HVAC Community Hub | Carlos | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/carlos_d/activity/ Activity feed for Carlos. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:59:08 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.0.5 en-US 30 hourly 2 661f7ef86e78688c424d8c67a44ad7de Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7710/#acomment-7719 Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:47:40 +1200 Sounds like you have actual techs not salesmen. Real techs want to fix the problem not sell.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Currently giving techs 10% commission on changeouts they sell. Gave them all the tools to quote jobs on the spot and they still aren’t […] ]]> 04061248adb50c13f40e0d3677d2c6d3 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7672/#acomment-7684 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:15:13 +1200 residential. Commercial is different animal.

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 […] ]]> ace4ad7a1913bf6fdd3292147b50ce9d Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7672/#acomment-7676 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:14:56 +1200 I would never work per hour. Flat rate only.

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 […] ]]> d8ee03933b2e8581b155f52f25a18711 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7565/#acomment-7594 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:23:07 +1200 Every owner I know who crossed a million in revenue had one thing in common. They stopped being the best technician in the company and became the best business operator. Nobody who stayed the best tech on their own crew got past a certain ceiling.

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 […] ]]> 5373fb94df594ff9e9621e34961177ad Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7373/#acomment-7390 Tue, 26 May 2026 09:35:49 +1200 I worked for a large company for 8 years making good money with zero headaches, went out on my own 3 years ago and honestly some months I miss the simplicity of just showing up and doing the work. But then I look at what I’ve built and I wouldn’t go back.

In reply to - Elijah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I’ve been in this industry for 11 years and I want to ask something that nobody really talks about honestly. Is HVAC still actually worth it […] ]]> 1867845574018363917459cc7eb3cbe2 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7334/#acomment-7335 Sat, 23 May 2026 01:25:01 +1200 I had one last summer. Tripped breaker. Drove 45 minutes. Reset it. 89 please.

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. […] ]]> c1946a5a9582964163daa74d88dd5155 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7263/#acomment-7276 Wed, 20 May 2026 07:19:43 +1200 6 months to be a good second set of hands. 18 months before I’d send them on simple service calls alone.

In reply to - Hunter posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I need to vent for a second placed an indeed ad for an experienced tech. $28-35/hr depending on experience plus benefits. had 47 […] ]]> 00166a55f7abd10fd619dd67a38c0b37 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7263/#acomment-7266 Wed, 20 May 2026 02:58:08 +1200 I stopped hiring experienced guys.I train my own now. Takes longer but the loyalty is different.

In reply to - Hunter posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I need to vent for a second placed an indeed ad for an experienced tech. $28-35/hr depending on experience plus benefits. had 47 […] ]]> 7c1e6154b4489e3999439e2caa0447ac Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6795/#acomment-6802 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:16:49 +1200 I pay monthly now, not cheap but it keeps leads coming in.

In reply to - Miles posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Curious what you guys are spending on your websites these days. Feels like it can go from cheap to expensive real fast. ]]> d4607e9eaa84ce9c53b1b1d3b77acb0b Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6538/#acomment-6546 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:17:33 +1200 How many leads are you getting right now?

In reply to - Fabio posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Thinking about outsourcing SEO/marketing but hard to tell who actually delivers vs who just sends reports every month. Anyone here had a […] ]]> 983c5e6e5205d62946d90824a30c6c72 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6458/#acomment-6484 Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:15:58 +1300 Another key aspect to consider is the condenser coils if they’re coated in dirt or frost, the system’s ability to cool can be significantly compromised. Regularly cleaning these coils can often resolve unexplained cooling issues.

In reply to - Alessandro posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs 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 […] ]]> 118169e81d707bc14d97bef6c2055bab Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6460/#acomment-6462 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:56:59 +1300 While deeper pockets may sound promising, we’ve seen mergers hurt rather than help us consumers quality and service often take a back seat as these conglomerates chase profits over community needs.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hey everyone, just heard the news about Mingledorff’s merging with The Home Depot. I’m curious what we think this means for us in the repair […] ]]> 91c9a15f1e7ee36b584851a6030e5c4b Carlos posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Genuinely curious from people who made the switch […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6424/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 23:50:46 +1300 Genuinely curious from people who made the switch from residential split installs to commercial RTU work.
Not looking for the “commercial is way better” highlight reel. The real version.
What actually changed about the physical install the tools, the process, the rooftop conditions, the weight of everything you’re moving?
Did the… Read more

]]> 7 ffbf6c76593fd9d15d5fcfb8c6e0afbd Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6393/#acomment-6396 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 03:37:12 +1300 Undersized contactor on a system that cycles a lot welds itself eventually. Just a matter of time.

