Tariffs, inflation and rising equipment costs continue to reshape the HVAC landscape, and wholesale distributors remain squarely in the middle of that transition. 

Increasing profits is a lofty goal, so attaining it requires deep collaboration across all arms of a distribution company.

Over the past several months, HARDI advocacy has maintained a strong and strategic presence across the states and in our nation’s capitol, promoting policies that reflect the needs of HVACR distributors and the contractor customers they serve.

Wholesale distributors and manufacturers in the HVAC, plumbing, and PVF sectors face a unique challenge in their warehouses: extreme variation in product size, shape, weight, and material-handling requirements.

Dandelion Energy is transforming the geothermal market by pivoting to production home building and utilizing a unique leasing model that eliminates high upfront costs while slashing installation expenses by 40%.

A new comprehensive study from ACCA and Farmington Consulting Group reveals that high-performing HVAC contractors are out-earning the competition by offering more customer options, doubling down on marketing investments, and leading sales with monthly financing payments.

Holt Supply founder John Raymond Holt passed away peacefully on Feb. 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. 

On Feb. 24, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Don’t Mess with my Home Appliances Act, 217-190 with bipartisan votes.

Burwell is responsible for building mSupply’s merchandising function, as well as recruiting and developing talent, while establishing a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

The training provides practical guidance on the proper installation of copper service lines, including techniques, materials science, and industry-recognized best practices.