HVAC Community Hub | Antonio | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/antonio_ricci_pro/activity/ Activity feed for Antonio. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:18 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.0.5 en-US 30 hourly 2 db34106dba6f48ca1b84b0fe67411a2b Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7672/#acomment-7683 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:15:12 +1200 flat rate on commercial service? never heard of that.

In reply to - Francesco posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs I have a chance to get into some decent work. Constant-ish. To get into it I have to lower my prices a good amount. Beat out two companies […] ]]> 1363f93030b13ba24ead3be29a8dcebe Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7618/#acomment-7660 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:45:03 +1200 😂 silver lining I guess.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices What do yall think about MrCool equipment and homeowners installing their own stuff? Sounds like good job security but I do find it […] ]]> 75f27df9991e3b5ce9b645f965bde928 Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: What do yall think about MrCool equipment and […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7618/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:30:00 +1200 What do yall think about MrCool equipment and homeowners installing their own stuff? Sounds like good job security but I do find it insulting to the trade and a little annoying.

]]> 15 26da56d3270a5361838d1b884a6c65d0 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7565/#acomment-7590 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 02:27:18 +1200 The answer is hire someone to do the field work so you can run the business. I know that sounds obvious but most people wait too long to make that move because they think nobody can do it as well as them. Nobody can do it exactly like you. But someone can do it well enough.

In reply to - Salvatore posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I struggle with the field vs office balance a lot.When I’m in the field I’m making money but the business stuff piles up. When I’m in […] ]]> 4681347cdfb6b71e1934aaa7ce951c17 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7524/#acomment-7561 Sun, 31 May 2026 19:43:24 +1200 Cool cool cool.

In reply to - Michael posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Anyone else feel like equipment prices are just never going back down. Quoted a 3 ton Carrier install today. My cost on the equipment alone […] ]]> c2ae6861249654303f6f05e90c409de5 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7334/#acomment-7346 Sat, 23 May 2026 10:13:41 +1200 okay that one hurts 😭

In reply to - Brandon posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Went out on a no cool call today. Homeowner said it stopped working yesterday. I walk up to the unit and the disconnect box is wide open. […] ]]> fc2be62b57c26ab7607cfb00ed55c076 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7293/#acomment-7299 Thu, 21 May 2026 03:29:41 +1200 I stopped trying to compete on price years ago. Either they value what I bring or they don’t. Surprisingly my close rate went up when I stopped apologizing for my numbers.

In reply to - Theo posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs People want quality HVAC work until they see what quality HVAC work actually costs. Then the cheapest quote in town suddenly starts looking […] ]]> 0a54e9a9687175c4e73a85891f1abe17 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7037/#acomment-7058 Tue, 12 May 2026 19:43:29 +1200 The manufacturers keep raising prices and we’re the ones standing in front of the customer getting yelled at.

In reply to - Miles posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Anybody else feel like customers think HVAC companies just randomly started charging more overnight 😅 Meanwhile equipment prices, parts, […] ]]> e13325fc95dfc676c4213593f29ba204 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7030/#acomment-7056 Tue, 12 May 2026 19:09:34 +1200 Quality work is expensive because doing it right actually takes time.

In reply to - Cameron posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Hey, ]]> 50f1641c6392140ae93395b67f973a4d Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7044/#acomment-7048 Tue, 12 May 2026 05:47:57 +1200 Honestly keeping good techs is hard enough now without benefits.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Started looking into health insurance options for employees this week and honestly didn’t realize how all over the place pricing […] ]]> d176b0649f905d9f1fdf0e4b90e98c50 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6511/#acomment-6513 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:25:29 +1200 I upgraded mine last year, biggest difference I noticed was how fast it pulls down on larger systems.

In reply to - Tristan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Bought a new vacuum pump thinking it would speed things up, but honestly not seeing much difference compared to my old one yet. Maybe I’m missing […] ]]> 8c649b59742e530d819f10950b91b8a9 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6393/#acomment-6408 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:25:06 +1300 30 seconds that gets skipped on every rushed maintenance call.

In reply to - Miles posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Spring startup call this week. Customer mentioned the system had been running a lot lately but didn’t think much of it. Opened the panel […] ]]> 3f051d26bbc0004c3cc7de86af95512c Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6120/#acomment-6149 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:03:10 +1300 Bet the architect didn’t leave you any mechanical room to actually route that clean.

