HVAC Know It All Podcast

Hydronic Furnaces w/Steve Bagshaw

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Steve Bagshaw from iFLOW HVAC about air handlers with hydronic coils installed and fed by boilers. These are becoming common in dual fuel ...

Sheet Metal Basics: For The Service Tech w/Craig Migliaccio

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Craig Migliaccio from AC Service Tech about sheet metal basics, especially for the service tech. https://getjobber.com/hvacknowitall Save ...

Evolution Of An HVAC Business Ep. 4: Cash Flow

09 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Your new HVAC business will need cash flow to fund expenses. Where does the cash flow come from? What do we do with actual cash money when the tax man...

Boiler Basics: Maintenace and Troubleshooting

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Got together with Tony Furst from Armstrong Fluid Technology to discuss boiler basics, maintenance and troublshooting. Cintas Link http://www.cintas.c...

Wall Mount Boiler: A Basic Design w/Matthew Reid

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We deep dive into a basic wall mount boiler design with Matthew Reid from Equipco. We discuss in-floor radiant heat paired with a hydronic coil/air ha...

Process Steam w/Russ Hotrum

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak with Russ Hotrum from Armstrong Fluid Technologies about process steam. We cover how it's used and in what industries. Cintas Link http://www...

Buidling A Brand (TruTechTools) w/ Bill Spohn

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this dual podcast swap, we speak to Bill Spohn about how he bought into and built up TruTech Tools. Bill also interviews myself on how I built the ...

Evolution Of An HVAC Business Ep3: Your Customer Base

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In order to run an HVAC/R business, you need customers. Where do you get them? https://getjobber.com/hvacknowitall Save 8% on your purchase https://ww...

Dual Fuel And Zoning w/Ben Poole

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Ben Poole aka @hvactactical about dual fuel and zoning, the systems his company installs and services. Cintas Link http://www.cintas.com/HV...

Indoor Air Quality - Live At CMPX w/Kevin R. Hart, Aaron Engel and Ed Carney

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I had a great panel of indoor air quality experts on this live episode at CMPX. Cintas Link http://www.cintas.com/HVACKnowItAll Save 8% on your purcha...

Humidification and De-Humidification Deep Dive w/Brett Phillips

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We talk with Brett Phillips from AprilAire about humidification and dehumidification and take a deep dive into this important IAQ factor. Let's discus...

Evolution Of An HVAC Business Ep 2: Choosing A Vehicle

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're staring your own HVAC business, you’ll need vehicle. There are many, truck? Van? How do you decide. Let's discuss! Save 8% on your purchas...

5 Minutes To Be A Better Tech w/Matt Waxer and Ilija Martinovich

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I sat down with Matt and Ilija to discuss what it takes to be a better HVAC tech. Save 8% on your purchase https://www.trutechtools.com/ with promo co...

Advancement In Tool Technology - Live at CMPX w/Paul Schubert, Andy Hughes and Jeremy Torra

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Paul, Andy and Jeremy about new tool technology and the resistance that comes with. We cover everything from R and D to battery operated t...

Evolution Of An HVAC Business Ep.1: The Decision

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I just started my own HVAC Business, McCreadie HVAC and Refrigeration Services Inc. I want to document the things I've learned and will learn to help ...

Why Heat Pumps? w/Peter Wolff

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss carbon tax, rising fuel prices, CO2 as a refrigerant in heatpumps and of course electrification. TruTech Tools 15 year anniversary giveaway...

Ladies Of The Trade - Live At CMPX w/Jessica Bannister, Shawna Peddle and Brandi Ference

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The female presence in the HVAC/R trade is getting stronger each day. We speak to some awesome ladies of trade about their experiences. Save 8% on you...

Building Performance - Live At CMPX w/ Bob Tonner, Aaron Bond and Brent Lammert

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

First of four live shows tackled budiling performance. We got perspectives from Brent Lammert, Aaron Bond and Bob Tonner and their thoughts on budilin...

InnoFlue Vent Pipe w/Matthew Pryce and Michael Sokaris

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I was invited onto the Mechanical Room podcast hosted by Matthew Pryce and Michael Sokaris. I also interviewed them on their innovative vent pipe syst...

Steam Heat w/Tony Furst

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Tony Furst of Armstrong Fluid Technology about steam heating and how it works. Save 8% on your purchase https://www.trutechtools.com/ with...

Advantages Of Attending A Trade Show w/Melissa Arnott

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Show Division Vice President of Newcom Media, Melissa Arnott, about the advantages of attending a trade show. Get your free pass to CMPX w...

Water Cooled Systems Using Coaxial Coils

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick podcast discussing water cooled systems and coaxial coils. Cooling Tower Podcast https://anchor.fm/hvacknowitall/episodes/Cooling-Tower-Maintena...

