HVAC Know It All Podcast
419 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 195 ratingsThe HVAC Know It All podcast is hosted by me, Gary McCreadie. These are my thoughts, my jobs, my tools....This is my HVAC life.
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Random HVAC Thoughts
May 10, 2019 13:08 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBI re-visit the HVAC sixth sense and discuss ways to troubleshoot without tools or gauges. Also, it's okay to make mistakes as long as you learn from them...Failure is not a thing, you either learn or succeed. Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code knowitall at check out. See link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com ...
Science of Leak Bubbles w/John Pastorello
May 04, 2019 13:11 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBOn this episode we speak to John Pastorello, CEO of Refrigeration Technologies about the science behind Big Blu soap bubbles and other products such as Nylog and Viper Wet Rag. Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code knowitall at check out. See preferred testo pricing link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles and tips. Check out the HVA...
Refrigerant Dangers w/Kevin Gleason
April 29, 2019 16:16 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBOn this episode we talk to HVAC veteran, Kevin Gleason about the dangers of refrigerant. Kevin also tells a story close to his own heart regarding a refrigerant huffing incident. Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code knowitall at check out. Check out the link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles and tips. ...
US Oil Embargo and How It Changed HVAC w/ Ian McTeer
April 20, 2019 00:58 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBOn this episode we speak to Ian, retired HVAC technician, about his article in HPAC magazine entitled, Hybrid Mechanical Systems: Here Comes the Future. After the US oil embargo...The HVAC industry, as it appears changed forever. Click the link to read Ian's article. https://www.hpacmag.com/features/hybrid-mechanical-systems-here-comes-the-future/ Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowital". Click the link to sign up for preferred Testo pricing. ...
From Trade School To Business Owners with/Illan Shpiro and Mike Galea
April 13, 2019 13:24 - 53 minutes - 50.1 MBOn this episode we talk to Illan and MIke about how they went from the construction industry to trade school to HVAC business owners. They give us insight on their success and struggles, real men, real HVAC real life. Save 8% on your tool purchases at https://www.trutechtools.com/ using promo code "knowitall" at check out. Sign up for preferred Testo pricing using this link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Check out Hou...
Vacuum Police, Filter Driers, King Valves and Troubleshooting Without a Meter
April 06, 2019 13:12 - 30 minutes - 29 MBOn this episode I'm flying solo. We discuss the making of the Vacuum Police, and discuss filter driers. Should we upsize them or run with the OEM replacement? The King valve only exists at one place on a system and finally I did a little troubleshooting without a multimeter. Happy HVACing! Save on your tool purchase with promo code "knowitall" at https://www.trutechtools.com at check out. See link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97t...
Digital Scroll Compressors w/Trevor Matthews
March 30, 2019 19:02 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBOn this episode we tackle Copeland Digital Scroll Compressors with Trevor Matthews from Emerson. We go over application, operation and troubleshooting tips. After listening, you should have a little more confidence with digital scrolls moving forward. Happy HVACing! Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code knowitall at check out. See below for preferred Testo link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K...
HVAC Strong w/Ben Thomson
March 23, 2019 11:46 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBWe talk to Ben about his early work as a draftsman in Scotland and how he moved on to the rigs and finally found himself HVACing in beautiful Vancouver British Columbia. Great conversation, Happy HVACing! Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code knowitall at check out. See link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for a...
HVAC Education and Saturation w/Rick Ruscigno
March 16, 2019 13:02 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBRick jumps back on the podcast to talk about his experience at the HVACR Educators and Trainers Conference. Rick explains a new teaching method he has implemented in the classroom and gives us the low down on saturation. Happy HVACing! Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit h...
Geothermal Heatpumps w/Brian Zimmerly
March 07, 2019 22:34 - 46 minutes - 43.5 MBOn this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast we speak to Brian Zimmerly from Dandelion Energy. They manufacture and install their own brand of geothermal heatpumps. They also embed their own controls into each cabinet. Great discussion and great learning opportunity, listen in. Happy HVACing! Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Testo pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe...
Those Journeyman Exams That Service Call Approach
March 01, 2019 21:01 - 39 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode I fly solo and speak about preparing for the journeyman exam. A health issue that was brought on by the stress of it all and how second guessing myself was a mistake. I also speak a on my approach to service calls and the mind set that's needed to diagnose problems. Happy HVACing! Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See preferred Testo pricing link below to save on Testo products. https://docs.google.com/forms/d...
