HVAC Community Hub | Alessandro | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/alessandro_rossi_88/activity/ Activity feed for Alessandro. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 ee7445457370b0146bc2d43a28e726df Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6617/#acomment-6685 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:18:39 +1200 Worst is when the customer thinks you caused the second issue.

In reply to - Cameron posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Fix one thing and something else shows up right after… feels like some calls just don’t want to end. You walk in thinking it’s a quick job and […] ]]> 85af531795e02aeaa475653aa6756b55 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6646/#acomment-6661 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:36:04 +1200 When airflow drops, your evaporator temperature drops too so pressure follows. That’s why it mimics low charge so closely.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Suction 60 psi, superheat 20+, looked like low charge turned out to be airflow. Static was through the roof. Fixed that and everything lined up. ]]> be24703c9746b2aa8d2bfda80fbc51f9 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6608/#acomment-6628 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:49:01 +1200 Consistency matters more than being the cheapest.

In reply to - Hunter posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Trying to get in with a few builders right now and still figuring out my pricing. Feels like I’m coming in too high because I’m not getting […] ]]> 14c3c22f0dcb9af0636d02056586e471 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6504/#acomment-6510 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:29:54 +1200 Depends how big your jobs are, smaller projects I wouldn’t even bother with heavy software.

In reply to - Andrea posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Been looking into software for material takeoffs on commercial jobs and honestly getting overwhelmed with options. Trying to find […] ]]> 900453bd4eeb4182c5a37ffc67bee1ab Alessandro posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Hey folks, ever hit up a service call with a complaint of […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6458/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:05:00 +1300 Hey folks, ever hit up a service call with a complaint of no cooling, only to find the system running fine? It’s one of those perplexing challenges we all encounter. Let’s share our strategies on how we approach these baffling situations your insights could really help someone out! Anyone got a favorite trick up their sleeve?

]]> 10 fe43b8d287b077fc14312db540bd5f38 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6419/#acomment-6428 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 02:48:53 +1300 Suction line nearly pinched shut at a corner. System probably struggled from day one and the customer thought it was normal until it got bad enough to call.

In reply to - Henry posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Callback for low cooling. Pressures look like a restriction. Traced it back to the lineset inside the wall kinked at the corner where it […] ]]> 8fdebfa92540b00f4b3a853cbe8ab0cf Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6388/#acomment-6404 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:45:37 +1300 Had one last March. Homeowner had complained to the previous company twice over winter that the heat wasn’t keeping up. Tech came out both times and topped off the charge. Never checked the reversing valve. Valve had been stuck since October.

In reply to - Hugo posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Went out on a spring service call this week. Homeowner mentioned their heating bills were a lot higher than usual this winter but figured it was […] ]]> 435155075ff04ee057e24e65a2bf6d6a Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5984/#acomment-6032 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:10:51 +1300 15 mins with a clamp and thermometer and I’ll tell you what it needs.

In reply to - Elijah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices There’s a difference between it feels cold and actually checking what the system is doing. Pressures, temps, airflow that’s what tells the […] ]]> 78422be5d5a2e304f5095ca6f362c5dc Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5807/#acomment-5812 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:29:06 +1300 Restaurants talk to each other more than you think. Do one good job and they’ll pass your name around.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Trying to push more commercial work and still figuring out where the real leads come from. We do HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment service […] ]]> 93efc498eeebd1f319669fc76b13a1e0 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5598/#acomment-5601 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:26:30 +1300 I price per drop and then add mechanical on top. I know I’m higher than some guys but I’m okay losing bids.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Trying to tighten up how I’m pricing new residential builds. I’ll go deep into plans, take my time, and still end up missing jobs or finding out […] ]]> 16be7c5f730af00ef65622d5a6ea934f Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5264/#acomment-5287 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:31:15 +1300 General liability was easy. The headaches started when a claim actually happened.

In reply to - Adam posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hey everyone 👋 ]]> 1a86f177bd3991f6f168886922313b62 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5001/#acomment-5011 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 04:10:53 +1300 I swear half the time it’s the stat and nobody wants to believe it.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer said the unit keeps doing its own thing. Pulled the thermostat off the wall and suddenly the system made a lot more sense. ]]> 5c7c34a23ce10a42e0dea9689571cb58 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4934/#acomment-4943 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:45:41 +1300 There’s actually a cognitive effect where unfinished tasks increase distraction instead of focus. Scrolling feels easier than deciding what to start.

In reply to - Luke posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Came here to do one thing, forgot what that thing was, and somehow I’m still scrolling like it’ll come back to me. ]]> dd5a179ef9cce186728bb7e852a51afb Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4857/#acomment-4873 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:45:39 +1300 This is why service guys hate new accounts.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs This room has had at least three different contractors work on it over the years. You can tell where each one stopped caring. Everyone fixed […] ]]> 6be1738d8649f9af62e3b78040ea9689 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4818/#acomment-4841 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:00:01 +1300 Superheat/subcooling numbers normal? That usually tells you if you’re chasing an airflow vs charge issue.

