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HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs
Real training for HVAC ( Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Technicians. Including recorded tech training, interviews, diagnostics and general conversations about the trade.
Episodes
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsSanta Fe Talks Dehumidification at AHR 2025
In this insightful discussion at AHR 2025 in Orlando, Bryan connects with Nikki Krueger from Santa Fe dehumidifiers, exploring the evolution and importance of…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsCatching Up with Fieldpiece and Refrigeration Technologies at AHR
In this special episode from the 2025 AHR Expo, Bryan brings us two fascinating conversations with industry leaders who are shaping the future of HVAC…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsFrom Plumber to HVAC Owner w/ Manly Arnanson
In this episode, Bryan speaks with Manly, an HVAC professional from Manitoba, Canada, about his journey from working in his family's plumbing business to…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsEER in the Field - Short #231
In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) and SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) and how to calculate EER in the…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHeat Pumps / Comfort and Electrification w/ Copeland
In this informative episode, Josh Souders from Copeland joins Bryan to dive deep into heat pump technology, discussing everything from basic operations to…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsEfficiency and Production on Larger Projects
In this podcast episode, Bryan, Jacob, and JD provide an in-depth look at a significant HVAC project that tested their team's ability to adapt, learn, and…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Circuit Board Troubleshooting - Short #230
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about circuit board troubleshooting: is there a quick way to learn how to check…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsAre you using AI to Troubleshoot w/ Refrigeration Mentor
In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Trevor Matthews and Bryan dive deep into the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsThe New Sensi Equipment Interface - Short #229
In this short episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan and Tom Lorenz from Copeland talk about the new Sensi equipment interface. This product has been in…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsThe Buyout Epidemic - Manifesto
In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Bryan shares his perspective on the growing trend of private equity buyouts and investments in the trades…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsStanding Pilot - Short #228
In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about the standing pilot gas systems and the ignition strategy in gas-fired appliances. Standing pilots are very…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHistory of Gas Furnaces - Redux
Jim takes us all the way through the history of furnaces, from the Stone Age when he was a child to modern modulating condensing types. The goal of a furnace…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHeat Exchangers and Temperature Rise - Short #227
In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about heat exchangers and temperature rise in gas furnaces, especially 80% open-combustion gas furnaces. Temperature…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsManufacturer Responsibility - Manifesto
In this episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan shares his "Manufacturer Responsibility Manifesto," a document he wrote over two years ago but held back from…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Tips for Moving to HVAC Sales - Short #226
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question and gives some of his tips for moving to HVAC sales from field…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsWhite Shirt Techs - Manifesto
This unique podcast episode is a commentary on the phenomenon of "white shirt techs" in the HVAC industry - a term that refers to technicians who focus heavily…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Double Flares - Short #225
In this short podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about double flares and their application in the HVAC/R industry. Flare connections…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsCan You Coat Fiberglass?
In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Bryan interviews Zach about duct coatings and their applications in HVAC systems, particularly focusing on the…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Metacognition and More - Short #224
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about metacognition and more about critical thinking, reflective analysis, and…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsRedux - The Lost Art of Steam Heating w/ Dan Holohan
In today's podcast, Bryan talks with legendary Hydronics author and trainer Dan Holohan about the history of steam heating and some practical applications of…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A on Superheat - Short #223
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about superheat, including what it is and how we measure it. Superheat is the…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsDuct Cleaning - How Long & How Often?
In this episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan interviews Zach from Southeast Clean Air Solutions about the intricacies of professional duct cleaning. Zach…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsAre EVs an Opportunity? - Short #222
In this short podcast, Bryan talks about electric vehicles and whether EVs present an opportunity for HVAC technicians. The residential sales lead at Kalos…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsChoosing HVAC Cleaners w/ Becca from Viper
The podcast delves into the world of HVAC chemical solutions through an in-depth conversation with Becca Stamey, the marketing director at Refrigeration…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Evap Placement - Short #221
In this short podcast, Bryan talks about evaporator coil placement based on a question submitted by a listener, John. Evap coil placement differs in furnace…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsCan Ducts Be Cleaned Ethically?