It's A Controls Thing w/Rocky Hyatt
February 24, 2019 15:18 - 51 minutes - 47.9 MBIn this episode we link up with Rocky to bang out an HVAC controls conversation. We hit on important factors like inputs, outputs, network wiring and how to ground shielded cable properly, we also touch on PID loops and what they are. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your tool purchase https://www.trutechtools.com/ using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See below for preferred Testo pricing link. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4we...
Cannabis Grow Rooms A Mechanical Science w/Jake Anzaldua
February 17, 2019 16:53 - 50 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this episode, we speak with Jake Anzaldua from Grow Tech Systems in Colorado. We talk about his latest project, his background as a grower and some super cool branding that makes his installs pop. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Testo Pricing. *** https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform Visit https://www.hvacknowi...
Supermarket Rack Refrigeration w/Mario V. Gomez
February 10, 2019 14:10 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBOn this episode we chat with Mario Gomez about his experience with supermarket rack refrigeration. Many moving parts involved and many hours put in, this part of the industry will definitely put you to the test and challenge your inner HVAC tech. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com with promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Testo Pricing. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K...
Do You Want To Own An HVAC Business w/Josh Kelly
February 01, 2019 13:09 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBIn this episode we stray from technical conversation and discuss HVAC business ownership with Josh Kelly, whose family owns Parker and Sons in Arizona. Josh also talks about his review platform that allows businesses to stall bad reviews in order to implement quality control. Check out the links below...Happy HVACing! RevuKangaroo https://revukangaroo.com Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com with promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Test...
HRVs, ERVs and Air Changes w/Jean Pothier
January 25, 2019 17:13 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this episode we chat with Jean Pothier from Venmar regarding the difference between an ERV and HRV, application, install and control. Jean is an expert on this topic, listen close. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on the purchase of your tools at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below to save on Testo products. Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles, tips, and took reviews Testo 320 https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-320/p/0563-3220-70...
Boiler Intelligence w/Don Taylor
January 21, 2019 16:21 - 1 hour - 56 MBOn this episode, Don Taylor jumps on the podcast to talk boilers and boiler controls. Happy HVACing... ***Save 8% on your tool purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below to save on Testo products. Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles, tips and tool reviews. Preferred Testo Pricing https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOC8oQB97trj6XKDWRylM2ILFlnVjYG1GnTT2lRWT8-K4weQ/viewform
A New York State Of Mind w/Mike Clark
January 12, 2019 02:15 - 46 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this episode, I get on the phone with Mr. Mike Clark. Mike tells us some great stories of his early days in the HVAC industry, one of them leaves me in stitches. Mike also reveals to us his favourite tool of all....Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See the link below for preferred Testo pricing.*** Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles, tips and tool reviews . Testo 605i https://www.testo.c...
Tools Of The Trade w/Bruce Turnquist
January 05, 2019 21:04 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBOn this episode I speak with Bruce Turnquist, an instructor at Lincoln Technical Institute. We discuss the tools used in the HVAC trade and how important it is to use them correctly. ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out, see link below for preferred Testo pricing.*** Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles, tips, and took reviews. Testo 440 https://www.testo.com/en-US/products/testo-440 Yellow Jacket Automotive...
Load Calcs, Duct Design, and Air Balancing w/Jason Rende
December 29, 2018 16:42 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBIn this episode, we speak with Jason Rende, an HVAC system designer. We get Jason's mode of operation from start to finish through the design process. Check out some other great links below, Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred Testo Pricing*** Visit https://www.hvacknowitall.com for articles, tips, and tool reviews. Testo 440 https://www.testo.com/en-US/products/testo-440 ...
Internal Leak Sealants w/ Mike Walton
December 21, 2018 19:19 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBIn this episode we chat with Mike from Cool Air Products. We discuss AC Smart Seal 3 in 1, AC Smart Seal External and get into some discussion of where and when to utilize the products. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at https://www.trutechtools.com with promo code "knowitall" at check out. Get preferred Testo pricing with link below.*** For articles, tips and tool reviews check out https://www.hvacknowitall.com Testo 510i https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-510i Yellow Jac...
How To Be A Successful Apprentice Part 2
December 15, 2018 15:35 - 30 minutes - 29 MBIn this podcast episode we fast forward to a mid level apprentice. There are certain tasks and duties that an HVAC apprentice at this stage should be able to accomplish. Listen in and Happy HVACing. ***Visit Trutechtools.com to save 8% on your purchase using promo code "knowitall", see link below for preferred Testo pricing.*** Also visit hvacknowitall.com for more articles and tips. Testo 330... https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-330-1-lx/p/0563-3372-74 Yellow Jacket Vacuum Rated Cor...
