Economic Signals and Shifts for 2026: How HVAC & Plumbing Companies Should Respond
Everyone’s got an opinion about the economy in 2026.
Very few operators are responding strategically.
In this live OAO Pro session, John Wilson and Alec Stevanovski are breaking down what actually matters for HVAC & plumbing owners — and where most businesses are about to overreact.
We'll talk:
- Why consumer “slowdown” narratives are misleading
- What buyers actually care about in today’s M&A market
- How policy shifts may create opportunity, not fear
- Why disciplined operators will win this cycle
Create your free OAO Pro account today to attend this live session and get access to biweekly expert-led sessions, and a community of business leaders like you.
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Live Session: March 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
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What You’ll Learn in This Live Session
Understand which economic signals actually matter for HVAC and plumbing operators in 2026 and which headlines are distracting business owners from real decision-making.
Learn why consumer “slowdown” narratives can be misleading, and how disciplined operators position pricing, hiring, and marketing during uncertain cycles.
Get clarity on what buyers and investors are truly looking for in today’s M&A environment and how to build a business that stays attractive regardless of market noise.
Discover how policy shifts and market changes can create opportunity for well-run companies and why the operators who stay steady and strategic will win this cycle.
JOHN WILSON
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CEO of The Wilson Companies, an 8-figure revenue home service company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and restoration services.
ALEC STEVANOVSKI
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Founder of HomePros, a digital media company providing news, trends, and analysis focused in HVAC and plumbing industries.
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