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Upton, MA
An ongoing topic of contention between HVAC Contractors, and well themselves, is the correct outdoor design temperatures in cooling & heating when calculatin...
HVAC Equipment Sizing limits are not just a code nuisance; Chris tells a quick story about why we need sizing limits and what could happen without them...
"Semper Fi, Matt! Yes, very unfortunate that we have widespread non-compliance. You will find most new construction covered due to building permit requirements (accuracy will vary), but most retrofits go with some ridiculous thoughts on rules of…"
This is a fast-paced, recorded webinar (12/31/20) where Chris covers the basics of ACCA Manual J and elements of a Site Survey.1. I’m too busy , What does this mean to me?2. (4) Details that impact your Heat Loss & Heat Gain the most3. Sample Manual…
"Thanks for the heads up Diane! I submitted a couple HVAC options this evening..."
In case you missed it, I started the New Year offering free access to my Site Survey Form to my social media contacts and email Subscribers! Thanks for following HVAC Pro Blog!!!http://ow.ly/YQfn50xL9fO
With an ever increasing focus in the Northeast on Heat Pump technology, strategic electrification, reducing consumer carbon footprint and utility bills, all while increasing the comfort of the home, the system design process is paramount. I can say…
HVAC Pro Blog I was fortunate to sit front row at a popular concert this past weekend with my wife, and the experience really got me thinking. When I was 17 years old, I was working three jobs, and I saw this same band. I vividly remember…
"Hi Chris!
I just happened to come across your question after I posted my most recent blog - Mitsubishi Ductless happens to be my specialty (and full-time job)!
That condenser is pre-charged for 98' of pipe.
Each zone can be a max 82' from the…"
I just happened to come across your question after I posted my most recent blog - Mitsubishi Ductless happens to be my specialty (and full-time job)!
That condenser is pre-charged for 98' of pipe.
Each zone can be a max 82' from the…"
After a recent successful post on LinkedIn, where I was promoting the hiring of apprentices from our Vocational Schools, I decided to do a bit of research that should not be too surprising to those of us within the HVAC and Plumbing industries. If…
During the sales process, it is inevitable warranty periods will be raised. I remember raving about how the latest and greatest HVAC product led the industry with the longest warranty period. Very often this only lasted a short period of time as…
Imagine this: you go out to your local entertainment big-box store and purchase the top of the line “HUMONGOUS” television. When you get home, you don’t think anything about it and just go ahead plugging it directly into the wall socket,…
"Great points Bob! Can I ask where you are located? Here in MA, our utility providers have a tiered structure to charge more when using more...I guess it depends on when, or even if, you have a peak demand problem in your locale. These demand…"
UPDATED: Break Even COP’s for MAHow do you know if you should install a ductless mini-split, or upgrade your air-conditioner to a heat-pump and create a dual-source application during replacement this Winter? I have been asked this countless times…