Air Filtration Deep Dive w/Chris Howells

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Chris Howells from Aprilaire and dive deep into air filtration, covering MERV ratings, static pressure difference and Hepa filters. Save 8...

Geothermal: The Next Generation w/ Andrei Hari and Adam Alaica

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I discuss geothermal applications for residential subdivisions and high rise buildings with Andrei Hari from Armstrong Fluid Technology and Adam Alaic...

Binary vs. Analog Control

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick podcast on binary vs analog control and the difference between them.

Emergency Service w/Brian Hamilton

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Brian Hamilton from Armstrong Fluid Technology about handing emergency serivce and ways to avoid it. NiceJob for reputation marketing http...

Struggles And Triumphs Of Small Town HVACing w/Brad Kleven

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I speak with HVAC business owner, Brad Kleven, about what it's like to run an HVAC business in a small town. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://...

Load Calculations and Equipment Selection w/Alex Meaney

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Enter the rabbit hole of load calculations and equipment design. I get to chat with Alex Meaney, owner of Mean HVAC Consulting and Design LLC. NiceJob...

Thermal Imaging in HVACR w/Brent Lammert

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brent Lammert from Hikmicro sits down to talk thermal imaging, thermal cameras and how they can be utilized in the HVACR trade. Brent also explains em...

High Pressure Switch Setting

22 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This quick podcast was extracted from a video and discusses high pressure switch settings and types of high pressure switches. https://youtu.be/9IwCk2...

Mens Health w/Mike Mayberry (HVAC Refer Guy)

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mike revealed a health concern publicly on social media, I wanted to have this conversation with him to bring awareness to health and men's health in ...

Residential Duct Sizing w/Dr. Allison Bailes

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let's forget "rules of thumb" for a minute and listen to Dr. Allison Bailes on how to properly size a duct in a residential application. First article...

Sales Scripts Are Not The Solution

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

To say that I get a little frustrated with companies that put their techs through sales training rather than technical training is 100% true. If a tec...

Remote Testing And Diagnostics Of HVAC Equipment w/Bob Tonner

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Bob Tonner, CEO of Aviexx, about remote testing and diagnostics of HVAC equipment using the Aviexx platform. NiceJob for reputation market...

Merry Christmas HVACers!

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I just wanted to send out a heart felt holiday greeting to all the great HVACers out there! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Safe and happy holiday...

On Site Pump Maintenance, Service and Pump Curve Troubleshooting w/Joe Tibando

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Joe about on site service and maintenance of pumps and shaft seals. We also talk pump curves and how to use them for troubleshooting purpo...

Blower Door Testing w/Sam Myers

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Sam Myers from Retrotec regarding blower door testing and how it can help determine buidling infiltration rate and assist in proper load c...

Flame Rectification And How To Check A Flame Signal

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss flame rectification and how it works. Check out this video explaining how to check flame a flame signal. https://youtu.be/gV7vjjtpJ5c. Chec...

Home Performance w/Nate Adams

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Home performance seems to be a growing niche in the HVAC industry. It utilizes the concept of science to design, maintain, and remedy chronic comfort ...

Pillars Of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We cover the pillars of indoor air quality (IAQ). Check out this detailed article. https://www.hvacknowitall.com/blogs/blog/670018-indoor-air-monitori...

Refrigeration Mentorship w/Trevor Matthews

25 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We catch up with Trevor on his new journey, teaching refrigeration and mentoring technicians. https://refrigerationmentor.com/ NiceJob for reputation ...

Ethical HVAC Sales

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A quick episode on ethical HVAC sales, and how to build customer relationships.

Process Chillers w/Martin King

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we speak with Martin King of https://www.processchilleracademy.com/. We discuss what a process chiller is and how it works. NiceJob fo...

Heat Pumps and Reversing Valves

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A short but detailed discussion on heat pumps and reversing valves. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Ventilation and Energy Recovery w/Brian Stinnett

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak with Brian Stinnett from Oxygen8, an ERV manufacturer based in Vancouver, BC, about the importance of ventilation and energy recovery inside ...

The HVAC Consultant w/ Tim DeStasio

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Great conversation with Tim DeStasio from Southern Comfort Consulting And Service on how he chose his career path and his dediction to HVAC excellence...

HVAC Motor Discussion w/Chris Beaton and Cory Soetaert

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We chat with Chris and Cory from emotorsdirect.ca about some different motors commonly used in the HVAC industry and how they function. NiceJob for re...

Net Zero Emissions by 2050 w/Roberto Bosco

23 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To reduce carbon emmisons, manufacturers in the HVAC industry have been tasked to provide more efficient equipment to help reach net zero by 2050. Nic...