Heating Season Installs w/Mike Flynn
December 07, 2018 15:04 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn this episode we speak with Mike Flynn out of New Jersey, Mike rocks the Instagram handle @flynnstone1. His install pics are beauty and show tremendous pride. Enjoy the podcast and Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your purchase at trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out, see link below for preferred Testo pricing*** My Website... https://www.hvacknowitall.com Testo 320... https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-320/p/0563-3223-70 Yellow Jacket Solenoid Magnet... https://yello...
Hydronic Heating w/Eric Aune
December 01, 2018 12:35 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBIn this episode, we speak with Eric Aune about his business, his website, mechanical-hub.com, and some hydronic heating. Happy HVACing. ***Save 8% off your purchase at trutechtools.com using promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred testo pricing.*** YouTube channel... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-MsPg9zbyneDX2qurAqoNQ/videos hvacknowitall. com Testo 316-3... https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-316-3/p/0563-3163 Yellow Jacket Super Evac Pump... https://yello...
Looking at the "Big" Picture w/Chris Stephens
November 23, 2018 14:46 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBOn this episode we speak to Chris about stepping back and looking at the service call as a whole, rather than in segments. You have to check out Chris' booming YouTube channel, HVACR Videos, it's all the rage, see link below. Happy HVACing! https://youtu.be/WUaObvUxFJU ***Save 8% at trutechtools.com on your purchases using promo code "knowitall" at check out, see special testo discount link below*** Check out the tools mentioned during the podcast... Testo 420 https://www.testo.com/en-US/...
Solar Powered HVAC w/Mark Crabtree
November 16, 2018 18:33 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, I speak with Mark Crabtree, CEO of SolXenergy. SolXenergy has developed tech that harnesses the Sun's power to run HVAC/R systems more efficiently. Check out SolXenergy at solxenergy.com for more info. Happy HVACing! ***Save 8% on your tool purchases at Trutechtools.com with promo code "knowitall" at check out. See link below for preferred testo pricing.*** Check out the tools mentioned in the podcast... Testo 510i https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-510i/p/0560-1510 Yellow...
Server Rooms and Lieberts w/Chris Carlsen
November 09, 2018 21:40 - 59 minutes - 55.5 MBIn this episode I speak to Chris about server room environments and more specifically, Lierbert units. Server rooms are clean and if done right, they are HVACs best kept secret. Happy HVACing. Check out the tools mentioned in the podcast... Testo 510 https://www.testo.com/en-US/testo-510/p/0563-0510 Yellow Jacket Electric/Manual Lightweight Flaring Tool https://yellowjacket.com/product/electricmanual-lightweight-flaring-tool/ Viper Ice Machine Cleaner https://www.refrigtech.com/viper...
It's Not The TXV
November 01, 2018 19:24 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode we discuss the Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV) operation, construction, and things to look for while troubleshooting. A podcast all HVAC techs should listen to. Happy HVACing! Check out the tools mentioned in the podcast... Testo 440... https://www.testo.com/en-US/products/testo-440 YJLTE... https://yellowjacket.com/product/yj-lte-refrigerant-recovery-system/ RefTech Silicone Grease https://www.refrigtech.com/silicone-grease/? Armstrong Pump Contest armstrongfluidtechnology...
Tech and Apprentice Relationship w/Ryan Cruz
October 26, 2018 22:28 - 52 minutes - 49.1 MBOn this episode we speak with Ryan Cruz about tech and apprentice relationships and how we should train and nurture young adults entering into the trade. Happy HVACing Check out some of the tools and products mentioned during the podcast. Testo 605i... https://www.trutechtools.com/Testo605i Yellow Jacket Tank Heater... https://yellowjacket.com/?s=tank+heater Viper Wipes... https://www.refrigtech.com/viper-wipes/ Armstrong Contest... armstrongfluidtechnology.com/hvacknowitall Fieldpul...
Back To The Basics w/Rocky Hyatt
October 19, 2018 02:02 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBRocky and I get back to the basics of HVAC. We can't go forward without the fundamentals in place. Also check out the tools I discussed during the podcast. Testo Smart Probes... https://www.trutechtools.com/TestoRefrigerationSmartProbeSet Yellow Jacket Pick... https://yellowjacket.com/product/gasket-remover-tool/ Nylog... https://www.refrigtech.com/nylog-blue/ Spot Armstrong Equipment... armstrongfluidtechnology.com/hvacknowitall Fieldpulse... fieldpulse.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Pr...
Emerson Core Sense and Compressor Protection w/Trevor Matthews
October 13, 2018 01:55 - 47 minutes - 44.3 MBIn this episode I speak with Trevor Matthews of Emerson about Core Sense technology and continued training that Emerson provides. Go to climate.emerson.com to check out the training they offer. Happy HVACing!
