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HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Bryan Orr
HVAC
Heat Pumps
Refrigeration Systems
Oil Management
A2L Refrigerants
Learning Techniques
Hot Deck and Cold Deck Systems
Rack Refrigeration
HVAC Tools
HVAC Industry
Compressor Maintenance
Supermarket Refrigeration
Women In HVAC
Education
Training and Education
Passive Oil System
Active Oil System
Direct Expansion Cooling
American Wire Gauge
Energy Efficiency

Real training for HVAC ( Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Technicians. Including recorded tech training, interviews, diagnostics and general conversations about the trade.

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Latest Episodes

This comprehensive episode dives deep into one of the most critical yet misunderstood concepts in HVAC: balance point calculations for heat pump systems. Jim and Bryan break down the complexities of dual fuel systems, explaining why proper sizing and... more

In this short podcast episode, Bryan talks about history and HVAC science: how to dehumidify the air with a waterfall and how cold water became the first air conditioner.

In 1902, Willis Carrier worked for a printing company in Brooklyn, New York. ... more

In this comprehensive session, Eric Kaiser walks through the critical importance of establishing proper user requirements before making equipment purchases. Drawing from real-world experiences in the HVAC industry, he demonstrates how poor upfront pl... more

In this short podcast episode, Bryan explains the science behind a common HVAC simile: static pressure is like blood pressure. He covers the similarities and differences between measuring static pressure during a service call or maintenance and a doc... more

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Recent Guests

Tim De Stasio
Consultant specializing in comfort consultations and performance testing
Comfort Science Solutions
Episode: How To Be a REAL Comfort Consultant
Bill Nowicki
Longtime expert and veteran of nuclear energy, previously with the nuclear navy.
Episode: What to Do in a Nuke Disaster - W/ Bill Nowicki
Roman Baugh
VRF and VRV subject matter expert, member of the leadership team at Kalos
Kalos
Episode: Keys to VRF Maintenance w/ Roman
David Schurk
National Sales Manager for Innovative Air Technologies with extensive experience in dehumidification solutions.
Innovative Air Technologies
Episode: Cold Coil vs. Desiccant Dehumidification
Sharon Goepferich
Currently with Cool Air Technologies, has been in the HVAC industry for about 10 years, focusing on capacitors and related components.
Cool Air Technologies
Episode: Intro to The Sigma Capacitor
Jennifer Butch
Director of Regulatory Affairs at Copeland
Copeland
Episode: What's up with Refrigerant & System Regulations w/ Copeland
Bert Jesse Testerman
Head trainer at Kalos
Kalos
Episode: Compressor Ohm Mistakes w/ Bert
JD Kelly
HVAC educator and contributor of content
Episode: Superheat Talk w/ JD Kelly
David Richardson
Speaker from the National Comfort Institute, expert in high-performance HVAC contracting
National Comfort Institute
Episode: The PATH to High Performance HVAC w/ David Richardson

Host

Bryan Orr
Host and experienced HVAC technician sharing insights and training material for HVAC professionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Excellent Education & Entertaining

    Currently an apprentice and it’s nice to have someone pass on HVAC hacks while not being a hack

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gizmo mōmō
    United Statesa month ago
  • New here

    Just started an HVAC program a short time ago. Found first episode very helpful and informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buz Lee
    United States5 months ago
  • Hvac school

    Thank you for doing all these podcasts. Because of hvac school and all the content creators out there i am definitely ahead of the pack. Thank you for making me better at what i do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aslen Jarnesky
    United States5 months ago
  • Remembering what I don’t know

    Awesome content love the Q+A sessions!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jadendh12
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Stuff

    Like the stuff in the cans, this podcast expands my horizons! It keeps me loving, or reminds me why I love, HVAC. White Shirt - Manifesto is spot on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hvac Tech Talk
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the wealth of information provided, highlighting both its practical applications and the engaging presentation style of the hosts.
The content is often described as a crucial tool for those new to the HVAC field, with many noting the ease of digesting complex concepts. Overall, the feedback reflects a strong recommendation for technicians at all experience levels.

Chart Rankings

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#26
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#28
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#238
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#56
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#91
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#93
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Talking Points

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What are User Requirements? w/ ELK
Q: How can misunderstanding user requirements affect purchasing decisions?
Misunderstanding user requirements can lead to purchasing equipment that fails to meet operational needs, resulting in additional costs and wasted time.
What are User Requirements? w/ ELK
Q: What are user requirements?
User requirements are the specific needs and functionalities that a tool or solution must fulfill to meet the user's expectations effectively.
How To Be a REAL Comfort Consultant
Q: How do you prepare clients for your in-depth comfort consultations?
I send them a short YouTube video explaining what to expect during a comfort consultation to ensure they're prepared for an involved process.
How To Be a REAL Comfort Consultant
Q: What is comfort consulting and how is it different from traditional HVAC service calls?
Comfort consulting goes beyond equipment checks by evaluating the entire home as a system, addressing air quality and performance issues through testing and ethical selling.
What to Do in a Nuke Disaster - W/ Bill Nowicki
Q: What is the new recommendation around what happens if you have a nuclear hit, you have some radiation?
The new advice is to shelter-in-place but run your AC, just don't bring in outdoor air.

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Focusing on the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) industry, the content often features training resources, expert insights, and practical advice tailored for both new and experienced technicians. Topics span various areas including moisture control, HVAC system design, entrepreneurship, and educational pathways in the trade. Unique features include a blend of technical discussions enhanced by personal anecdotes from industry professionals, which aims to create an engaging and informative experience for listeners.

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Recent guests on HVAC School include:

1. Tim De Stasio
2. Bill Nowicki
3. Roman Baugh
4. David Schurk
5. Sharon Goepferich
6. Jennifer Butch
7. Bert Jesse Testerman
8. JD Kelly

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