In reply to - Wyatt posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Had one of the guys out on this unit today. System was running, but amps weren’t steady and pressures didn’t really match what the load […] ]]> ff622815ec2f725b58fc50fca3a9e1ae Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4520/#acomment-4523 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 03:11:40 +1300 Yeah, we’ve got all the messages saved. Just trying to figure out the smartest move.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Anyone here dealt with a homeowner dragging payments out after the work is done? We wrapped up a replacement on a rental property a while back […] ]]> bb46b17889b82cbeb5834bfd0f91f3e4 Alessandro posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Anyone here dealt with a homeowner dragging payments […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4520/ Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:25:01 +1300 Anyone here dealt with a homeowner dragging payments out after the work is done?
We wrapped up a replacement on a rental property a while back and since then it’s been nothing but next week, waiting on insurance, and excuses. No written contract, just texts and verbal approval. At this point I’m just trying to figure out the smartest way to… Read more

]]> 3 18260b5547f339fdddf10069fe886ad1 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4233/#acomment-4244 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:38 +1300 This is the kind of job customers never understand when you explain it later.

In reply to - Emiliano posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors This unit’s been running longer than it should without anyone actually checking it. Numbers were fine. But the panel told a different […] ]]> df89dc61ec9d88adbade695a066d0b11 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3935 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:51 +1300 That’s the worst. You know the job’s already going long.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> cdbbb253261d1d73751d40c1dfa796bc Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3933 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:49 +1300 Feels like it most days.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> e4c822d1c32dfb616f08d71184f20ea3 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3931 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:47 +1300 Right. It’s not a complaint – it just slows everything down.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> b205d4fa6b3bb47419bbad2218dd664d Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3929 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:46 +1300 That’s smart. At least it documents the lost time.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> 4777f4c212e083fc943e7d5bc1d00bed Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3927 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:44 +1300 😂 Exactly. And somehow it’s always the heavy stuff.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> 8b2a38c5f6f2799f7b1e012996e4c566 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/#acomment-3925 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:42 +1300 It’s always temporary storage that lives there forever.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage. Spent more […] ]]> 0da89100293f4e47a6f3e6f73c7f13d1 Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Showed up to a site where the unit room was […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3923/ Mon, 22 Dec 2025 07:08:40 +1300 Showed up to a site where the unit room was technically accessible, but stacked with boxes, ladders, and random storage.
Spent more time clearing space than actually troubleshooting.
Nothing broken – just one of those everyday site realities that quietly eats time.

]]> 12 4af88156f300fc920bd6c1beadf58d9d Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3909/#acomment-3912 Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:44:32 +1300 Nothing worse than showing up and not knowing who can unlock the room.

In reply to - Michael posted an update in the group HVAC Client Onboarding Excellence Most client issues don’t start in the field – they start during onboarding. If details are missed early, they show up later as delays, […] ]]> c86f3f0e4bd7d547d453e4b0f955ece2 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2665/#acomment-2676 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:26:13 +1300 Sometimes it’s the simplest things – loose terminal connections or a bad phase. Don’t skip that!

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I’m troubleshooting a chilled water pump with a VFD – pump is running, amps look normal, but flow rate is inconsistent. Sometimes it dips even […] ]]> 3712b9e61c65767116e6eb653005ebfc Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2582/#acomment-2583 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:57:35 +1300 Using a verified domain helped me increase inbox placement significantly.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Hey friends, Email marketing is powerful, but it only works if your messages actually reach your clients’ inboxes. Spam filters and […] ]]> 15c17a6b67f847c0fcc8edc82ac0d971 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2515/#acomment-2516 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:56:48 +1300 Yes! Automating review requests has doubled the number of reviews we get.

In reply to - Alejandro posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint I’ve been experimenting with automated review requests after service calls. Customers seem more willing to leave feedback when it’s quick […] ]]> 7033aa3bc546689c7b9841974a779684 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2492/#acomment-2495 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:02:05 +1300 Maybe the refrigerant just wants a vacation… it’s feeling stressed.

In reply to - Connor posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Condenser fan motor is spinning fine, but discharge pressures are high and system isn’t hitting setpoint. No obvious airflow restrictions – could this […] ]]> b9a8d1bb75d82c5fe9cadacee5dbc628 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2259/#acomment-2264 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 21:24:01 +1300 Curious if anyone has issues with humidity control using ERVs?

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Installed an ERV recently – airflow improved, energy bills dropped. Anyone else working with ERVs in commercial setups? ]]> 9644b2db7aef71068e2778f6d994de20 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1921/#acomment-1938 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:36:36 +1200 Start small with automation, tackle each part gradually.

In reply to - Jameson posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Just sat in on a demo for this full HVAC automation blueprint—scheduling, dispatching, invoicing, the whole nine yards. It looked incredible, […] ]]> ec073bdce7443e9f9f1ca528f6487090 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1879/#acomment-1882 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:35:49 +1200 Swapping gauges when they start acting weird saves time. Trust your tools and instincts, man.

