--- title: News & Insights - VHV Company | Industry Insights description: Industry Insights | VHV Company News & Industry Insights --- [![VHV Company](https://www.vhv.com/wp-content/uploads/logo_vhv.jpg)](https://www.vhv.com/) [![Request Service](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4376743/44d7561f-37b2-4fea-a02a-67d9fc0c2c64.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4376743/44d7561f-37b2-4fea-a02a-67d9fc0c2c64) [(802) 655-8805](tel:18026558805) [![VHV Company](https://www.vhv.com/wp-content/uploads/logo_vhv_footer.png)](https://www.vhv.com/) [tel:18026558805](tel:18026558805) - [Company](https://www.vhv.com/about-vhv/) - [About VHV](https://www.vhv.com/about-vhv/) - [The VHV Team](https://www.vhv.com/about-vhv/team/) - [Safety at VHV](https://www.vhv.com/about-vhv/safety-at-vhv/) - [Services](https://www.vhv.com/services/) - [Service](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance/) - [Service](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance/) - [Maintenance](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance#hvac) - [Replacements](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance#replacements) - [Specialities](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance#specialties) - [Emergency Response](https://www.vhv.com/services/service-maintenance#emergency-response) - [Construction](https://www.vhv.com/services/construction) - [Construction](https://www.vhv.com/services/construction) - [Design/Build](https://www.vhv.com/services/construction#design-build) - [Design/Assist](https://www.vhv.com/services/construction#design-assist) - [Plan/Spec](https://www.vhv.com/services/construction#plan-spec) - Expertise - [Mechanical / HVAC](https://www.vhv.com/services/hvac-mechanical) - [Plumbing](https://www.vhv.com/services/plumbing) - [Refrigeration](https://www.vhv.com/services/refrigeration) - [Building Automation](https://www.vhv.com/services/building-automation-service) - [Energy Solutions](https://www.vhv.com/services/energy-solution) - [View All](https://www.vhv.com/services/) - [Our Work](https://www.vhv.com/our-work/) - [News & Insights](https://info.vhv.com/) - [Careers](https://www.vhv.com/careers/) - [Careers](https://www.vhv.com/careers/) - [Explore Career Paths](https://www.vhv.com/careers/flowchart/) - [Our Career Guide](https://info.vhv.com/my-career) - [Training at VHV](https://www.vhv.com/training/) - [Current Openings](https://www.vhv.com/careers/current-openings/) - [Contact Us](https://info.vhv.com/contact-us) - [Contact Us](https://info.vhv.com/contact-us) - [Connect with an Expert](https://info.vhv.com/contact-us/expert/) - [Request Service](https://info.vhv.com/request-service/) ** Topics Subscribe # Industry Insights ## [VHV Company Named 2026 Business of the Year by the Lake Champlain Chamber](https://info.vhv.com/vhv-company-named-2026-business-of-the-year-by-the-lake-champlain-chamber) ![Picture of Nadja Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/Nadja.jpeg) by [Nadja Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/author/nadja-dacres) | July 2, 2026 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) VHV Company is honored to be recognized as the 2026 Business of the Year by the Lake Champlain Chamber at the 115th Annual Gala held at ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.  [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/vhv-company-named-2026-business-of-the-year-by-the-lake-champlain-chamber) ## [VHV Receives The Unified Group’s 2025 "Making the Difference Award"](https://info.vhv.com/vhv-receives-the-unified-groups-2025-making-the-difference-award) ![Picture of Nadja Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/Nadja.jpeg) by [Nadja Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/author/nadja-dacres) | June 12, 2026 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) 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. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/vhv-receives-the-unified-groups-2025-making-the-difference-award) ## [Design-Build vs. Plan and Spec: Which HVAC Approach Delivers More Value?](https://info.vhv.com/design-build-vs.-plan-and-spec-which-hvac-approach-delivers-more-value) ![Picture of Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/Author%20Photos/author-brian-charron.png) by [Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/author/brian-charron) | August 27, 2025 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) 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. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/design-build-vs.-plan-and-spec-which-hvac-approach-delivers-more-value) ### Each project is unique. ## Start with an Expert Assessment today. [![Contact Us](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4376743/04ef7e21-3f0b-4d71-bbf6-ad926fd329f0.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4376743/04ef7e21-3f0b-4d71-bbf6-ad926fd329f0) ## [Myth: Bigger HVAC Systems Are Always Better](https://info.vhv.com/myth-bigger-hvac-systems-are-always-better) ![Picture of Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/Author%20Photos/author-brian-charron.png) by [Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/author/brian-charron) | June 16, 2025 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) 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... [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/myth-bigger-hvac-systems-are-always-better) ## [Benefits of Prefabrication in the Mechanical Construction Industry](https://info.vhv.com/benefits-of-prefabrication-in-the-mechanical-construction-industry) ![Picture of Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/Author%20Photos/author-brian-charron.png) by [Brian Charron](https://info.vhv.com/author/brian-charron) | March 21, 2025 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) 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. