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Hey Ed, Will a Furnace With a Three-Ton Drive Really Move Three Tons of Air?

Want to learn if a furnace with a three-ton drive can really move three tons of air? Learn more about airflow resistance in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Do I Talk to a Tech About Collecting at the End of the Job?

Want to learn how to talk to a technician about collecting at the end of a job? Find out how to properly request payment in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

Hey Ed, Is There a Way to Size a Duct Without Calculating a Friction Rate?

Want to find out how to size a duct without calculating a friction rate? Find out how to use Manual D to calculate in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Do I Talk to a Tech About Keeping Their Truck Clean?

Want to know how to talk to your employees and technicians about keeping their work vehicles clean? Find out how to in the edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

Hey Ed, What’s Your Favorite HVAC Tool and Why?

Want to know about Ed’s favorite tool and why? Find out all the benefits of the Digital Hygrometer in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Do I Present Options to the Customer?

Want to know how to present options to your customer? Find out how to provide service options to your customers in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Hey Ed, What’s the Smallest Size Room That Requires a Supply?

Want to know the smallest room size that requires a supply? Find out to leverage Manual D in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Do I Explain That Consistency Is Key?

How do you explain to your that consistency is key? Learn how to ensure all your technicians are on the same page in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

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Testing a Furnace’s Hot Surface Ignitor

A hot surface ignitor is a key factor in furnace systems as it helps ignite the burner flame. Read this blog to learn troubleshooting and maintenance tips.

Hey Ed, What Is the Best Duct Material to Use?

Want to know the best duct material to use? Find out how to choose the best product for profitably in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, What Is Invoice Coaching?

Want to learn what invoice coaching is? Find out how to guide your technicians in the edition of “HVAC Skill Builder!”

Hey Ed, How Often Are Filters Sized Properly?

Want to know how often filters are properly sized? Find out how to make a selection in edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, What Do You Do When a Customer Wants a Very Specific Brand?

What should you do if a customer wants a specific brand? Find how to explain the importance of installation in this edition of “HVAC Skillbuilder!”

Hey Ed, What Is Your Biggest Concern About Twinning Furnaces?

What’s the biggest concern when twinning furnaces? Find out when to switch each fan on in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Hey Ed, What Is the Most Appropriate Velocity Moving Across a Filter? 

Trying to find the target velocity for moving across a filter? Find out how to find the target velocity gold standard in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Can I Determine What the Target Superheat Formula Is if I Don’t Have the Manufacturer’s Charging Chart?

Want to determine the target superheat formula but don’t have the manufacturer’s charging chart? Find out how in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Hey Ed, Is a Gas Furnace More Efficient Than a Heat Pump?

Wondering if a gas furnace is more efficient than a heat pump? Find out the difference between economics and efficiency in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Hey Ed, Should I Put in a Heat Pump?

Should you install a Heat Pump? Learn about the advantages and benefits of heat pumps in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Matt, How Do I Overcome Internet Price Shopping?

Want to overcome internet price shopping? Learn how to build a good value proposition for your customers in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Hey Ed, Is It Permissible to Put a Return in the Bathroom? 

Is it permissible to put a return in the bathroom? Find out why it’s not in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

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