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What Is Geothermal HVAC and How Does It Work?

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When it comes to environmentally friendly HVAC systems, geothermal heat pumps are a promising and increasingly popular option. Baby boomer customers are attracted to the energy savings geothermal HVAC systems offer. Millennials consider going geothermal because it’s better for the planet. 1 In fact, geothermal is expected to supply 10 to 20 percent of the […]

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Graduate Connections – Meet Louis Orlando

Louis, age 34 from Kansas City, MO, lives in Prescott Valley, AZ. He graduated from the six month Refrigeration Technologies program in November 2017. A married father of two boys, Louis endured a daily 3 hour 10 minute round trip commute to attend RSI. Tell us about your life before HVAC. My parents owned nightclubs […]

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HVAC Professional Conduct and Code of Ethics

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As an HVAC technician, you obviously need to have technical expertise. You may also need good “soft” skills like interpersonal skills, especially when you work closely with customers. Depending on your range of responsibilities, business acumen and administrative knowledge may be vital, too. Another aspect that is very important in HVAC is overall professional ethics. […]

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Winter HVAC Maintenance Checklist

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Winter is coming and that means it is time to check if your HVAC system is ready to handle the cooling temperatures. Homeowners who make sure that their HVAC units are maintained can lessen their chances of having costlier problems should the units stop working properly. Fall is the ideal time to have a contractor […]

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Basic HVAC/R Terminology

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As with any field, HVAC/R industry has its own terminology. Here are some terms you will become more familiar with. HVAC/R Terminology “HVAC/R” is an abbreviation for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Here is the breakdown of specific terminology that falls in each category of HVAC/R. Heating Heating: The addition of energy to cause […]

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Electrician Tools of the Trade

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When you turn on the lights each morning, you have electricians to thank. These professionals keep homes, businesses, and industries powered with the electricity that’s essential to accomplishing everyday activities. They couldn’t make all of this possible without their tools and skills. So, what are those tools and skills that electricians have? What Do Electricians […]

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What Is Welding?

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When you drive to work everyday, open your computer, or even watch a NASCAR race, you probably don’t think about welding, but the process plays an integral role in all three of these things. In fact, more than 50 percent of U.S. products use welding. 1 What exactly is welding? Read on to discover more […]

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