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It was an awkward conversation, bringing a technician nearly twice my age into my office for a talk. “I’m good at fixing units. I’m not … Read more
From PM: Published by Bryan Orr in 2022, these hints still apply! If you are new to the trade, I’d like to welcome you. Like … Read more
By:Matthew Bruner Sometimes, you just get lucky. Sometimes, you get sent out to install a unit in a closet! Although these types of installs have … Read more
By:Luke Peterson This tech tip was written by Luke Peterson, the president of The Maintenance Department in Louisville, KY. Luke was a speaker at the … Read more
“Did you do a Manual J?” “Did you run a Manual S on that?” “What does Manual D say?” If you’ve asked any design-related … Read more
I hired and trained an apprentice who has worked 2 days a week for me over the last 4–5 months. I’ve been in business for … Read more
Bert Testerman, one of our senior technicians, recently made a video about his top residential A/C maintenance service tips. He showed some pretty good practices … Read more
As with most other trades, HVAC/R technicians need to have a solid set of hard skills to make it in the industry. Whether we … Read more
By Don Gillis April 5, 2024 This tech tip was written by Don Gillis with Chemours. Thanks, Don! Evacuation helps remove contaminants, like moisture and … Read more
By Bryan Orr From the Director: Originally published April 28, 2023. This tech tip is based on a recent podcast with Eugene Silberstein from ESCO … Read more
