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HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

by Bryan Orr

Real training for HVAC ( Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Technicians. Including recorded tech training, interviews, diagnostics and general conversations about the trade.

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Mastering Your Meter Advanced Functionality with Louise Kellar (UEi Test Instruments)

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In this episode, Bryan welcomes back Louise Kellar of UEi Test Instruments for a deep dive into getting more out of a digital clamp meter than the basic volts, amps, and

Sep 17
1 h 06 min

Premature Coil Failure in Ductless Mini-Splits & VRF Equipment - Short #303

In this short podcast, Bryan and Roman discuss premature coil failure in ductless mini-splits and VRF equipment.  These coils are susceptible to a few different types o

Sep 15
22 min

Advanced Refrigerant Recovery: Best Practices for Diverse Systems and Environments

In this live episode, Bryan sits down with Jim Bergmann of measureQuick and NAVAC trainers Zane and Jesse Stewart for a deep, technician-focused conversation about advanc

Sep 10
1 h 12 min

The A2L & Refrigerant Transition - Short #302

In this short podcast episode, Bryan and Roman talk about the A2L & refrigerant transition again, particularly sensors on R-454B and R-32 equipment.  Since the beginnin

Sep 8
17 min

Invented For Techs, by Techs: Inside Refrigeration Technologies' "The Lab"

In this episode, Bryan sits down with Mike Pastorello, owner of Refrigeration Technologies, and Ashley Lynds, director of education and brand management for Viper, to tal

Sep 3
1 h 00 min

The Ethics of IAQ – Testing vs. Remediation Conflicts - Short #301

In this short podcast episode, Bryan and Roman talk about the ethics of IAQ, particularly in terms of microbial growth testing vs. remediation conflicts, based on Roman's

Sep 1
22 min

Is 400 CFM per Ton Always Right? w/ Ty

400 CFM per ton is useful—until it isn't. In this episode, Bryan and Ty take on one of the trade's favorite rules of thumb. It can be a reasonable starting point for ma

Aug 27
43 min

The MERV 15 Filtration Physics - Short #300

In this short podcast episode, Bryan and Roman Baugh talk about indoor air quality and microbial control, specifically MERV 15 filter physics and how it all works when br

Aug 25
20 min

Tips for Being On Call w/ Ty

In this episode, Bryan Orr sits down with Ty Branaman for a wide-ranging conversation about what it really takes to be a good on-call technician. They open by reminiscing

Aug 20
57 min

The Florida "M-Word" – Legal Boundaries & Tech Communication - Short #299

In this short podcast episode, Bryan and Roman talk about Florida law and how it relates to the "M-word" (mold) and the legal boundaries our techs must respect when they

Aug 18
17 min

Becoming a GRIT Host or Mentor w/ Leilani

In this episode, Bryan sits down with Leilani for an introduction to GRIT Camps — the hands-on program that brings skilled trades exposure to youth ages 12–17 through com

Aug 13
1 h 11 min

Behind the Drywall – The Psychrometrics of a Hidden Moisture Failure - Short #298

In this short episode, Bryan and Roman talk about the psychrometrics of a hidden moisture failure... behind the drywall. Roman had an indoor air quality and mold assessme

Aug 11
15 min

HVAC Education. What NOT to Do w/ Jim F., Roman B. and Craig M.

Join Roman Baugh, Craig Migliaccio (AC Service Tech), and Jim Fultz for an unfiltered conversation about training mistakes, teaching pitfalls, and educational failures in

Aug 6
44 min

Q&A What Uninsulated Refrigerant Lines Really Cost You - Short #297

In this short podcast episode, Bryan answers a question from Evan about the true cost of uninsulated refrigerant lines, especially in terms of efficiency losses and decre

Aug 4
10 min

Outdoor Air & Ventilation Strategies with John Semmelhack, Ty Branaman & Tim De Stasio

In this live-stream episode, Bryan is joined by Tim DeStasio, John Semmelhack, and Ty Branaman for a deep dive into residential ventilation — the often-overlooked "V" in

Jul 30
1 h 05 min

Selecting a Replacement Motor - Short #296

In this short podcast episode, Bryan covers the points to consider when selecting a replacement motor, particularly blower motors and condensing fan motors in residential

Jul 28
19 min

Nailing a Job Interview w/ Refrigeration Mentor

In this episode, Bryan welcomes back Trevor Matthews from Refrigeration Mentor for a conversation focused entirely on nailing a job interview in the HVAC and refrigeratio

Jul 23
50 min

Digital Tools and AI - "So Happy Together" - Short #295

This short podcast episode is Tyler Nelson's Bry-X presentation from the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium: Digital Tools and AI - "So Happy Together." Tyler is the Bus

Jul 21
25 min

HVAC Summer Service Calls: Rushing, Mental Fog & How to Stay on Your Game

In this episode, Bryan leads a live team meeting focused on getting technicians mentally and practically ready for the summer rush. He opens by asking the group to name w

Jul 16
54 min

The House Always Wins! A Class On Building Science Basics - Short #294

In this short episode from the Bry-X stage of the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium, Tessa Murry gives a class on building science basics: The House Always Wins! Tessa

Jul 14
24 min

What listeners say

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Bryan is an excellent educator. Whenever I need to better understand or clarify a topic, I go to HVAC School for clear and detailed information- and it has always worked well for me.

D-A-S-89 · Feb 2026

Been listening for a long time. 19 years in the industry in northwest Florida. Find myself not only learning new things but finding new ways to articulate things I’ve always known to my employees. Very interesting and informative.

nolehamma · Nov 2025

Mr. Orr has truly hit gold with his ability to spread knowledge on a career that has often suffered from insightful teachers. He brings along a cast of other experts that each provide an excellent viewpoint on the trade. There is no other single individual out there doing as much as Bryan does for the HVACR. This podcast is a MUST-listen to any technician serious about their trade.

Mdcrubengonza · Sep 2025

Lots of valuable information for the new and experienced hvacr techs/mechanics. The white shirt podcast is a good listen and something new techs should be aware of that they don't tech in trade schools. My first job was residential while going to school and I hated it. The employer cared about upsells and getting a salesman in the door. I was good at resolving/fixing the customers problem but was not good at selling. I was threatened with termination weekly for not meeting sales objectives. Anyhow, I moved to commercial refrigeration where mechanical and technical skills are wanted and awarded. Love what I do now. People interested in this trade should definitely be made aware of how many residential hvac companies do business so they know what they are getting into. If you like fixing and solving problems then residential is not a path you'll enjoy. At best it's a stepping stone into the commercial side. Sorry for the rant but no one talks about this. Appreciate you diving into it a bit.

hunterjmj · Jan 2025

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