HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Episodes

• Redux - The Lost Art of Steam Heating w/ Dan Holohan

  Dec 26, 2024

  There's a significant gap in steam heating knowledge that needs to be revived.

• Q&A on Superheat - Short #223

  Dec 24, 2024

  Superheat is a crucial concept in HVAC, defining the temperature of refrigerant above its saturation point.

• Duct Cleaning - How Long & How Often?

  Dec 19, 2024

  Duct cleaning requires significant time and technique variation based on the system type and home layout.

• Are EVs an Opportunity? - Short #222

  Dec 17, 2024

  Electric vehicles (EVs) can benefit from conditioned garages, which help preserve battery performance, particularly in hot climates.

• Choosing HVAC Cleaners w/ Becca from Viper

  Dec 12, 2024

  Refrigeration Technologies focuses on creating environmentally friendly and safe cleaning products for the HVAC industry.

• Q&A - Evap Placement - Short #221

  Dec 10, 2024

  Evaporator coils are placed on the positive side of furnaces to protect heat exchangers from moisture, while they are typically on the negative side in air handlers to enhance energy efficiency.

• Can Ducts Be Cleaned Ethically?

  Dec 5, 2024

  Ethical duct cleaning requires thorough assessments and honest communication with clients about the cleanability and risks of different duct systems.

• Should I Fog or "Sanitize" My Ducts? - Short #220

  Dec 3, 2024

  Fogging ducts is mostly ineffective and should only be used as a last resort.

• Condensing Furnace Drain Guidance w/ AC Service Tech

  Nov 28, 2024

  High-efficiency furnaces produce condensate due to dual heat exchangers, leading to acidic drainage that requires careful handling.

• What Can Be Done About Healthcare? w/ Ethos

  Nov 26, 2024

  Healthcare costs are often driven by hidden fees and inefficiencies that employers can address.

• How to Predict Air Flow Issues in the Sales Process

  Nov 21, 2024

  TrueFlow technology assists HVAC professionals in measuring static pressure and airflow accurately, predicting system performance.

• MCA is 27 and the Breaker is a 50A - Short #219

  Nov 19, 2024

  MCA (Minimum Circuit Ampacity) must be under 40 amps for compatibility with devices like the CoolGuard 2.

• Deploying Surge Protection & Voltage Monitoring w/ DITEK

  Nov 14, 2024

  Surge protection is critical for modern HVAC systems due to increasing reliance on sophisticated electronic components.

• Pumping vs. Compression - Short #218

  Nov 12, 2024

  Pumping is related to liquids, while compressing refers to gases, with crucial implications for HVAC technicians.

• Building Tech Confidence w/ Refrigeration Mentor

  Nov 7, 2024

  Confidence is built through consistent effort, learning, and experiencing failures.

• Molecular Transformator - Short #217

  Nov 5, 2024

  The Molecular Transformator is crucial for ensuring refrigerant enters the recovery tank in a liquid state, optimizing efficiency.

• Surge Protection Basics w/ DITEK

  Oct 31, 2024

  Surge protectors are essential tools for protecting HVAC systems against voltage spikes, often misunderstood as solely lightning protectors.

• Q&A - Am I Toxic For Caring? - Short #216

  Oct 29, 2024

  It's important to maintain professional pride but also practice personal humility. Focus on the quality of your work without judging others harshly.

• App Based HVAC Learning

  Oct 24, 2024

  SkillCat makes HVAC training more accessible and affordable, especially for certifications.

• Q&A - Apps for Doing Proper Loads - Short #215

  Oct 22, 2024

  Load calculations are complex and essential for HVAC system performance, incorporating multiple factors affecting energy transfer.