My HVAC Week, VRFs, And HVAC YouTube w/Andrew Greaves
October 06, 2018 01:25 - 54 minutes - 50.7 MBOn this Episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, Andrew and I chat about my HVAC week, our experience with VRF systems, HVAC videos and Andrew's badass YouTube channel. Happy HVACing!
Cash Saving Case Studies w/Steven Lane
September 29, 2018 00:36 - 48 minutes - 45.5 MBIn this episode we discuss how you can save a customer a wack of cash by knowing the products you sell, and having a superior knowledge of HVAC in general. Steven Lane from Armstrong takes us through 4 small case studies proving evidence of this. Happy HVACing!
HVAC Past and Present w/Mike Mayberry aka HVAC Refer Guy
September 22, 2018 03:08 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBMike and I discuss a little past, a little present and much much more in a great conversation. Happy HVACing!
Armstrong Design Envelope and Gen 5 w/Rohit Mohindra
September 13, 2018 19:54 - 51 minutes - 48 MBOn this episode I speak with Rohit Mohindra about Armstrong's Design Envelope pump and the new Gen 5 pump. I also speak about Neuro Linguistic Programming and how it may help you in the HVAC world. Happy HVACing!
The Three Stages Of A Tech's Maturity
September 06, 2018 13:07 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBIn this episode I talk about, in my humble opinion, the three stages of a tech's mind state during their career. Happy HVACing!
Female Techs Rock w/Ariel Bertin
August 31, 2018 17:09 - 44 minutes - 41.5 MBOn this episode we talk to Ariel Bertin on she got started in the HVAC trade, how she's outworked some male counterparts and her philosophy of keeping fit and healthy. Happy HVACing!
Training Your Customer
August 30, 2018 00:20 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBI was on my way home, picked up the head set to blurt this out. Train your customers, trust me, it's well worth your while. But, before you do...there is something you need to know. Happy HVACing!
Predictive Maintenance and IoT w/Avishai Moscovich
August 24, 2018 18:11 - 44 minutes - 41.8 MBIn this episode we discover how IoT is utilized to create value and efficiency and we find out what Predictive Maintenance really is...Happy HVACing!
Inefficiency In HVAC Equipment And How Costs Add Up w/Tunji Asiwaju
August 17, 2018 22:56 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode of we speak to Tunji Asiwaju from Armstrong. We touch on building automation and how it can help you pin point inefficiency in your building and systems.
Florida HVACing w/Jonathan Abraham
August 15, 2018 17:38 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBIn this episode we talk about what it's like to H-VAC in the State of Florida with a young up and comer, Jonathan Abraham. I also give you my take on digital manifolds. Happy HVACing!
Outside The Box Repairs and Modifications
August 03, 2018 12:52 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this episode we discuss site specific modifications and how thinking outside the box is a good thing when tackling these issues. Happy HVACing!
Increase Your Evacuation Efficiency
July 27, 2018 19:07 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBOn this podcast we discuss how to speed up your evacuation process. Happy HVACing
I Love Service
July 20, 2018 14:11 - 20 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this episode, I talk about recent services calls I've been on and how they were resolved. Happy HVACing!
Don't Be Scared It's Only HVAC
July 12, 2018 21:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBOn this episode, I discuss an article I wrote that speaks about feeling defeated in the HVAC trade. If you've ever felt defeated, so have I....You can over come it! Happy HVACing!
Building A Marijuana Grow Room w/Dan Thomson
July 05, 2018 21:44 - 42 minutes - 39.8 MBGot to speak with Dan about his grow room experience. Great conversation. Happy HVACing!
Marine HVACing w/Eric L Sherman
June 28, 2018 14:44 - 59 minutes - 55 MBIn this episode I speak with my man Eric L Sherman about marine HVAC and working on high end luxury yachts. Great guy with a wealth of knowledge. Happy HVACing!
Trade School and My Duct Heater Experience
June 22, 2018 17:09 - 32 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode I bring some pumps tips from Armstrong, speak about my experience with trade school and touch on duct heaters and something new I learned about them. Happy HVACing!
Trade Professionalism w/ Rick Ruscigno
June 13, 2018 16:42 - 1 hour - 31.7 MBIn this episode, I reach out to Rick for some banter on being a professional in the trades. Happy HVACing!
Online HVAC Discussion And My Unpleasant Experience
June 08, 2018 02:16 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBListen as I tell the story of my unpleasant experience inside the bowels of HVAC discussion on the internet. I also give you the outcome of the Wet Rag VS. wet rag challenge. Happy HVACing!