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The ACCA HVAC Blog is focused on helping professional contractors run smarter, better businesses. Led by contractors themselves, who know firsthand the technology and cultural changes that are transforming old-school trades into a high-tech, dynamic, and driven industry. ACCA HVAC Blog is where forward-thinking contractors go for daily content to feed their passion for success.

HR question of the month: Employee pay during weather closures

Question We had to close our office for a few days due to the recent storms. Are employees entitled to […]

Codes and Coffee: New Developments on ACCA’s Crusade for Sensible NEC GFCI Requirements recap

In the November 2024 Codes and Coffee webinar, David Bixby, ACCA’s manager of codes and standards, led a discussion on […]

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ACCA announces new Government Relations Committee to strengthen HVACR advocacy

The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) is proud to announce the formation of its new Government Relations Committee, a dedicated group of industry leaders driving our advocacy efforts forward. This committee’s first meeting took place on October 30, setting the stage for a powerful, strategic approach to advancing HVACR interests in critical policy areas. 

Court issues preliminary injunction for Corporate Transparency Act

Remember the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)? It would have required 32.5 million companies to submit sensitive information regarding their “beneficial […]

The gift of the season is here: 5 reasons to grab your copy of The Air Came to a Stop

Looking for a gift that’s fun and meaningful this holiday season? The Air Came to a Stop is not just […]

2024 ACCA Service Managers Forum: Building connections, sharing knowledge, and driving success

From November 11–13, 2024, over 150 HVACR professionals gathered in Pasadena, CA, for the 2024 ACCA Service Managers Forum. Held […]

Support small HVACR businesses today and every day

Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy. They drive innovation, create jobs, and strengthen our communities. For HVACR […]

Air Control Home Services: Putting Quality Installations (and ACCA QI) First

For more than 30 years, Air Control Home Services has been offering Arizonans in Lake Havasu City high-quality heating and […]

Bannister Plumbing and Air: Investing in excellence through ACCA private training 

Kenton Guidry, HVAC Division Manager at Bannister Plumbing and Air in Jacksonville, Texas, got into the industry about 20 years […]

Grateful for our ACCA community

As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the many things we have to be grateful for this year within […]

Shift to the Future recap: Scaling technology in small HVACR businesses with Brian Feenie and Kyle Ricciardi

The latest episode of Shift to the Future tackled one of the HVACR industry’s most pressing topics: how small businesses […]

Spiff and span: How to ensure you’re legally compensating your techs

HVACR employers have long used “spiffs” to incentivize employees at various levels, including techs, in their businesses to promote sales. […]

[FREE Webinar] Get ready to add 7 figures to your HVAC business

Feeling like you’re putting in endless hours but not seeing the growth you’ve been working so hard for? You’re not […]

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ACCA leaders break down what election results mean for contractors in post-election recap

ACCA’s post-election webinar offered crucial insights into what President-elect Donald Trump’s historic second-term victory means for HVACR contractors. With expert analysis from Jim Ellis of BIPAC, who brings 35 years of political experience, the session highlighted how this election may shift policy landscapes and impact the industry.

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Breaking news: Overtime rule invalidated by federal court

In a decision with significant implications for contractors, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas has invalidated the Department of Labor’s (DOL) 2024 overtime rule. The court ruled that the rule’s salary thresholds prioritized pay over job duties, effectively creating a “salary-only test” for overtime exemptions. 

[FREE WEBINAR] Enhancing Technician Safety and Efficiency with the Right Pickup Truck and Van Upfits

Mark your calendars for December 17 at 1 PM ET! Join us for an exclusive webinar, “Enhancing Technician Safety and […]

Looking for Ways to Stand Out to Customers? Look to QI!

Marketing is more than just a way to introduce your HVACR company to local homeowners. It’s also the best way […]

Catch an exclusive glimpse of ACCA 2025’s Mainstage Sessions

ACCA 2025 is already shaping up to be the HVACR industry’s event of the year. With Greater Austin’s gorgeous backdrop […]

ACCA announces new children’s book The Air Came to a Stop

Creating a skilled workforce starts with cultivating the talent of tomorrow. That’s why Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) is […]

ACCA leaders champion HVACR growth and industry standards at ASAE CEO Symposium

Continuous improvement is a cornerstone of how ACCA strives to raise the bar in the HVACR industry. Last week, ACCA […]

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