What Makes a Good HVAC Professional?
When going through HVAC jobs training, you learn pretty much everything there is to know about the world of HVAC. But one thing that is often overlooked is how to have the right temperament and demeanor in the way you approach the job and deal with clients. While anyone can troubleshoot a problem in a ...
Where to get an HVAC Certification or Associate’s Degree
If you’re looking to get an HVAC job, you’ll need to complete a certification program (at the very least). These usually take one year of study to complete and can open up the door to HVAC job opportunities. You can receive even better HVAC job training and education by getting your HVAC Associate’s Degree instead ...
Ride the Wave of Geothermal Heating and Cooling!
What exciting times we in the HVAC community are living in. As we detailed in our last post, the increased demand in weatherization is bringing in new business for HVAC companies across the country. While it is an excellent idea for those going through HVAC training to educate themselves on the process of weatherization, it isn’t the only thing that those looking for HVAC jobs would be wise to brush up on. The demand for geothermal heating and cooling is growing by leaps and bounds, so make sure you’re a member of the “in” crowd for this interesting HVAC craze.
The Air Conditioner – A Primer
So How Does An Air Conditioner Work? The air conditioner – it’s perfect for relief from a hot summer’s day and we are all familiar with the refreshingly cool end result. While air conditioners come in all shapes and sizes, they all rely on the same principle – the refrigeration cycle. As the name implies, ...
What to Expect in Your HVAC Training Program
Sitting on the fence? Not quite sure if you should take the plunge into a fresh start as an HVAC technician? If the only thing holding you back from signing up for HVAC training courses is not quite knowing what to expect from the program, take a look at this overview of classes. See what ...
HVAC Training Tip of the Week: Metal Shavings
Metal shavings. They are pesky, they are messy, and when you’re working as an HVAC tech, they are unavoidable.
HVAC Training Tip of the Week: Dealing with Wasps
So you are out in the field one day, doing routine maintenance on an apartment’s air conditioning unit. You take off the cover and suddenly– Bzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. In the surprised scramble to get away from a swarm of angry wasps/hornets/yellow jackets protecting their nest, you trip over tools and the unit’s cover, bump your head and ...
HVAC Debate: Central Air Versus a Window Unit
Yep. It’s that time of year again. Summer is just around the corner, and while right now we are basking in the warm sunny rays of spring, letting our bones thaw a little, there is a tiny nugget of dread roosting in the back of our minds.
Summer.
A great time of year, sure, but for those of us who live in the more sultry climates, summer also means humidity, and broiling sun, and dry grass, and stuffy bedrooms, and sweat dripping down our backs and into our waist bands. Lifers in Seattle, or San Francisco, or Portland, Oregon don’t quite understand what all the summertime fuss is about. I certainly didn’t until I spent four years in New England. And I’ll tell ya, when your smooshed into a subway during commuting hours and arrive home with your shirt dripping and briny, the sound of that big window unit pumping away is heavenly music. Angels. Cherubs. Blessed saints. Believe me.
Air conditioning, generally speaking, comes in two forms: central air and air conditioners.
3 Qualities You Need to Be An HVAC Pro
You’re thinking about a career in HVAC.
You may have even researched HVAC training programs in your area.
But before signing up, there is something in the back of your mind, questioning if it is the right move for you.
Having a passion for and an interest in the HVAC industry is imperative to liking your job and being successful. If you’re already there, but are still looking for that last nudge in the right direction, here are three qualities that you should have to secure your future as an HVAC pro.
Heads Up: HVACR & Plumbing Instructor Workshop
We write a lot about HVAC training, shedding light on tips, facts and industry trends to help you get a leg up in the HVAC industry. But what about the industry experts doing the teaching? There is a huge network of teachers, counselors, manufacturers, and advisers who work together, ensuring that the HVAC training you receive is up-to-date and complete. Events like the AHR Expo, which we have been touting for the past couple of weeks, are the perfect venues for industry colleagues to keep up with the current conversation.
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