In reply to - Luca posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Spent a good hour on this one just trying to balance it without overcomplicating the layout. Biggest headache was keeping velocity where I […] ]]> a0e58888b05a5d8082e3eb6862fa90f8 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5722/#acomment-5730 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:30:46 +1300 A shop won’t bring work by itself.

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Been running things out of my garage for a few years now and it works fine. lately been thinking about getting a small shop but can’t shake the […] ]]> 09769059205825c653d8a41f7bc721e4 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5362/#acomment-5367 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:10:58 +1300 Is the outdoor fan actually locking out during defrost? I’ve had a couple boards let it creep on and it kills heat input.

In reply to - Michael posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Outdoor unit icing up fast in heat mode. Ambient around 30°F. Suction 90 psig (R410A), evap below freezing. Defrost is initiating but […] ]]> db097723916baa7d0dc7096da730cf89 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5204/#acomment-5228 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:30:53 +1300 No major problems, just still getting used to the layout.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hey everyone just checking in. If you’ve faced any issues using the community, or if there’s anything you’d like us to improve or […] ]]> 5f2f44c3c3573e10574faa22c23348c6 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5171/#acomment-5218 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:30:18 +1300 Everything’s easy when you’re talking about it and not standing in front of it 😅

In reply to - Jackson posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices First job of the day looked clean, pressures were fine, and we thought it was going to be easy. Turned out to be a control issue mixed with […] ]]> 6537b95876ebef8c706550b3539abf8c Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4531/#acomment-4533 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:21:42 +1300 You’re already ahead just by asking this. First year is about learning how to think, not how to rush. Pay attention to airflow, wiring basics, and why things fail – not just how to swap parts. The best techs I know were slow early on but asked a lot of questions.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Starting out in HVAC and realizing how much there is to learn – any advice from the field? ]]> 0686b35fbf584a91726f3e1710abf723 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3624/#acomment-3631 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 09:44:55 +1300 Perfect temperature, swamp-level humidity – classic comfort combo.

In reply to - Benjamin posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Cooling’s doing its job on temperature, but RH keeps creeping up anyway. Feels like dehumidification is getting undercut somewhere – airflow, coil, […] ]]> b86370f61882dbc18c694bcf8ddb4252 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3372/#acomment-3375 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:19:51 +1300 Ah yes, pressure independent… until it isn’t.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hey guys, ran into something odd today – a few pressure-independent VAVs that look perfect in the BAS but fall way off when you take […] ]]> 6b354c93650de8968cefcdc4bd8c2ddd Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3331/#acomment-3338 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:48:18 +1300 If they’re all drifting the same way, might be the controller reference going bad.

In reply to - Cameron posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Got a strange one today: several thermistors are drifting 5–7°F again right after calibration. ]]> c3eb7dd19441cfed8f452ce7ee3312e1 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3045/#acomment-3052 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:20:54 +1300 Could be your PID loop too tight. If proportional is high or integral is slow, the AHU will “chase” static instead of holding it.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Was checking a VAV system today and the static pressure kept jumping all over the place- from 0.9” straight up to 1.6” the moment a few […] ]]> ef85496c61b1a561c8092bde7ad2e6b0 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2970/#acomment-2983 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:59:18 +1300 Give it time – they’ll all quit together eventually.

In reply to - Noah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Weird one today – condenser fans don’t all start together. Sometimes one or two just hang out for 10–15 seconds, then decide to join the […] ]]> a2e3a25dfb26808fe949b1d12c65b1ee Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2970/#acomment-2981 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:59:16 +1300 Could also be a bad harness or fan relay lagging. Measure voltage right at the motor next time.

