HVAC Contractor Resources

Everything you need to run an HVAC business: free load calculators, software reviews matched to your shop size, real 2026 pricing benchmarks, and migration guides between Jobber, ServiceTitan, and FieldEdge.

“Which software should I use, and what should I charge?”

HVAC software platforms reviewed

Trade-specific calculators

$129

Avg service call fee (mid-cost markets)

15-30%

Avg ticket lift from flat-rate pricebook

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Most hvac shops should look at Jobber or Housecall Pro for most shops first

Solo and small-crew HVAC shops should start with Jobber ($29-$99/mo). Mid-sized shops ($750K-$1.5M) doing flat-rate work should evaluate FieldEdge or Housecall Pro + Profit Rhino. At $1.5M+ with 5+ techs, ServiceTitan's marketing ROI tracking and call attribution pay back the premium.

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Calculators & Tools

4 resources

Free tools for jobsite estimates and business math.

HVAC Load Calculator

16 IECC climate zones, equipment sizing, ductwork.

Electrical Load Calculator

NEC 80% rule, breaker sizing, EV charger calcs.

CFM & Airflow Calculator

Duct sizing, room CFM, static pressure.

Insulation Calculator

R-value targets and materials by zone.

Software Reviews

1 resource

Honest reviews of the platforms built for your trade.

Best HVAC Software (2026)

7 platforms compared with business-stage matching.

Pricing & Bidding

5 resources

Real 2026 benchmarks. Stop guessing what to charge.

How Much to Charge for HVAC Service Calls

2026 pricing benchmarks by shop size with the math.

Contractor Pricing Formulas Cheatsheet

All pricing formulas + 18-trade margin benchmarks.

Jobber Pricing Breakdown

Real Year-1 cost including payment processing.

ServiceTitan Pricing

What shops actually pay ($18K-$80K+).

FieldEdge Pricing

Sales-quoted ranges, $100-$200+ per user.

Business Guides

2 resources

How to start, run, and grow your trade business.

How to Start an HVAC Business

EPA 608, licensing, tools, pricing.

How to Grow from Solo to Crew

When to hire, who first, pricing for overhead.

Software Migration

4 resources

Switching platforms? Honest migration playbooks.

Upgrading from Jobber to ServiceTitan

Year-1 reality, 90-day plan.

How to Leave ServiceTitan

Where ST refugees go by shop size.

Switching from FieldEdge to Jobber

The pricebook problem, 30-day plan.

QuickBooks Desktop to Online Migration

Critical for FieldEdge users.

Head-to-Head Comparisons

3 resources

Side-by-side reviews of the platforms you're choosing between.

Jobber vs Housecall Pro

Detailed head-to-head for HVAC service shops.

Jobber vs ServiceTitan

Small vs enterprise — where the breakpoint actually is.

ServiceTitan vs FieldEdge

HVAC/plumbing-specific platforms compared.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best software for a 1-3 person HVAC shop?

Jobber Core ($29/mo) or Connect ($99/mo) for most. Add Profit Rhino ($99/mo) for flat-rate pricebook capability. Housecall Pro Essentials ($49/mo) if marketing automation matters. Don't buy ServiceTitan below $1.5M revenue — the math doesn't work.

When is ServiceTitan actually worth it for HVAC?

Conservative answer: $1.5M+ revenue with 5+ techs. Marketing ROI tracking and multi-option proposals drive 15-30% ticket size lift that pays back the $18K-$25K subscription + onboarding fee.

Do I need flat-rate pricebook software?

Past 2-3 techs, almost certainly yes. Industry data: 15-30% ticket size lift moving from T&M to flat-rate. For a $1M shop that's $150K-$300K additional revenue.

What should I charge for an HVAC service call in 2026?

Solo/1-truck: $79-$129 diagnostic + $95-$135/hr labor. 3-5 trucks: $99-$169 + $135-$185/hr. 10+ trucks: $149-$249 + $185-$275/hr. After-hours +50-100%.

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