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ServiceTitan report finds AI adoption more than doubles among commercial contractors

Firms are turning to technology to navigate cost pressures.
March 30, 2026

Nearly 40% of contractors report measurable AI impact, up from 17% in 2025, signaling a shift toward technology-driven operations.


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Samsung Electronics' new SmatThings platform.

Samsung Electronics launched SmartThings Pro HVAC offerings at AHR 2026

The platform was unveiled at AHR 2026.
February 5, 2026

The SmartThings Pro AI-powered IoT platform equips HVAC professionals with a centralized solution to remotely manage, monitor and optimize HVAC systems across residential and commercial environments.


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Guest Editorial | Jim Hinshaw & Christopher Lollini

From grassroots to Google: Turning community engagement into online visibility

You’re already doing marketing right — you just don’t know it yet.
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Chris Lollini
Jim Hinshaw
January 27, 2026

With a few intentional steps, you can make sure the work you do in your community not only wins hearts, but also helps you win searches.


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Keeping the trades human as technology expands

How plumbing and mechanical contractors are using digital tools to reduce meetings, cut travel and keep crews focused on the work.
January 20, 2026

Trent Leinenbach, VP of customer experience at Stratus, discusses ways that contractors can implement technology into their workflow. 


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Southern Home Services becomes the first enterprise-scale customer to adopt ServiceTitan’s Max program

The Max Program is currently being piloted to a select number of ServiceTitan customers.
January 13, 2026

According to the company, this move reflects a broader shift toward end-to-end automation in the trades.


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WorkHero raises $5M seed round to advance its AI-powered back office platform for small HVAC contractors

The the AI-powered back office for small HVAC contractors has received a substantial amount of seed round funding.
October 31, 2025

The seed round funding was led by Navitas Capital, as well as Workshop Ventures, York IE and other strategic angels. 


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The untapped power of your existing software

Jenny Benbrook, CEO of Powerhouse Consulting, weighs in on the power of the software that you already have.
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Kristen R. Bayles
October 6, 2025

Contractors are often paying for more than they realize. Here’s how slowing down, starting small, and training your team can unlock hidden efficiency and profit.


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SJE acquires AMI Global

This acquisition will expand Industrial Internet of Things capabilities.
September 23, 2025

This marks the company's sixth acquisition since 2021, and the first of 2025.


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The team at Cooper's Plumbing & Air.

Purpose over paychecks

One Georgia business tries new retention strategies inspired by the tech industry.
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Kristen R. Bayles
September 22, 2025

Faced with costly turnover and a tightening labor market, Cooper’s Plumbing & Air partnered with Reins to launch an equity-based incentive system that gives employees real ownership in the business. The approach has boosted retention, strengthened culture, and offers a model for how contractors can keep teams engaged beyond paychecks alone.


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Buildxact leverages AI to combat home construction labor shortage, empowering a future-ready workforce

Buildxact’s AI-powered estimating and project management tools streamline workflows, saving builders time and money.
September 10, 2025

By automating time-consuming tasks like takeoffs, quoting and scheduling, the platform is enabling builders to do more with less—boosting efficiency, supporting apprenticeships and making the trades more appealing for the next generation.


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