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/benefits-of-prefabrication-in-the-mechanical-construction-industry) ## [Building HVAC Recommendations for COVID-19](https://info.vhv.com/building-hvac-recommendations-for-covid-19) ![Picture of Tom Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/image002.png) by [Tom Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/author/tom-dacres) | October 23, 2020 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) 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.  [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/building-hvac-recommendations-for-covid-19) ## [Veteran Jobs in the Construction Industry in Vermont & New Hampshire](https://info.vhv.com/veteran-jobs-in-the-construction-industry-in-vermont-new-hampshire) ![Picture of Pamela Lambiase](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_PamLambiase.png) by [Pamela Lambiase](https://info.vhv.com/author/pamela-lambiase) | March 4, 2020 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) There are many reasons why the construction industry is one of the big employers of veterans. As our country and our region continue to build and grow, vets are qualified and skilled candidates that are needed in the construction field.  Since the early 2000s, more and more resources have been created to support jobs for vets in the construction... [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/veteran-jobs-in-the-construction-industry-in-vermont-new-hampshire) ## [The Importance of CETP Certification for VHV Employees](https://info.vhv.com/why-cetp-classes-at-vhv) ![Picture of Pamela Lambiase](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_PamLambiase.png) by [Pamela Lambiase](https://info.vhv.com/author/pamela-lambiase) | December 11, 2019 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) Even with the recent proliferation of natural gas lines in Vermont, propane remains an important fuel for the operations and heating of commercial and industrial buildings, as well as laboratories, manufacturing and processing plants in our region. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/why-cetp-classes-at-vhv) ## [Changing the Societal Stigma Around Trades](https://info.vhv.com/changing-the-societal-stigma-around-trades) ![Picture of Dick Wilcox](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_DickWilcox.png) by [Dick Wilcox](https://info.vhv.com/author/dick-wilcox) | August 27, 2019 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) For many decades, trades have been seen as the avenue people pursue when college or university isn’t a good fit. Attending a college or a university is seen as the appropriate next step after high school, one that will land you a good paying job and the skills needed to make it in the real world. [Not everyone will benefit from a college education](https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2019/03/choosing-trade-school-over-college/584275/?fbclid=IwAR0dtYmiGjFGZqrxhXWvplo-sTtYjXD2HZff6QcW-hpboqkZoJHh6ZwmpCo),... [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/changing-the-societal-stigma-around-trades) ## [3 Ways Technology is Improving Construction Industry Safety](https://info.vhv.com/3-ways-technology-is-improving-construction-industry-safety) ![Picture of Erica Peet](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_EricaPeet.png) by [Erica Peet](https://info.vhv.com/author/erica-peet) | February 14, 2019 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) One in ten construction-site workers are injured every year, [according to OSHA](https://www.osha.gov/oshstats/commonstats.html). What’s more, in 2017, twenty percent of private sector worker fatalities were in the construction industry. While construction safety has vastly improved over the years, the industry still has work to do. Protecting employees should be every firm’s[ top priority](https://www.vhv.com/about-vhv/safety-at-vhv/), and... [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/3-ways-technology-is-improving-construction-industry-safety) ## [GMCR Project Report](https://info.vhv.com/gmcr-project-report) ![Picture of Tom Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/image002.png) by [Tom Dacres](https://info.vhv.com/author/tom-dacres) | February 7, 2019 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) ### Green Mountain Coffee Roasters Essex Plant The 468,100 sf GMCR Essex Plant featured in this Project Report was completed in August, 2013, with a total project cost of $30 million.  This award-winning project received recognition from The Association of Energy Engineers, New England Chapter, for Outstanding Energy Project New Construction and an... [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/gmcr-project-report) ## [6 Questions to Expect from Your HVAC/R Contractor](https://info.vhv.com/6-questions-to-expect-from-your-hvacr-contractor) ![Picture of Dave Robistow](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_DaveRobistow.png) by [Dave Robistow](https://info.vhv.com/author/dave-robistow) | August 9, 2018 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) When you begin a service contract, your HVAC partner should ask a series of questions, to best gauge the requirements of your system and the facility. We've provided these questions below for two reasons. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/6-questions-to-expect-from-your-hvacr-contractor) ## [Working with an HVAC/R Service Contractor](https://info.vhv.com/working-with-a-hvac-contractor) ![Picture of Dave Robistow](https://info.vhv.com/hubfs/VHV_AuthorPics_DaveRobistow.png) by [Dave Robistow](https://info.vhv.com/author/dave-robistow) | August 1, 2018 [Industry Insights](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights) Whether you oversee the operations at a single facility or are in charge of several locations, it can be overwhelming to stay on top of HVACR maintenance. [Read More](https://info.vhv.com/working-with-a-hvac-contractor) [Load More](https://info.vhv.com/tag/industry-insights#) ## Subscribe to the Blog Sign up to receive our latest blog content to your inbox once a month. 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