Podcast Episodes

Q&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 help an HVAC contractor determine the in…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Jim 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 trends.

The discussion delves into the…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Q&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 homeowner with a Carrier heat pump with an atti…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

What 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 Split Capacitor) and ECM (Electronically C…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Q&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 much about in the past due to the greate…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Water 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 various causes of water leaks and condensat…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Q&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 addresses how we can deal with cultural and…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Aux 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, particularly aux lockout and balance point. Tom l…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Q&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 location and fresh air requirements in green-g…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago

Leak 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 practical tips for HVAC technicians. They empha…

Published on 1 year, 3 months ago