HVAC/R

HVAC Hacks: Educating Customers about the Risks of DIY HVAC

Air conditioners, heaters, ventilation systems and refrigerators are pretty complex machines. The equipment has become so complicated that these days it can be difficult to land a job without formal HVAC training.[1] But, with so much information online, it’s easy to understand why more and more homeowners are attempting to do the work themselves. In […]

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Washington – A Promising Destination for HVAC Techs

If you’re thinking about becoming an HVAC technician, now is the right time! The overall job outlook for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) industry is quite bright at the moment, with an expected growth rate of 15 percent in the United States between 2016 and 2026. This is actually more than double the average […]

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Guide to NATE Certification

Have you completed your HVAC training and are wondering what’s next? HVAC certifications and licenses can either be required by law or help with career advancement. North American Technician Excellence (NATE) certification is an optional credential an HVAC technician can earn to improve job prospects and pay.[1] What Is NATE Certification? North American Technical Excellence […]

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HVAC Technician Job Outlook in Alaska

If you’re the outdoors type, then you’ll love the rugged beauty of Alaska. With no income or sales tax and some of the highest wages for HVAC techs in the country, The Last Frontier can also be a great place to start your career.[1][2] Here’s an overview of the job outlook, pay and working conditions […]

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Sports Arenas: The Ultimate HVAC/R Challenge

What do concerts, basketball, ice hockey and boxing all have in common? HVAC/R. These all occur in massive indoor arenas.[1] And a lot can go wrong without indoor climate control.[2] Think warm beer, stuffy air and even MVPs like Lebron James stuck out on the sidelines with leg cramps. Sometimes referred to as a Swiss […]

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HVAC Technician versus HVAC Engineer Career Paths

If you’ve been browsing career opportunities in the HVAC field, then you’re probably coming across these two job titles pretty frequently: HVAC technician and HVAC engineer. Both follow similar lines of work, specializing in working on ventilation systems that can keep people warm in winter and cool in sweltering summer heat. But even with those […]

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Air Conditioning Tips for Summer to Keep Cool and Cut Down on Costs

Ah, the joys of summer: long afternoons laying out at the beach, sunset barbeques and, of course, baseball! But many of us can stand the heat for only so long, especially in Southwestern cities like Phoenix, Arizona. Working, exercising and even sleeping in these hot regions would be extremely uncomfortable and downright dangerous for some […]

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