In reply to - Oliver posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Been thinking about our tools and their calibration lately. I like to keep my gauges and meters as sharp as possible, but I feel like I’m in the […] ]]> fbd94603ecfd7dbd2163f218dc414a78 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1789/#acomment-1790 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:02 +1200 Change orders can really throw a wrench in your day. I always make sure to include a section in the contract that outlines how we handle those extra requests, but when they pop up on-site, it’s usually a flat fee for the extra duct or whatnot. Keeps it straightforward and gives the client a clear idea before it spirals out of control. It’s… Read more

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Been on a job lately where everything was running smooth as butter. We were wrapping up an install when the client suddenly asks if we can add an […] ]]> 47f0d64cefc0ce8aaec37cd7a042cde3 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1747/#acomment-1762 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:55:56 +1200 Had a job once where the make-up air unit was totally outta whack, even after servicing everything else. Turned out the filters were gunked up, blocking fresh air. Swapped them out and it was like a breath of fresh air! Sometimes it’s the little things that mess with the whole vibe.

In reply to - Austin posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Just wrapped up a full system service at a commercial spot, but the client’s still not satisfied. They keep complaining about dry air and […] ]]> 79dbd8152c476231e4c8b982288e654c Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1617/#acomment-1648 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:28 +1200 I’d like to explore automation for lead tracking. Can you share which works best for HVAC?

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Automation Isn’t the Future of HVAC-It’s the Present When it comes to scaling an HVAC company, automation isn’t just a […] ]]> 8ded2c0c73f0ef073000eb2254a90b3e Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1453/#acomment-1456 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:32:04 +1200 Some thermostats have internal cycle protection (like 5-min delay). If the stat gets reset by power blips, it cuts the call early.

In reply to - Adam posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Got a split system that keeps cycling every 10 minutes-compressor stops, indoor blower keeps running, then several minutes later […] ]]> 41c2cba28da2d9124f128fb02901795b Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1348/#acomment-1353 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:17:18 +1200 Less slippage means the motor draws less current. Clients notice lower amps and fewer complaints about energy bills.

In reply to - Brandon posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Did a quick job today swapping out fan belts on a commercial rooftop air handler. Took just 20 minutes, and the airflow jumped by nearly 30 %. […] ]]> 65704699f05ce14e3614b6e4829ccbb5 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1219/#acomment-1222 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:23:49 +1200 Clicking could be a stuck contactor or relay chatter. Check voltage drop across coil terminals and integrity of control wiring.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer reports intermittent airflow loss and odd clicking from the condensing unit-filter and coils clean, amperage looks normal, but airflow […] ]]> 21c41e943f9bc85b101adb27fa18ae6d Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1092/#acomment-1094 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:25:19 +1200 Good ventilation avoids overheating. Atlas Copco suggests maintaining ambient 40–100 °F and proper airflow for cooling.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Just finished a dedicated compressor room: compressors on vibration pads, 3 ft clearance all around, inlet/exhaust ventilation, […] ]]> 9ee18731586623833e9653c64b6c436e Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1051/#acomment-1055 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:43:20 +1200 Adequate side and front aisle spacing makes accessing service ports and fans much easier.

In reply to - Hunter posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Just finished a rooftop install with proper clearances: 36 from wall, 72 between units for the larger 15‑ton split condensers, and at least […] ]]> e672f4d60eab567ac51bbb60693176d0 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1039/#acomment-1041 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:43:17 +1200 Instant IR readouts show hot spots on coils within seconds-fast triage without contact.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Swapped our old thermometer for a Fluke VT08 IR gun—20:1 spot ratio, IP65 rating, tough enough for rooftops, and instant temp capture has cut […] ]]> 756c928a9b494643b6686c5245bd21a5 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1009/#acomment-1031 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:17:26 +1200 Electronic leak detectors like Fieldpiece DR82 (infrared) or heated diode models are way more reliable than soap bubbles.

In reply to - Mathew posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Upgraded our service truck: aluminum ladder rack, modular shelving, Fieldpiece SMAN460 digital manifold, vacuum pump, refrigerant scales, multimeter, […] ]]> d113866a13a265b7725e31c05e29915e Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/915/#acomment-919 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:47:45 +1200 I used to roll through hardware stores and drop cards on bulletin boards. Not fancy, but I got a restaurant gig from it. 😂

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hey everyone—real question: what’s your go-to way to get quality HVAC leads that don’t come from ads? I’m talking old-school stuff: […] ]]> d60637a08ef2df34b07ed3b3b770b6b7 Alessandro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/347/#acomment-374 Mon, 05 May 2025 06:51:07 +1200 Can you isolate the leaking sections with sensors for early warning?

In reply to - Jacob posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs

A Big Lesson from a Big Project – Water Leakage from Existing Ducts

Hey everyone,

I wanted to share a recent situation from a major project I’ve been […]

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