As we head into summer, you may know some people who own seasonal rentals.  It’s always challenging as a landlord to manage things onsite, especially if the rental property isn’t right down the street. A smart thermostat, managed by a mobile app, is a great way to ensure renters are...

We’ve talked about ENERGY Star a few times on this blog and we are always impressed with the amount of marketing support and education that they offer its partners. Consumers know that ENERGY Star is a reliable rating and often look for products that are ENERGY Star certified. As we...

It’s that time of year when winter just won’t go away, yet spring is knocking on the door. Homeowners want to turn the heat down to save on heating costs but it gets just too cold at night. Smart thermostats offer a great option for homeowners to manage their indoor...

ENERGY-STAR rated Products Are Popular with Homeowners   According to a survey by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), more than 45 percent of U.S. households report purchasing an ENERGY STAR® certified product. Homeowners agreed that products that had the ENERGY-STAR label influenced their buying decision.  This is good news for...

Smart technology has evolved at a progressive rate. Has your business followed the trend?  When smart products first took off they were only found in high-end homes. Now, smart technology is part of Main Street America and lives in many of our everyday household products. Whether you serve the young...

Self-diagnostics tools are common in both residential and commercial HVAC, but are they beneficial?  Our own Gary Hsieh offers his insight.   Are self-diagnostics more residential, commercial, or both?   Self-diagnostics are prevalent in both commercial and residential.  Commercial applications/products tend to focus more on having an informed building manager...

What homeowner challenges do you see when it comes to smart technology?   One of the biggest challenges we see when it comes to the homeowner is adoption. While the early adopters have embraced the connected home, some mainstream America homeowners are struggling with taking that first step.  There are...

When smart homes were first introduced they were reserved for the custom, exclusive residential community. Today, home automation and smart products have become much more mainstream. As an HVAC contractor, how do you sell smart into the home?   The biggest point to consider is your customer. There are various...

LUX CEO Rob Munin recently did an interview with The News about what manufacturers offer contractors to help them marketing themselves and their services.  In case you missed the story in the March 5 issue, here’s a recap and an extended &A from Rob.   What marketing tools does LUX...