Technical Tips

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.”

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!”

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

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

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

Want to learn how to pack repairs together? Learn how to give your customers options to best meet their needs in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Want find out how to determine the change in enthalpy? Learn more about how to determine cooling capacity in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Want to learn about the four Cs of invoicing? Learn about Calls, Cause, Cure, and Code in this edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Want to learn how to reduce state pressure on an undersized supply? Learn how to add an additional duct in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Welcome to HVAC Skill Builder! Learn what to do in the event of a maintenance ambush in the first edition of “HVAC Skill Builder.”

Want to learn how to account for range hood loads in Manual J? Learn how to approach load ventilation in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Want to familiarize yourself with how an electronic thermostat works? Learn how an electronic thermostat detects temperature in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

Want to learn how to measure a house for a load calculation? Learn how to measure block loads in this edition of “Hey Ed!”

When do you use solvent? Find out the proper way to use solvent in the edition of “Hey Ed!”

In this edition of “Hey Ed”, Ed goes over the differences between Manual J and Manual JAE, and their intended uses.

If you are interested in fighting for the exemption of outdoor HVAC equipment from the GFCI requirements, now is your chance! ACCA is looking for volunteers to apply for the National Electrical Code (NEC) Panel that develops GFCI protection requirements. Read more at this blog to see how you can help.

Curious about what size you need for different pipe sizes? Learn how to determine and calculate hose size in this edition of “Hey Ed!”