In reply to - Noah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Weird one today – condenser fans don’t all start together. Sometimes one or two just hang out for 10–15 seconds, then decide to join the […] ]]> c2abba8fd484dab126312a2dbed3bde1 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2819/#acomment-2820 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:16:27 +1300 Seen that before – sometimes the linkage binds just enough under load to stop movement even if it tests fine manually.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Economizer’s been getting stuck midway between open and close. Actuator checks out fine during testing, but in normal operation, it just […] ]]> 82a30aaa6ac4b3f40c042b937d8e39af Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2780/#acomment-2783 Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:55:10 +1300 Sometimes oil doesn’t balance right between compressors. Check the equalization line.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Anyone experienced sporadic compressor overheating on multi-circuit RTUs? 🤔 One circuit keeps running hotter even after checking charge […] ]]> add9f7abddbc852b1e83dba65251b278 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2732 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:38 +1300 We had that happen with a cheap core remover. Now we only use the Appion ones – better seal material.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Had something strange happen on a service call today. While pulling a core using a screw-style remover, the internal seal tore off and somehow […] ]]> 8ae8f7b8213d201b484bbcd7e34e9c97 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2525/#acomment-2538 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:55:31 +1300 I just made a pact with my AC to behave better if I talk nicely to it. So far, so good.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hey friends, Even small tweaks in how we operate, maintain, or design HVAC systems can make a big difference for […] ]]> fe8ff9e1165cc9cd64861786977930e7 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2220/#acomment-2223 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:11:13 +1300 I usually carry extra insulation tape and sleeves on-site-helps fix issues immediately.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Last week I visited a commercial site where the cooling system wasn’t performing efficiently. After checking, I noticed that several refrigerant […] ]]> 417ae46c224807afecec418461ce37ce Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2069/#acomment-2072 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:57:57 +1300 Honestly, I used to ignore checking them… until a valve saved my whole system last month.

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hey folks, Had a call last week-system was acting up, making weird noises. Went in and noticed the pressure relief valve hadn’t been checked […] ]]> 1974a3d0405b07250e138e09a8916140 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1789/#acomment-1806 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:06 +1200 Set change order limits upfront to avoid profit loss later.

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 […] ]]> d38b67dc5de0472297dfa42ab6421b97 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1677 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:43 +1200 Exactly. Think of it as ongoing optimization rather than a set and forget solution.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> 0ba4e37af9e5179576692bf9955a54e8 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1675 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:41 +1200 Short cycling is a killer. That’s why monitoring tools make such a big difference-they catch patterns humans miss.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> 976a28ee3c4a8456895f47519f69b25b Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1673 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:40 +1200 True, usage habits are part of the equation. That’s why educating clients upfront is just as important as installation.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> f020264f13f72b6e925d2002126787e1 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1671 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:39 +1200 Exactly-VFDs are one of the quickest wins if applied correctly.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> f71ee93627efe027e10d973463ad0be3 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1669 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:38 +1200 Flat-rate servicing helps with basics, but it often skips deeper system optimization. That’s where hidden costs creep in.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> cd9e143321906d70543ddedc37d8091b Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1667 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:37 +1200 In most cases, yes-many clients recover the audit cost within a few months through reduced utility bills.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> 542c6cb8ba9cc1b6e14d15110c8d18a3 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1665 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:36 +1200 Absolutely. A poorly configured BMS can neutralize the efficiency of even the best equipment. Regular fine-tuning is critical.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> b767d3312c7d12f521ff930b53f074b5 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/#acomment-1663 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:34 +1200 That’s common-if the system settings or load calculations aren’t optimized, VRFs can actually run less efficiently than expected.

In reply to - Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. […] ]]> b712eaf8e06632b850259167a772be90 Antonio posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors: One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1661/ Sun, 07 Sep 2025 13:53:33 +1200 One recurring challenge I’ve seen with HVAC clients is the shock of rising utility bills even after installing high-efficiency systems. The issue often isn’t the equipment itself, but factors like improper load calculation, poor BMS integration, or controls that were never fine-tuned. I’ve walked into sites where a VRF system was running at… Read more

]]> 16 03966da3c06a3d0eefb32eab91963f82 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1039/#acomment-1043 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:43:18 +1200 IP65 rating and drop-tested to 2 m means it survives real-site wear.

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 […] ]]> 76aea6bc6047751d5f6784c8ed344a5b Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1009/#acomment-1033 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:17:26 +1200 Fieldpiece DR82 infrared detector sniffs leaks in the 0.03 oz/yr range-far better than soap bubble checks.

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, […] ]]> cfb4e1c21cc7bea12067aeb01783df8f Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/528/#acomment-563 Tue, 06 May 2025 08:55:01 +1200 I try to take a step back and review everything with all the stakeholders before we get started. Helps identify issues before they become big problems.

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

Hey team,

I really need your input on something serious we’re facing in a current project.

It’s a large-scale HVAC job—but the design coordination is […]

]]> 2cbe213a9de27b045fd9715edd4a3728 Antonio posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/412/#acomment-414 Mon, 05 May 2025 08:20:31 +1200 Had 3 duct fitters walk out last week. Hired replacements, they didn’t even show up Day 1.

In reply to - Connor posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors

Attrition Is Killing Us-And No One at the Top Feels the Heat


We’re mid-way through a large HVAC job—chillers, AHUs, VFDs, BMS, full […]

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