HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Questionable CO Alarms w/ Bill Spohn

In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Bryan welcomes back Bill Spohn to talk about carbon monoxide and a troubling trend in the alarms being sold online. They start

Same Charge, Different Numbers - Short #306

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about what happens when you adjust the condenser airflow: you have the same charge, different numbers. This short covers HVAC c

Tech, Mechanic, or Craftsman? Finding Your Fit in HVAC

Some people light up when they find a difficult electrical problem. Others want a wrench in their hand or take real satisfaction in a beautifully planned installation. Th

Normal Subcooling, Hidden Restriction - Short #305

A liquid-line restriction should cause high subcooling, right? Not always. In this short episode of the HVAC School podcast, we look at why normal subcooling does not rul

Airflow Serenity w/ Alex Meaney

In this episode from the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium, Alex Meaney delivers a live conference talk he calls "Airflow Serenity," built around the idea of knowing wh

Less Compressor, More Suction Pressure - Short #304

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about compression ratio and compressors, particularly why you see more suction pressure when the compressor unloads and what th

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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