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Author: wes.davis@acca.org

Wes Davis is the director of technical services for ACCA. He can be reached at wes.davis@acca.org or 703-824-8847.

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Born to Run

At a recent conference for utilities, there was a lot of discussion about heat pumps. Some program managers lamented that while heat pumps were being installed by the tractor trailer load, they weren’t saving energy. Read more in this member-only blog.

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Standard 310: A New Hope for New Homes

ACCA, the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET), and the International Code Council published a new standard to reflect an HVAC system’s installation in the Energy Rating Index (ERI) score. Read more in this members-only blog.

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Summertime!!

This summer, HVAC contractors will be working hard in the scorching summer heat. Read this members-only blog to learn about working in hotter climates.

Announcing ACCA Quality Installation with measureQuick!

ACCA is proud to announce ACCA Quality Installation with the measureQuick app. Learn more and receive a complimentary QI certificate in this blog.

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Economic Tornado Warning

There are many expected changes on the horizon for the HVACR Industry. Learn more about these insights at ACCA’s Codes and Coffee at the link below.

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Size a Heat Pump for…Heating?!?

Heat pumps are becoming more of a household staple recently. What does ACCA’s Manual S say about sizing for heat pumps? Read this blog to find out.

Electrification: The Long Road Ahead 

America is moving toward an all-electric future. Read more about the current requirements for a fully electrical world in this blog.

Is Manual J® Really Necessary in Existing Homes?

Who wants to learn about problems after the job is completed? Read this blog to learn why utilizing Manual J can maximize effectiveness on service calls.

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Stay Frosty

It’s winter, which HVAC technicians should be taking precautions before heading out into the elements. Learn more about winter safety measures at this blog.

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Air Conditioners: Future Museum Exhibits?

Given the push to phase out air conditioners, their future as a relic is possible. Read more about the potential future of air conditioners at this blog.

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Take Care of Business & Watch Your Back

With the new Regional Efficiency Standards, old SEER equipment will require new rules for installation. Read more about SEER installs at this blog.

New Efficiency Ratings (SEER2) – Getting it Wrong

Bottom Line: The US Department of Energy (DOE) has new efficiency standards (SEER2, EER2, HSPF2), effective January 1, 2023. Unfortunately, these […]

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Ready to Prove It?

HVAC Professionals who check their work thoroughly provide an important value to customers. Read this blog to learn about ACCA’s Quality Assurance exams.

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Troubleshooting a Duct System with ACCA’s Duct Slide Rule®

The ACCA Duct Slide Rule allows contractors and technicians to calculate the size of a system’s duct with friction rate. Read more at this blog.

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Summer’s On Fire, Yo

When the weather is this hot, HVAC technicians will be called to serve AC units quite frequently. Read this blog to see the forecast and plan accordingly.

Train or Don’t Train: Standardization

Keeping a standardized system of work keeps your employees working efficiently with their goals laid out. Read more about standardization at this blog.

Prove It!

Customers want the best brand possible for their homes. Read this blog to learn about ACCA’s “Prove It!,” and how to get started.

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COVID Killing Filters

New research shows that when a common antiseptic is applied to filters… they can KILL COVID-19! But, upon looking at the research, questions emerged.

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3 Month Forecast – HOT

Bottom Line Up Front: It’s going to be warm. But don’t quit reading too soon, see “Get Good” at the very end of this article!

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Buyer Beware

Starting January 1, 2023, the Department of Energy will be updating its energy efficiency standards for HVACR equipment. In addition to this, regional standards in the South and Southwest will be based on the date of installation, not the date of manufacture. These regulations could make existing supply shortages worse, and open the doors for distributors to shift responsibility to the customer. It is more important than ever for the industry to be ready for these standards, and to join the fight against them.

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