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Want to know how to handle a customer that doesn’t want to pay the service call charge? Find out in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

As a business owner, you know that your employees are an important asset of your business. Each business has individuals with specialized skills, knowledge, and valuable customer relationships that are critical to its success. If your business relies heavily on key employees, it may suffer tremendously without those individuals and it may be a good idea to think about investing in key person life insurance. Read this blog to find out more.

Text message scams are becoming increasingly prevalent, with reported losses reaching $330 million in 2022 alone. This blog post highlights the five most common types of text message scams and provides tips on how to protect oneself from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.

Want to know what to do when the customer wants to think about it? Find out how to talk to the customer in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

The IRA’s $45 billion in tax credits and rebates have the potential to transform the residential HVAC market. But will state energy offices partner with quality contractors for more comprehensive system overhauls? Or will unions hijack these funds to steal away your customers with promises of “free heat pumps” with no attention to quality installation? 

To enhance hiring processes in light of prevailing financial anxieties and layoff fears, there is a need for transparent communication, aligning job descriptions with realistic expectations, and showcasing opportunities for professional development. Check out this blog to learn more.

Every industry has tried and true applications that defy time and circumstance. One of the customer service industry’s tried and true factors involves customer behavior after receiving unsatisfactory service. What is the behavior? Keep reading. 

Want to know what to do when the customer finds the part online for cheaper? Find out how to leverage warranty in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

Join us today, June 22, as we celebrate National HVAC Tech Day! Since its establishment in 2016 by ACCA Gold Member ARS/Rescue Rooter, this annual holiday honors these dedicated service professionals who tirelessly ensure our home comfort. Learn more in this blog post.

Recently, ACCA has been fighting for our members on two fronts to ensure you are not penalized as business owners and employers. Read more in this edition of Capitol Insights.

When recruiting new talent, getting the right people in the right positions is essential. Many of the human relations problems we encounter are due to the hiring decisions that we made while hoping things would work out. Read more in this blog by Dr. Pape.

ACCA recently spoke with Kirby Oscar, Vice President of Vertical Growth – Home Services at Scorpion, to find out more about what their internet marketing services entail.

Want to know what should be included in an invoice? Find out what to include in your invoices in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

The North American monsoon is a weather pattern characterized by a significant increase in thunderstorms and rainfall across large areas of the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. Typically occurring between June and mid-September, this seasonal change in atmospheric circulation is driven by the intense summer heat over the continental land mass. Read more on what to expect in this blog.

Ken Goodrich, CEO of Goettl Air Conditioning and Plumbing, has recently been selected as a member of Nevada’s Governors Workforce Development Board (GWDB). ACCA extends its congratulations to Ken for his appointment to this esteemed position. Read more in this blog.

We should always avoid oversizing, but it can be even more critical in humid climates where air conditioners operate with a wet coil. However, occasionally, I said yes. But the customer had to agree to a few things first. 

Developing a training program can seem daunting at first, but once you begin laying out the steps that need to be taken as well as the resources required, you will quickly understand that it is achievable. To assist you in getting started, I’ve outlined a roadmap that includes some areas you should consider. 

Have you ever sought a specific ACCA member benefits resource but couldn’t seem to find what you were looking for? Are you a new member looking for the bountiful resources available to you? Resource Round-up is here to help!