While some contractors are proceeding with caution when it comes to smart home automation products, further training and awareness may force their hands sooner than later. HVAC Residential Market
What was once old has been made new and energy efficient — at least in the case of retired Detroit firefighter Frank Polk’s home, which is being featured on the latest season of PBS’ “This Old House.” Residential HVAC
Teaching the next generation of HVAC technicians is an ever-evolving task. New products with advanced features are constantly released, classroom instruction methods are developed, student behavior changes, and no two students learn at the same pace. However difficult the task may seem, HVAC Excellence is poised to lead the charge via its 2017 National HVAC Educators and Trainers [...]
The 2017 IE3 Show, held March 20-22 in Nashville, Tennessee, welcomed a record-breaking number of attendees this year, drawing in people from all throughout the country. Featuring 26 workshop sessions that included both roundtable discussions with industry veterans and ask the expert sessions where contractors could ask professionals questions on varying issues, the show was quite an [...]
The J-IIS variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology is designed for smaller residential, multi-housing, and light commercial uses with equipment available in 3- and 4-ton sizes. HVAC Residential Market
The Energy Star-rated EZ98-DV and EZ111-DV (Energy Factor: 0.97) are high-efficiency, condensing, tankless water heaters. The EZ98-DV has a maximum input of 180,000 Btuh and a maximum flow rate of 9.8 gallons per minute (gpm), making it generally suitable for homes with up to three baths. HVAC Residential Market
A few months ago, I wrote a Duct Dynasty article on the ideal duct system. The most frequent comments and questions I received about this article were regarding branch takeoffs. So, I thought it would be fun to take a deeper look at branch duct takeoffs and how to overcome some of the most common problems associated with them. HVAC Residential Market
The Luxaire Acclimate Variable Capacity Residential Systems from Johnson Controls Inc. are high-efficiency residential systems with built-in advanced charge monitoring. This quick and accurate means of measuring refrigerant charge saves contractors time. HVAC Residential Market
While organizations that spend the most money will always gain favor in the marketplace, modern data analytics systems are now allowing suppliers to look at customers differently. HVAC Residential Market
Mold can be found everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. However, it’s usually not a problem until it begins growing indoors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, exposure to mold can cause a number of health effects and symptoms, including allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory complaints. Mold can be a serious issue if left untreated, which is [...]
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