Providing HVAC Tech Support w/Bryan Johnson

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We catch up with Bryan Johnson from Bluon to discuss their tech support platform through the Bluon app. We share tech support stories that have helped...

Controlling IAQ Devices w/Ben Reed

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we speak to Ben Reed from Haven IAQ about controlling IAQ devices using Haven's Central Control Monitor. NiceJob for reputation market...

Why Do Evaporators Freeze?

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this short podcast we discuss why evaporators in air conditioning applications freeze. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Economizer Basics

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk economizer basics...Dampers, actuator, sensors and controller. If you know the components and theory behind them, economizers are not as in...

Design Envelope Pump Control - Equipment Giveaway w/Mohit Kant

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak with Mohit Kant from Armstrong Fluid Technologies regarding the Design Envelope Pump Controller and the current giveaway to get it into the h...

HVAC Longevity or the "Manly" Approach?

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this quick micro podcast we discuss why the "manly" approach isn't always the best approach for health and physical longevity in the trade. NiceJob...

HVAC Execution

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

To be the best at your craft, the HVAC tech/installer must apply a great deal of execution and confidence. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://ni...

HVAC Install Life w/Jeff Demassari

11 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Jeff Demassari about his life as an HVAC install tech and his passion to perfect the little details. NiceJob for reputation marketing https...

Love and Marriage...and HVACing w/Ronnie and Katrina Roberts

05 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Ronnie and Katrina Roberts, owners of Heritage Air in Texas, about their life together running a business, and also running service and ins...

Bearing, Pulley and Blower Wheel Changes

28 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast we talk bearing, pulley and blower wheel changes. These jobs can get difficult, especially in the removal process. I speak on my exper...

VRF vs. Hydronics w/Kazi Nasir

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Kazi Nasir from Armstrong Fluid Technologies chats with us about VRF vs. Hydronics in today's current landscape in the HVAC industry....

The State Of The Industry Round Table w/Andrew A Portelli Matthew Showers and Jamie Christensen

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about the current state of the HVAC and Refrigeration industry on a few levels. Pay, training, equipment and tools are some of the main topics...

Boiler, Chiller and Cooling Tower Maintenance Considerations w/Tony Furst and Peter Wolff

01 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Tony and Peter from Armstrong Fluid Technology join us for a round table discussion on hydronic maintenance of boilers, chillers and cooling towers. D...

Geothermal And The Electrification Of Homes And Buildings w/Jeff Hunter

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to Jeff Hunter from Evolved Thermal Energy about the benefits of geothermal space conditioning and the electrification of buildings and homes...

White-Rodgers All-Spark Universal Ignition Control w/Austin Cibulka

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

White-Rodgers recently released their new universal ignition control, the All-Spark. We talk to Austin Cibulka about the control and its benefits. Nic...

Shaft Alignment w/Tony Furst

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We catch up with Tony Furst from Armstrong and talk pump shaft alignment and its importance. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io

Factors To Consider When Choosing Employment

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this podcast I role solo to talk about the many factors involved when choosing employment in HVAC/R and the skilled trades. NiceJob for reputation ...

Internal Scroll Compressor Protection w/Don Gillis

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Don Gillis from Emerson joins us to talk internal compressor protection, focusing on scroll compressors. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nice...

Reputation Marketing and Online Reviews To Grow Your Business w/Shawn Hill

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Shawn Hill from NiceJob about reputation marketing and online reviews and how they can help to grow your skilled trades business. NiceJob f...

The Ins And Outs Of Superheat w/Jamie Kitchen

11 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Jamie Kitchen from Danfoss. He schools us on superheat. NiceJob for reputation marketing https://nicejob.grsm.io.

Hydronic Circulators w/Peter Wolff

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Peter Wolff from Armstrong regarding hydronic circulators. We get Peter's take on circulators vs. pumps and circulator applications. NiceJo...

Compressor Pre Inspection

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Compressor pre inspection is super important before installation. Checking specs, winding resistance and oil charge are all important things that are ...

Building Retrofits - Hydronic Systems w/Mohit Kant

21 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Building retrofits will gain some traction in the coming years as the demand to go green gets stronger. We talk to Mohit Kant from Armstrong Fluid Tec...

Process of Refrigerant Leak Checking

12 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Let's talk about refrigerant leak checking, how to determine if there is a leak, how to find them and methods to fix them. Check out NiceJob for reput...

Supply House Life w/Darrell Tomie

08 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we speak to Darrell Tomie, branch director at the Master Group. We discuss supply house life and deep dive into what it's like having ...

Why Back Up Is Important With Critical Equipment

30 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I'm on the road on this episode, discussing equipment back up for critical enviroments and why it's important. Check out NiceJob https://nicejob.grsm....

