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Any HVAC technician worth their salt will tell you that HVAC equipment doesn’t create cold energy. Rather, it transfers thermal (heat) energy from one location to another. Heat flows from areas of high temperature to areas of low temperature, according to the Second Law of Thermodynamics. The HVAC system is responsible for reversing this natural […]

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We love our conveniences like air conditioning and lighting—so much so that we’re willing to spend money on them. And we spend a lot of money on energy. The average home spends about $2,000 on energy per year. 1 Is spending so much money on energy really necessary? We don’t think so. Homeowners and business […]

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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is looking for contractors who want to learn all about best practices in HVAC design and installation. 1 As an Energy Star contractor, you can connect to leaders in the building industry. Becoming credentialed with an Energy Star program can also help you stand out among your competitors. 2 What […]

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Energy efficiency and air quality are becoming increasingly important, and air filters play an important role. Most people understand the importance of changing them regularly to keep their units running properly and to remove contaminants in the air, but they may not know the different types. A professional with HVAC training can help customers decide […]

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After you complete your HVAC education and enter the field as a technician, one of the most common questions you might receive from customers, is when to repair or replace aging HVAC equipment. In winter, customers are usually concerned about their furnaces. There are several factors influencing how long a furnace lasts. 1 The International […]

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Soon you will finish your HVAC training and enter the field. Depending on where you work, you could make service calls to customers’ homes. Since customers often assume the appearance and professionalism of a technician is a reflection of the company and the technician’s skills, it’s important for you to make a good first impression. […]

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The job outlook for HVAC technicians is expected to increase significantly during the next decade, which is excellent news for those with aspirations of entering the field. 1 However, as heating and cooling systems technology continues to become more complex, industry professionals need to develop their skills accordingly. The BLS reports that employers sometimes prefer candidates with technical […]

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