AHR Expo - HVAC School

Don’t miss HVACR’s essential event – AHR Expo heads to Orlando!
AHR Expo Orlando is your opportunity to experience the latest updates, product advancements, best practices and industry trends heading to market in the year ahead. It’s a comprehensive showcase of the industry’s leading manufacturers – all standing ready to introduce you to products and solutions that solve workplace problems and boost your professional development. It’s the most efficient way to learn about everything new directly from the experts. You’ll have a chance to engage in dialogue and share experiences with professionals from across the industry. Gain access to interdisciplinary network contacts and level up in your career by expanding beyond your typical day-to-day interactions. Our New Product Theaters, located right on the show floor, give you a 20 minute look into more than 200 products and technologies that you’ll find in booths. Podcast Pavilion will showcase the industry’s top talent as they interview professionals and dive into real issues and topics affecting today’s market. In the 2025 education program we’ll explore trending topics in all sectors of the industry including AI & controls, decarbonization, plumbing & hydronics, heat pumps, refrigerants, workforce development, business & professional growth, and much more. Registration is free and grants you access to everything HVACR – professionals, products, perspectives and more. Don’t miss the chance to experience all things HVACR at the industry’s most comprehensive gathering of the year!

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HVAC School – For Techs, By Techs

Real training for HVAC ( Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) Technicians. Including recorded tech training, interviews, diagnostics and general conversations about the trade.

This episode of the HVAC School podcast dives deep into the often-overlooked but critical topic of water issues in HVAC systems. Bryan and Bert discuss the various causes of water leaks and condensation problems, and they explain how to prevent them. They emphasize that water damage is not an inevitable part of HVAC systems and that with proper attention to detail and understanding of the underlying causes, most issues can be prevented.

“Spidey Sense” refers to a heightened situational awareness that allows technicians to anticipate and prevent water-related problems. Common water-related problems include drain backups, improper trap depth, and freezing issues, and Bryan and Bert provide practical advice on how to identify and address these problems. The conversation also covers the importance of proper installation techniques, including the correct placement of float switches, insulation of copper lines, and the pitching of secondary drain pans.

Bryan and Bert highlight the need for technicians to think critically about the root causes of water issues rather than relying on quick fixes or common misconceptions. They debunk myths such as thermostats being set too low and causing freezing, and they emphasize the importance of addressing underlying airflow problems. They also discuss the challenges of condensation in humid climates and the importance of setting proper customer expectations.

Key topics covered in the podcast include:

Common causes of water leaks in HVAC systems
The importance of proper drain installation and maintenance
Freezing issues and their real causes
Secondary drain pan installation and common mistakes
The role of static pressure in drainage problems
Condensation issues on outdoor units and in humid climates
The importance of proper insulation for copper lines and drains
Best practices for installing and connecting float switches
Debunking myths about thermostat settings causing freezing
The need for critical thinking and thorough investigation of water issues

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