Lenny Diaddario

I’ve heard a lot about clocking gas meters over the years, and honestly, in Florida, there isn’t too much call for heat. There are even fewer furnaces. I was pleasantly surprised when I found out how easy it actually is to clock the gas meter. Here is how you do it, step by step: Make […]

When I started in the trade in 1999, there were still many oilable blower motors in service. As part of the maintenance, we would remove the housing and oil the motor. We would also vacuum the motor and wipe it down. Before you pull the blower, shut off the power at the breaker or disconnect, […]

I’ve always opposed the practice of grabbing a hub puller as the first method of removing a blower. The video below by Brad Hicks with HVAC in SC on YouTube demonstrates the exact method I use to safely remove a blower wheel without damaging anything. Thanks, Brad! The Steps Kill the power. Pull the blower […]

 In this episode of the HVAC School Podcast, host Bryan sits down with Lenny from Copeland to explore how one of the most respected names in HVAC and refrigeration is actively investing in the next generation of technicians. Lenny leads Copeland’s aftermarket demand creation efforts, which includes everything from working with wholesale networks and […]

 This podcast episode focuses on the critical shortage of HVACR technicians and installers across the industry. The hosts discuss the massive gap that exists, with estimates of nearly 200,000 open roles expected in the next few years. They are joined by Lenny Diaddario from Copeland’s contractor services department and Chris Harris from the educational […]