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Think Ahead When Repairing Refrigeration Systems

Take time to come up with a potential work-around to make finishing a repair easier

August 24, 2023

While repairing a system, technicians should try to look ahead and avoid common issues that can make repairs more difficult.

Tracking and Counteracting Installer Missteps

An HVAC Minute Video Update: August 21, 2023

Hannah Belloli

August 22, 2023

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According to the preliminary results of a DOE Building America study, only 23% of newly installed residential HVAC systems are perfectly charged.

How to Safely and Accurately Replace a Condenser Fan Motor

Contractors can be thrown off by the fact that OEM motors have three wires while aftermarket motors have four wires

David Starich

August 15, 2023

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How to safely wire the motors, what to know about the wire colors, and more.

Mold Remediation in HVAC Units: Dealing with Hurricane Flooding

Sue Hoffmann

July 29, 2023

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Taking the time to do the job thoroughly always beats rushing through it and finding that the mold has continued to grow beneath the surface, creating an even more significant problem in the long run.

Pressure Testing A System With Dry Nitrogen

This effective method verifies a system is leak-free

Joe Marchese

July 18, 2023

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Pressure testing a system with dry nitrogen can be a very effective method of verifying a system is leak-free.

Survey: Most Indiana Homeowners Unprepared for HVAC Emergencies

July 17, 2023

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The survey was designed to find out how proactive Hoosier homeowners are at keeping their HVAC and plumbing systems running properly, and whether they are prepared for the often unexpected and costly repairs needed if maintenance isn’t regularly performed.