In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, Bryan interviews Zachary Ortwine, a duct cleaning professional who provides insights into ethical duct cleaning…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsShould I Fog or "Sanitize" My Ducts? - Short #220
In this short podcast episode, Zach joins Bryan to answer a common duct maintenance question: Should I fog or sanitize my ducts? The National Air Duct Cleaners…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsCondensing Furnace Drain Guidance w/ AC Service Tech
Bryan and Craig Migliaccio (AC Service Tech)dive deep into the complexities of managing condensate drainage in high-efficiency (90%+) gas furnaces. The…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsWhat Can Be Done About Healthcare? w/ Ethos
In this unique episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan interviews Donovan Ryckis, CEO of Ethos Benefits, diving deep into the complex world of healthcare…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHow to Predict Air Flow Issues in the Sales Process
Chris Hughes and Steve Rogers from The Energy Conservatory discuss TEC's TrueFlow technology and its crucial role in predicting airflow issues in the sales…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsMCA is 27 and the Breaker is a 50A - Short #219
In this short podcast episode, Bryan and Mike from DITEK talk about what to do in tricky electrical scenarios, such as when the MCA is 27 and you have a 50A…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsDeploying Surge Protection & Voltage Monitoring w/ DITEK
Bryan discusses surge protection devices (SPDs) with Mike from DITEK, focusing on practical applications for HVAC contractors and how to provide value to…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsPumping vs. Compression - Short #218
In this short episode, Bryan clears up the confusion behind pumping vs. compression. Pumping is usually associated with liquid. Liquid, like vapor, is a fluid…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsBuilding Tech Confidence w/ Refrigeration Mentor
Trevor Matthews returns to the HVAC School Podcast to discuss building tech confidence and personal growth in the HVAC and refrigeration industry. The…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsMolecular Transformator - Short #217
In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about the CPS Molecular Transformator and what it does. The Molecular Transformator is a version of a tube-in-shell…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsSurge Protection Basics w/ DITEK
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Mike, a 20-year veteran from DITEK, a leading American manufacturer of surge protection devices based in Largo…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Am I Toxic For Caring? - Short #216
Bryan answers a listener-submitted question: "Am I toxic for caring?" He gives advice on how to maintain professional relationships while still maintaining…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsApp Based HVAC Learning
div]:bg-bg-300 [&_.ignore-pre-bg>div]:bg-transparent [&_pre]:-mr-4 md:[&_pre]:-mr-9"> _*]:min-w-0"> Ruchir Shah joins the podcast to share his journey into…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Apps for Doing Proper Loads - Short #215
In this short Q&A podcast, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about apps for doing proper loads. Fred specifically asks about apps or charts that can…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsJim Bergmann & MQ Update from NCI Summit
Bryan sits down with Jim Bergmann at the NCI Summit in Asheville, North Carolina, to discuss the latest developments in HVAC technology, training, and industry…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - System Won't Dehumidify? - Short #214
In this short podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about an HVAC system that won't dehumidify. This question was submitted by a…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsWhat Is Up With Blower Amps & Watts w/ Steve Rogers
Bryan Orr and Steve Rogers dive deep into measuring power consumption in HVAC blower motors, particularly focusing on the differences between PSC (Permanent…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Sizing Heat Pumps for Heat Load - Short #213
In this short Q&A podcast, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about sizing heat pumps for heat load in heating mode, something that we haven't talked…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsWater Issues - Spidey Sense
This episode of the HVAC School podcast dives deep into the often-overlooked but critical topic of water issues in HVAC systems. Bryan and Bert discuss the…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Cultural Diversity - Short #212
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a listener-submitted question about cultural diversity in the workplace, especially at an HVAC company. He…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsAux Lockout & Balance Point w/ Sensi
In this informative episode of the HVAC School podcast, host Bryan Orr sits down with Tom Lorenz to talk about some of the Sensi thermostat features…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - How to Deploy a Dehum - Short #211
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers Howard's question about how to deploy a dehumidifier (dehum) in a sealed home. He addresses things like…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsLeak Detection - Spidey Sense
In this episode of the Spidey Sense series, Bryan and Bert dive deep into the art of refrigerant leak detection, sharing their wealth of experience and…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Why Didn't You Notice it Last Time? - Short #210
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers Edward's question about how to deal with customers who ask, "Why didn't you notice it last time?" There isn't…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Vacuum Questions Answered
div]:bg-bg-300 [&_pre]:-mr-4 md:[&_pre]:-mr-9"> _*]:min-w-0"> In this episode of the HVAC School podcast, host Bryan dives deep into the topic of vacuum in…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Drain Traps & Static - Short #209
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers a question about drain traps and static pressure. This question was sent by Stephen with The Comfort Squad…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsHow Do You Ramp Up Your Team to Effectively Service and Support CO2 Applications?
In this informative episode, Bryan Orr speaks with Andre Patenaude from Copeland about CO2 refrigeration systems. They dive deep into the unique…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Condensating Vents - Short #208
In this short Q&A podcast episode, Bryan answers Kenton's question about how to stop vents from condensating, especially when sealing and insulation don't do…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsResidential & Rack Startup and Commissioning (Part 2)
In this episode, Bryan and Max discuss commercial supermarket startup and commissioning with comparisons to residential HVAC work. Max, who has transitioned…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - EPR and Pressure Limiting Valves w/ Matthew Taylor
In this episode, Matthew Taylor joins the podcast to dive deep into the world of pressure-limiting valves and regulators used in refrigeration and air…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsResidential & Rack Startup and Commissioning (Part 1)
In this episode of the HVAC podcast, Bryan and Max Johnson from Kalos discuss the critical role of a startup and commissioning technician in the HVAC industry…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Stubborn Old Techs - Short #207
In this short podcast of the Q&A series, Bryan answers a question about "stubborn old techs" (submitted by Luke via Speakpipe). In several cases, old-school…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsModulating Compressors w/ Copeland
In this episode, Josh Souders from Copeland joins the HVAC School Podcast to discuss modulating and variable capacity technologies in HVAC systems. Josh…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsQ&A - Testing Dehumidifiers - Short #206
In this short podcast episode of the Q&A series, Bryan answers a question about testing dehumidifiers (submitted by Steven via Speakpipe). Dehumidifiers run…
HVAC School - For Techs, By TechsImproving Changeout Outcomes
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of residential HVAC installations and improving changeout outcomes with Matt, a senior technician and residential…