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What AI Can Realistically Do for Mechanical Contractors in 2026 (and what it Can't)

April 15, 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)

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Join MCAC and associate member Craftify for a practical session on how AI is actually being used in 2026 and what it means for mechanical contractors and service businesses. 

Artificial intelligence is everywhere in the conversation today, but much of the information is confusing, exaggerated, or not relevant to real businesses in the trades. This webinar is designed to cut through the noise and give contractors a clear understanding of where AI truly creates value and where it does not. 

During this session, we will explore how AI tools are currently being used to improve marketing, lead generation, sales communication, and operational efficiency for small and mid-sized contracting businesses. We will discuss practical examples of how contractors are using AI to generate consistent inbound leads, improve their visibility on Google, automate follow-ups with prospects, and create marketing content without needing a full internal marketing team. 

We will also examine how AI can assist with everyday business workflows such as drafting proposals, improving response times to customer inquiries, identifying referral opportunities within existing customers, and reducing administrative work that consumes valuable time. 

Equally important, the session will address the limitations of AI. Skilled trades, relationship-driven sales, on-site problem solving, and strategic leadership decisions remain human strengths. Understanding these boundaries is essential to adopting AI in a way that supports your business rather than distracting from it. 

This session is focused specifically on the realities of the mechanical contracting industry in 2026 and aims to provide grounded insights, practical strategies, and realistic expectations for business owners looking to grow and operate more efficiently.

The webinar will by led by Arman, the founder of Craftify AI and a technology leader who has worked as a manager and lead on software and AI products at companies such as Shopify and Realtor.com. With over 20 years of experience in technology and 10 years in digital marketing, he focuses on helping small service businesses grow using practical AI tools for marketing, lead generation, and customer engagement. 

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Name: Piers Young
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