In recent years, the cost of HVAC equipment has increased significantly, and regulatory changes, such as the phase-down of R-410A, will make the new A2L units even more expensive.
As techs familiarize themselves with the nuances of a heat pump, there are a few common problematic areas they must concentrate on to ensure the equipment runs efficiently and effectively for years to come.
Serving alongside Stephen Pape on ACCA s executive committee are Paton, immediate past chair; Martin Hoover, Empire Heating and Air Conditioning Inc., Decatur, Georgia, senior vice chair; Brian Stack, Stack Heating, Cooling, and Electric, Avon, Ohio, secretary/treasurer; Tim Cropp, CroppMetcalfe Services, Fairfax, Virginia, vice chair; and Eddie McFarlane, Haller Enterprises LLC, vice chair.
HVAC contractors have been busier than ever these last two years, and they are hoping that momentum will continue. But inflation and interest rates remain high, and it’s harder than ever to find skilled labor in order to keep up with demand, so 2023 may be more of a challenge.