Building-science columnist warns private equity in HVAC can pressure install quality

In a column on HVAC install quality, Nate Adams cautions that private equity ownership, with its stronger short-term profit focus versus a typical technician-owner, can be a challenge and lead to worse client results if not managed properly.

“Private equity can also be a challenge, with a much stronger”

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