors and applied representatives in the HVAC industry with advanced technical knowledge, hands-on training, and other industry resources. The program provides comprehensive education modules and expert-led workshops to enhance technical expertise and troubleshooting skills, raising technical support standards and helping improve customer experiences…

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As HVAC contractors deal with price increases from manufacturers, they need a plan to pass those costs on to the end user. Here are price increases that have occurred in the industry since March: Air Duct Products: Effective April 15, there was a 10% price increase on all products. The company said this was due to the…

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U.S. labor leaders called on the Salvadoran government May 1 to release union member Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who has been imprisoned for more than a month following what federal courts have acknowledged was an improper deportation. In a letter to Salvadoran Ambassador Milena Mayorga, leaders of major U.S. unions, including the AFL-CIO, IUPAT, SMART, and…

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Thinking About HVAC for Your Business? Ductless Mini-Split Systems Might Be the Answer More and more business owners are going with ductless mini-split systems — and honestly, it makes sense. If you’re dealing with an older building, no ductwork, or just need better control over temps in different areas, these systems get the job done…

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An industry-wide refrigerant transition is underway in the food retail sector, with far-reaching impacts felt by both large retail chains and small independent grocers. Although many large retailers with access to corporate resources have made significant progress on their journeys, many small grocers still lack a clear action plan. Most large retailers have conducted low-GWP…

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“Other people’s s*** is my bread and butter.” That opening statement immediately captured the attention of all the students in a metal shop class back when I was in high school. It came from a local plumbing contractor who had shown up to discuss his trade and encourage soon-to-be members of the workforce to consider…

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As HVAC contractors gear up for another busy cooling season, many have faced challenges securing R-454B, the low-GWP refrigerant replacing R-410A in new residential and light commercial HVAC systems. They are also concerned about how tariffs will affect the price and availability of HVAC equipment. In their Q1 2025 earnings reports, several major OEMs —…

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At Bell Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical, we’ve seen it all—from tree roots in sewer lines to toys flushed down the toilet. As your trusted Denver sewer repair experts, we’re here to help you understand what’s going on underground before it turns into a disaster above. Read on to learn about the seven most common…

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