Industry Insights

VHV Receives The Unified Group’s 2025 "Making the Difference Award"

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by Nadja Dacres | June 12, 2026

This February, while attending the Owners Forum in Cancun, Mexico, VHV was honored to receive the 2025 "Making the Difference Award" from The Unified Group.

CEO Tom Dacres and CFO Cheri Deforge at the Owners Forum in Cancun, Mexico, with The Unified Group.

Design-Build vs. Plan and Spec: Which HVAC Approach Delivers More Value?

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by Brian Charron | August 27, 2025

When planning a commercial HVAC project, one of the most important early decisions is how to structure the delivery method. Two common approaches, Design-Build and Plan and Spec, offer very different experiences, costs, and outcomes.

Understanding the difference can save you time, money, and headaches.

Myth: Bigger HVAC Systems Are Always Better

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by Brian Charron | June 16, 2025

When it comes to HVAC systems, going big can actually lead to big problems. Oversized equipment may seem like a safe bet, but it often results in short cycling and frequent on-and-off cycles that reduce efficiency and strain the system. Short cycling can be caused by a range of issues, from dirty air filters and thermostat malfunctions to...

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Benefits of Prefabrication in the Mechanical Construction Industry

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by Brian Charron | March 21, 2025

Prefabrication is significantly transforming the mechanical HVAC industry in numerous ways. Overall, prefabrication enhances efficiency, reduces project duration, and helps in maintaining a more predictable schedule. But that’s not all.

Building HVAC Recommendations for COVID-19

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by Tom Dacres | October 23, 2020

The science on the transmission of the COVID-19, or SARS-CoV-2, continues to evolve. At VHV, we are continuing to monitor the latest recommendations and guidelines to best serve our employees as well as our customers.