ACCA mourns the loss of former Board Member and industry leader Larry Cook
ACCA is saddened to share the passing of former Board Member Larry Cook, a respected leader and advocate for the […]
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UPDATE: New York State bans some refrigerants immediately, bans A2L equipment in 2034: What contractors need to know
UPDATE – February 6, 2025 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has announced a delay in […]
Ready, aim, support: Join ACCA 2025’s first annual clay shoot competition benefiting future HVACR pros
Just when you thought ACCA 2025 couldn’t get any better, we’ve added another can’t-miss event to the lineup. We’re excited […]
DOE’s latest rule could make tankless water heater installs much harder
A new Department of Energy (DOE) rule will effectively ban non-condensing gas-fired instantaneous (tankless) water heaters starting in 2029, forcing […]
Hesitant to put your pricing online? It could be the key to more leads
Can online pricing transparency really help your business? In Episode 5 of Shift to the Future, “Why Putting Your Pricing […]
The tax change that could cost contractors: ACCA urges Congress to save 199A
Contractors nationwide have a great deal to gain—or lose—in the upcoming tax debates. At the center of this conversation is […]
Focus on the real work, not paperwork
As an HVACR professional, your time is money. Managing an HVACR business is demanding enough. The last thing you should […]
ACCA’s 2024 Annual Report: A year of growth, advocacy, and innovation
ACCA’s newly released 2024 Annual Report is a reflection on the milestones achieved throughout the year and a deeper look […]
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Is it necessary to have a return duct in every room?
Is one return enough? Had a conversion will a fella about a topic I hear about far too often. He had someone ask (require) for there to be a return in every room. I knew Manual D® didn’t say that.
Service savvy: Playing pickleball with customers
In HVACR sales, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you’re playing a singles match against a […]
ACCA opposes burdensome OSHA requirements, advocates for practical heat illness prevention standards
The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) recently submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department of Labor, responding to OSHA’s […]
We asked the experts: What’s next for IRA funding?
In the latest edition of ACCA’s Codes and Coffee, which took place right before the administration changed on January 20, […]
Executive orders pause IRA rebate programs, withdraw from Paris climate accord
The HVACR industry is no stranger to shifting federal policies, but two recent executive orders from the Trump administration signal […]
Electrification takes center stage at ACCA 2025
Electrification isn’t just a buzzword in HVACR. It’s a pivotal shift driven by environmental concerns about fossil-fuel heating. As the […]
Leadership lessons: intentional significance
Leadership development initiatives teach participants essential skills for better management, but there is a huge problem: Many leaders gain knowledge […]
2025 is the year for embracing HVAC technology—don’t be a dinosaur!
The HVAC industry is shifting, and evolving faster than ever. Technology is reshaping how contractors operate, and customers are more […]
President Trump’s inauguration signals regulatory change
As the nation transitions to a new administration under President Trump, the regulatory landscape is undergoing immediate changes. Executive order: […]
