
Parts & costs
Parts lead times are mostly back to normal — these compressors and boards aren't
General supply has caught up since the early-2020s shortages. A narrower set of equipment is still the long pole on a job.
Refrigerant pricing, equipment and parts lead times, and the bid math that keeps an install or service call profitable after parts ship.

General supply has caught up since the early-2020s shortages. A narrower set of equipment is still the long pole on a job.

Refrigerant is the line item moving fastest on a bid right now, and the easiest one to get burned on if the quote doesn't account for a price swing.
Working-capital lines and equipment financing smooth the gaps left by seasonal demand swings and slow-paying jobs. Compare rates from vetted partners and see who fits your shop.