In this episode of Accelerated HVAC Success, Shiblee Noman, Senior Product Manager for Furnaces at Daikin Comfort Technologies, begins by explaining how Daikin is helping homeowners qualify for the 25C tax credit by upgrading their two-stage variable models to 97% efficiency, with even more high-efficiency models on the way. He shares how Daikin’s offerings stack up against competitors and explains the additional tax benefits available when combining a 97% furnace with a qualifying heat pump, creating a powerful dual-fuel system.

Shiblee also dives into the myriad advantages of dual-fuel setups, including a life expectancy of around 30 years, and emphasizes why contractors who want to thrive should focus on this growing market. Wrapping up the conversation, he offers his vision for where the furnace industry is heading over ...