Homeowners are more selective than ever, and in a crowded marketplace, their choice often comes down to which company they trust most. Public relations plays a critical role in shaping, strengthening and protecting your reputation.
How ecommerce, AI-driven consumer behavior, and pricing transparency are transforming HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contracting — and why digital-first contractors are gaining a structural advantage.
Lock Supply Co.’s Tim Savage breaks down how practical AI tools are accelerating quoting, closing knowledge gaps, and strengthening contractor trust — without replacing the human side of sales.
Demand for AI, electrification and mission-critical cooling prompts exhibitors to highlight connected technologies that simplify installation and improve long-term performance.
Manufacturers exhibiting at AHR Expo 2026 are bringing forward solutions that prioritize intelligence, flexibility and practicality, addressing real-world challenges faced by contractors, engineers, distributors and building owners.
Contractors favor frictionless tools; 59% of survey respondents using AI adopt AI features already built into the software they use every day.
ServiceTitan's first annual industry report focusing on AI in the Skilled Trades shows the percentage of contractors who adopted AI early, as well as hurdles that are keeping some businesses from doing the same.