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ACCA Celebrates Win: Limits NEC GFCI Protection

September 6, 2022

ACCA announced that it has achieved the National Fire Protection Association exemption of all outdoor HVAC equipment from the 2020 and 2023 National Electrical Code Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter protection.

How the HVAC Trades Have Changed: Perspectives From a 50-Year Veteran and a New Tradesman

Two technicians who entered the industry at very different times share their stories.

August 31, 2022

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Two HVAC technicians – one 50, the other a recent high school graduate – share their stories of entering the industry, and what motivates them to build an HVAC career.

HVAC Contractors Get Into the Zone

Zoning experts answer questions contractors may hear from customers

Matt Jachman

August 16, 2022

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Contractors and HVAC technicians can create a wealth of opportunities by adding residential HVAC zoning to their list of services.

Use Red Flags as Prompts to Measure Static Pressure

David Richardson

July 15, 2022

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Implementing company-wide static pressure measurements can be tough. Let’s look at how you can use red flags to improve your static pressure measurement consistency and reduce callbacks.

Tech of the Month — June 2022: Andrew (Lee) Williams of Rogers Heating and Cooling

Williams is recognized as the technician of June 2022

Ted Craig

June 23, 2022

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A friend of Andrew (Lee) Williams’ in Virginia Beach was going to school for HVAC and the job sounded appealing, so he pursued the same field.

The Art of Troubleshooting Compressors

Technicians must act quickly to figure out why a compressor is struggling to perform

Joanna R. Turpin

June 20, 2022

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Comprehensive troubleshooting can help technicians determine whether the compressor is working properly.

Tips for HVAC Techs to Stay Safe in the Field

Chris Holbert

June 16, 2022

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Working as an HVAC technician requires a lot of caution and attention to detail to do the job well and remain safe. It’s important to ensure HVAC techs remember a few key things going into any job.

HVAC Tips: Keeping Cooler in the Summer Sizzle

With a hot season ahead, veteran tech has tips for staying safe

Matt Jachman

June 15, 2022

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Most regions within the 48 contiguous U.S. states are likely to see hotter-than-normal temperatures this summer. Here are some tips for staying healthy in the heat.