HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Episodes

• Heat In....Heat Out: All About Heat Transfer w/ Joe Joe The HVAC Man - Short #281

  Apr 7, 2026

  Humidity removal is more energy-intensive than temperature drop.

• Building Science at the Kitchen Table: Using Testing to Close the Sale

  Apr 2, 2026

  Building science is crucial for HVAC contractors to diagnose problems accurately and communicate value to customers.

• Hard Lessons w/ Roman, Tim D., Nathan O. and ELK

  Mar 31, 2026

  Learning from mistakes is essential in HVAC - don't repeat costly errors.

• Better Seen than Viewed w/ Jim Bergmann

  Mar 26, 2026

  Jim Bergmann recounts his courageous battle against non-Hodgkin's B-cell lymphoma and the innovative treatments that led to his recovery.

• Symposium - What Good Techs Do Different W/ Data

  Mar 24, 2026

  Top HVAC technicians leverage data effectively by utilizing comprehensive measurements to enhance their diagnostic capabilities.

• Heat Recovery from Data Center w/ Jeff Staub

  Mar 19, 2026

  AI data centers generate unprecedented heat loads, creating a need for efficient thermal management.

• All About ESCO with Renee Tomlinson and MeasureQuick's Latest Features with Jim Bergmann

  Mar 17, 2026

  ESCO Institute offers extensive educational resources for technicians of all levels, including both physical books and online training modules.

• Building Tools & the Trade w/ Tony G. from Fieldpiece

  Mar 12, 2026

  Fieldpiece is dedicated to addressing the skills gap and improving workmanship quality in the HVAC industry.

• Symposium - Do Inverters Suck?

  Mar 10, 2026

  Inverter technology can be challenging but understanding its operational context, like building science and environmental factors, is crucial for effective use.

• Recovery Pro Tips w/ Jesse from NAVAC

  Mar 5, 2026

  Always prioritize keeping HVAC systems sealed to avoid unnecessary refrigerant loss.

• Symposium - What is the House Trying to Tell Me?

  Mar 3, 2026

  HVAC professionals must understand the fundamentals of building science to effectively diagnose and solve issues in homes.

• Don't Die! w/ Louise from UEi

  Feb 26, 2026

  Carbon monoxide is a serious, often underestimated threat in the HVAC field, with risks associated with both high and low-level exposures.

• Heat Exchanger Crack Comment - Short #280

  Feb 24, 2026

  Heat exchanger cracks can significantly influence the operation of the inducer motor and combustion dynamics.

• Dehum Innovations and Essentials w/ Nikki K.

  Feb 19, 2026

  The merger of Santa Fe and AprilAire under one brand enhances their combined efforts in improving indoor air quality and moisture control.

• Lifetime of HVAC/R w/ John Pastorello - Short #279

  Feb 17, 2026

  John Pastorello exemplifies the spirit of curiosity and innovation in the HVAC/R industry.

• Vapor Injection + Modulation Innovation w/ Copeland

  Feb 12, 2026

  Enhanced Vapor Injection (EVI) can significantly increase efficiency and reliability in HVAC systems.

• TXV vs. EEV - Short #278

  Feb 10, 2026

  TXVs are mechanically simpler but require careful installation to avoid common issues.

• Electric Heat Talk w/ Bert

  Feb 5, 2026

  Loose electrical connections are the primary cause of issues with electric heat systems.

• Vapor Diffusion Ports, Hygric Buoyancy, and Fruit - Short #277

  Feb 3, 2026

  Vapor diffusion and air leaks are fundamentally different; managing both is crucial for building health.

• Gas & Combustion Safety w/ Bert

  Jan 29, 2026

  Every gas leak on site becomes your responsibility as a technician; never leave a leak for someone else to handle.