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Congress steps up to save ENERGY STAR program

ENERGY STAR’s future has been uncertain since May, when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to shut down or privatize the program as part of a broader rollback of energy-efficiency standards. Now, Congress is stepping up to defend the program.

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Time’s running out to cash in on these energy tax credits

The energy efficiency tax credits that have been driving premium system sales are about to disappear. Here’s what contractors can do to take advantage of these incentives before they’re gone.

ACCA’s fall training schedule: What contractors need this season

ACCA’s Fall 2025 training schedule is here, and it’s built around solving the real problems that eat into contractor profits. […]

How Ray O. Cook uses ACCA QI Certificates to prove their quality

In today’s competitive HVACR market, contractors need more than just a good reputation—they need proof. That’s why Ray O. Cook […]

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QA contractors – what’s next

Energy-efficient home construction just got a reprieve. Contractors working on qualifying projects under the 45L tax credit have more time to complete work before the federal incentive disappears. 

Are your techs holding you hostage?

It’s time to say what no one wants to admit: Leadership means setting the standard and ensuring it is met. […]

R-454B is in short supply—don’t let bad installs make it worse

With the R-454B refrigerant shortage impacting contractors nationwide, every ounce of refrigerant counts. In this environment, installation quality is not […]

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Industry watches as ENERGY STAR program faces potential shutdown

Just in case the challenges surrounding R-454B availability weren’t enough, as contractors prepare for peak season, the industry was hit with another jolt this week: EPA has announced plans to shut down the ENERGY STAR program.

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HVACR done right: How technicians can sell quality over price

There’s an old saying that “the bitter taste of poor quality lingers long after the sweet taste of low price is forgotten.” This rings especially true in the HVACR industry, where technicians often compete against low-cost providers who cut corners to win business.

Big news: Unlimited QI certificates—one flat fee!

ACCA Quality Installation (QI) certificates help HVACR contractors like you stand out in your market and confirm the quality of […]

Learn more in 5 minutes or less with ACCA’s Microlearning series

Nobody wants to spend hours troubleshooting or waste time on unnecessary callbacks. But between service calls and customer demands, you […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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