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Skilled Trades

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A professional HVAC technician inspecting an outdoor air conditioning unit during an early heatwave, symbolizing increased demand for home services.
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Early Heat Surge Boosts Demand for HVAC and Plumbing Services

An early heat surge and ongoing home renovations are driving up demand for HVAC and plumbing professionals across the U.S. Home service companies are responding by expanding services and introducing new maintenance plans.

Olivia Hart·April 2, 2026
A dedicated HVAC technician in North Texas expertly services an air conditioning unit under intense summer heat, symbolizing the critical demand for skilled trades.
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North Texas Heat Surge Highlights Growing Demand for Skilled Plumbing HVAC Trades

An unseasonably warm spring is putting HVAC systems to the test in North Texas, revealing the strain caused by a national shortage of skilled plumbing and HVAC professionals.

Olivia Hart·April 2, 2026
A group of skilled trades professionals, including a plumber, electrician, and carpenter, standing confidently with their tools, symbolizing the essential role of skilled labor in home services.
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Beyond the Toolbox: Why the Growing Demand for Skilled Trades in Home Services Matters to You

Finding a plumber or electrician is getting harder. A reported 300,000 open jobs in construction signal a major shift in home services.

Olivia Hart·April 2, 2026