<p>50% metal tariffs are squeezing HVAC and trades margins with construction inputs up 12.6% annualized; AI scheduling software hits mainstream field service at $49/month with 93% adoption; and PE targets commercial cleaning with Boyne Capital's H&B Facility Services platform launch in May 2026.</p>

50% metal tariffs are squeezing HVAC and trades margins with construction inputs up 12.6% annualized; AI scheduling software hits mainstream field service at $49/month with 93% adoption; and PE targets commercial cleaning with Boyne Capital's H&B Facility Services platform launch in May 2026.

<p>50% metal tariffs are squeezing HVAC and trades margins with construction inputs up 12.6% annualized; AI scheduling software hits mainstream field service at $49/month with 93% adoption; and PE targets commercial cleaning with Boyne Capital's H&amp;B Facility Services platform launch in May 2026.</p>

Metal Tariffs are squeezing the Trades

The week in service business news — HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, cleaning, auto repair, salons, gyms, med spas, staffing, and commercial services. Every Monday: three signals on tariffs, M&amp;A, labor, regulation, and field-service software that move your renewals, your stack, and your exit math. Every Friday: one story in depth plus the week's key numbers. Built for trades and field-service operators. Part of Main Street Media.

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The week in service business news — HVAC, plumbing, electrical, landscaping, cleaning, auto repair, salons, gyms, med spas, staffing, and commercial services. Every Monday: three signals on tariffs, M&A, labor, regulation, and field-service software that move your renewals, your stack, and your exit math. Every Friday: one story in depth plus the week's key numbers. Built for trades and field-service operators. Part of Main Street Media.

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