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HARDI Distributors See 4.8% Sales Drop in May

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) released its monthly TRENDS report in July 2026. Distributor sales fell 4.8% in May 2026 compared to May 2025. Annual sales growth for the 12 months through May sits at 2.6%. HARDI's Senior Market Analyst noted May 2026 had one fewer billing day than May 2025. Sales would have been roughly flat with equal billing days.

The weak start to cooling season points to continued soft demand for replacement equipment. This occurs during what's typically a revenue-driving period for contractors.

Check your May sales against distributor trends. Adjust inventory orders for June and July if your numbers mirror the national decline.

Key Takeaways:

HARDI distributor sales declined 4.8% in May 2026 year-over-year
One fewer billing day accounts for most of the decline
Annual sales growth through May 2026 stands at 2.6%

Source: HARDI (Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International)

HVACR Wholesale Distribution Supports 101,000 Jobs, Study Finds

Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International released its first economic impact study in September 2026. The study shows the wholesale distribution sector supports 101,817 jobs. It generates $32.9 billion in annual economic output. The study used IMPLAN modeling and U.S. Census data to measure the industry&

DiversiTech Acquires Surge Protection Maker DITEK

DiversiTech Corporation announced on September 2 that it acquired DITEK, a major supplier of surge protection devices for HVAC and electrical systems. The combined company will offer an expanded portfolio of surge protection products and electrical components used across the building trades. Plans include increased technical support services for contractors.

Anchor Heating & Air Ranks No. 851 on Inc. 5000

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HVAC Distributor Revenue Up 6.7% in July

Industry News Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International reported in September 2026 that member distributors recorded a 6.7% revenue increase in July compared to the same month last year. The growth indicates sustained demand for HVAC equipment and parts. The cooling season extended into late summer. The uptick

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HVACR Wholesale Distribution Supports 101,000 Jobs, Study Finds

DiversiTech Acquires Surge Protection Maker DITEK

Anchor Heating & Air Ranks No. 851 on Inc. 5000

HVAC Distributor Revenue Up 6.7% in July