Whole Home Indoor Air Monitoring w/Ben Reed

25 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Ben Reed VP of Products at Haven IAQ by Tzoa about whole home indoor air monitoring and how it can help choose the right IAQ solution. Chec...

Oil Failure Controls and Oil Return

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Oil failure controls are misunderstood in my experience and they rarely fail, it's usually an oil failure issue that causes them to trip. Here is the ...

Refrigeration Press Fittings w/Paul Schubert

17 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Schubert from Rapid Locking System joins us to talk about refrigeration press tools and press fittings.

Educating The Customer To Your Advantage

09 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you build rapport with a customer and consistently educate them on their building and equipment, it will provide you an advantage over the compet...

Vertical Grow Rooms w/Steven Landry

05 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I speak to Steven Landry from Cannabis Mechanical about his journey through the HVAC/R trade and his experience building vertical grow rooms.

Brain Injuries And The Trades w/Mark Foster

26 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I had an opportunity to get to know Mark and his wife Sonia on this episode. Mark has what's called Thalamic Cavernoma, a brain mass that ruptured fro...

Chiller Plant Optimization, What Is It? w/Andrei Hari

20 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Andrei Hari from Armstong about chiller plant optimization.

In House Hospital HVACing And A Side Hustle Educator w/Brandi Ferenc

13 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Great chat with Brandi on her move to an in house hospital HVAC and Refrigeration role. We also talk about her side gig as a part time educator in the...

Walk-In Box Condenser and Evaporator Location and Piping Considerations w/John Broughton

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Walk-in box design is super important for the operation and longevity of the system. On this episode we focus on placement of condensers, condensing u...

Hydronic Commissioning w/Tony Furst

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Great conversation with Tony Furst from Armstrong on hydronic commissioning, commissioning agents and final start up.

Tandem And Trio Compressor Sets w/Trevor Matthews

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor graces my presence once again to talk tandem and trio compressors sets and how they work.

Cooling Tower Maintenance w/Kevin Cherewaty

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I finally catch up with Kevin to talk cooling towers and tower maintenance.

A2L And Other Flammable Refrigerants w/Peter Capuciati and Bryan Johnson

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Interesting times await us with the changing regulations to refrigerants. We need to be in the know when it comes to their flammability and safety pre...

Blower Wheel Imbalance

12 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this micro podcast, I discuss blower wheel imbalance and how it can happen. Check out the short YouTube vid as well! https://youtu.be/JjKRnjNCgTg

Tools Invented By Technicians And Supco TradeFox w/Jim Adcox

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Adox from Supco tells us about the TradeFox brand, how it started and how it's helping technicians in the field bring their tool invention ideas t...

Ammonia Compliance And Jobs Gone Wrong w/Shane O'Connor

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to Shane about his experience in ammonia refrigeration over the last 20 years. Shane discusses his new ammonia compliance company and shares s...

Air Conditioning In Low Ambient Conditions

25 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Operating air conditioning in colder weather (low ambient) can have its challenges but it's doable if you have the correct knowledge and education to ...

From Croatian Plumber To German Trane Technician w/Marinko Kusenic

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Great story from Marinko on his journey as a plumber into HVAC. Marinko talks about a his burn out and hospitalization and how he recovered, moved to ...

Single Phase and Three Phase Compressor Electrics w/Trevor Matthews

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor Matthews from Emerson gets back on the podcast to talk three phase and single phase compressor electrics.

Skilled Trades Mobile Applications: Blue Collar Guru and HVAC Know It All

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast is a public service announcement to give an update on Blue Collar Guru and the HVAC Know It All App.

Control Voltage Transformers and How To Protect Them

08 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is very important to protect control voltage transformers with a fuse or breaker. If there is ever a short in a the low voltage circuit, the fuse o...

Industrial Refrigeration w/Joshua Rees

30 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We hooked up with Josh Rees to talk industrial refrigeration and the differences between it and HVAC. We talked about oil loss in screw chillers and f...

The Refrigeration Cycle Explained

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The refrigeration cycle is not the most exciting topic in the world and I kinda felt that while talking into the mic. However, the refrigeration cycle...

Parker Sporlan Zoom Lock Education w/Herb Schupp and Emily Morello

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I got the chance to learn about the Parker Sporlan Zoom Lock with Emily and Herb. Since I had never used the tool myself I had many questions. Herb an...

Hot Gas Defrost w/A Rapid Cycle Solenoid Valve

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A recent service call lead to me to a faulty rapid cycle solenoid valve used in hot gas defrost. The solenoid valve was slightly bypassing causing an ...

Compressor Overheat, Liquid Injection and CO2 Refrigerant w/Don Gillis

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Compressor overheat is the number one cause of compressor failure. We talk to Don Gillis from Emerson regarding this and we also get into a conversati...