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Deliver comfort, safety, health, and energy efficiency using proven testing methods and documented results.
High-Performance professionals are craftsmen who rely on field measurements to diagnose system problems and identify solutions. Once the problems are resolved, they repeat the measurements to prove the system works as promised
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Identify Potential CO Issues with These Four Draft Pressure Tests
Draft pressure testing is one of the underrated measurements used to identify potential CO issues. Contractors who attend NCI’s Combustion Performance and CO Safety class learn about four draft pressure tests they can use right after class to help identify safety...
How Trade Organizations Strengthen Your Brand
In today’s HVAC market, a strong brand isn’t built by advertising alone — it’s built on trust, credibility, and consistent proof that you do what you say you’ll do. For DiFilippo’s Service Company, that foundation has come from more than just our work ethic. It comes...
Branding that Sticks: How to Make Your Company Unforgettable
Let me start by saying that in our industry, the contractor is the brand. Not the equipment, not the logo, not the fancy slogan. You. People buy from people they trust. They want to do business with someone they like, someone they’ve met, someone who feels real — not...
Stop the Suck: Diagnose Imbalances Before They Cause Trouble
When we talk about home performance, pressure rarely gets top billing — but it should. Pressure imbalances quietly undermine comfort, efficiency, and safety. They’re often overlooked, especially in homes that “look fine” on the surface. But once you start measuring,...
Working for the Future of HVAC Education and Community Building
As the founder of HVAC School and the HVACR Training Symposium, I’ve seen firsthand how real education and community can transform our industry. What started as a simple idea — to create a space where HVAC professionals could learn from one another — has grown into a...
Evolving Through Education: Building a Team of HVAC Heroes
During the Great Recession (2007-2009), our HVAC company faced a harsh reality: the new construction market we relied on was collapsing. Builders were going bankrupt, leaving us with hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid invoices. We had to pivot — and fast....
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Behind the Measurements: Talking Air Balancing with Scott Fielder
This week, Adam sits down with Scott Fielder from Evergreen Telemetry for a conversation about commercial air balancing, field measurement, and the stories behind Evergreen’s innovative tools. If you’ve ever thought about getting into commercial air balancing, this episode is for you.
A Deep Dive with Ed Janowiak (ACCA’s Manager of HVAC Design Education)
In this episode, we sit down with Ed Janowiak to explore his journey of measuring heat pump performance. Ed shares how he first began exploring airflow and BTU calculations, and how the same challenges contractors face today were already present decades ago. We also cover practical ways to measure coefficient of performance and quick diagnostic tests that can give valuable insights into system health. Whether you’re a veteran or just getting started, Ed’s perspective shows why mastering the fundamentals of measurement is the key to solving comfort issues that never seem to go away.
Dominating Your Market
At the NCI Summit, we sat down with Brian Wright and Axle Romero to learn how they’ve used advanced diagnostics to set their company apart. From solving tough comfort problems to tackling serious health concerns, they share their journey in becoming the go-to choice in their market. This conversation is packed with real-world lessons for contractors who want to grow their reputation, deliver measurable results, and raise the bar for high-performance HVAC.