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 […] ]]> dffcf1bac8fdf99626836a96059d5940 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6300/#acomment-6303 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:47:22 +1300 Sub does shoddy work, you eat the cost, they’re already on the next job. zero accountability.

In reply to - Caleb posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Sub passed inspection on paper, got paid, and disappeared. Now the GC is calling me every morning and the rework is coming out of […] ]]> 474db40f2d23aa802aedf3bffb71b298 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/#acomment-5839 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 14:27:19 +1300 I’ve been that tech before… so yeah, I already feel bad.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it […] ]]> 9d00ec6214e2936998772d35eedd98bc Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/#acomment-5825 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:38:40 +1300 Tons of space until you actually need it.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it […] ]]> ef746377d01a82c3d177dd3857c62db3 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/#acomment-5816 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:01:21 +1300 Yep. Same people who rushed the schedule are the first ones asking why it takes longer later.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it […] ]]> b3f3070652bd733abcbaa03d9d8fdbce Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/#acomment-5808 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:10:45 +1300 That’s what I kept thinking while we were finishing it. Nothing unsafe, just zero forgiveness if something ever fails.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it […] ]]> a368a1d62d6132244cf61d25cc02fc24 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/#acomment-5805 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:54:19 +1300 Exactly. Everyone signs off early and then it’s Just make it work once the ceiling’s closed and the schedule’s blown.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it […] ]]> aaa9e2647d17fecffaf9949cd6620ad9 Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5802/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 21:30:04 +1300 Finished a job like this today and I honestly don’t know if we installed an HVAC system or designed a maze for the next tech. On the plans it all made sense, but once you’re actually up there dealing with tight access, weird routing, fighting airflow, and a schedule that won’t slow down, reality hits fast. We got it done, system’s running,… Read more

]]> 13 344296571b1579428d434ba2ceaa056f Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5762/#acomment-5789 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:30:49 +1300 Any limits tripping yet?

In reply to - Jackson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Airflow was basically choked off high static, blower working way harder than it should, and this is how motors cook themselves. ]]> 60b8564afc56fe799469039de2cfd152 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5739 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:26:50 +1300 Welcome to Google. Where perfect jobs get one star and hacks get five.

In reply to - Leonard posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs did a big job for a client recently, everything quoted clearly, approved in advance, work done exactly how they wanted it, no change orders […] ]]> 1fb94993aa67a7018d17d8992d74cb17 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5661/#acomment-5685 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 09:08:18 +1300 If asking questions was illegal, half of us would be in jail by now.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Everyone’s busy, but don’t hesitate to ask questions here. No such thing as a dumb one in this trade. ]]> 7cc203d03465d8873122a5a4e337e541 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5544/#acomment-5555 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 02:24:01 +1300 Nice, the old twist-and-pray connection.

In reply to - Marco posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Low-voltage conductors pulled out of the control compartment with exposed copper and improper terminations. No strain relief, insulation nicked […] ]]> 83ca000ae9c52d2af4dd2c922cfbd5f3 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5163 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:05:50 +1300 True. Once that piece was sorted, everything suddenly agreed again.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at […] ]]> b9fba891ac665cb8ccc83b3835ce11cc Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5159 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:06:40 +1300 That’s a good way to put it. Once corrected, the system settled down and operated normally, which is ultimately what matters.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at […] ]]> d3e3764ad3d424db102e00f4e5a4b50c Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5154 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:10:00 +1300 That’s exactly how it played out. The longer the system ran, the more obvious it became that something in the line was restricting proper operation.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at […] ]]> 0d44802559d347fdb71ab077502fa294 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5139 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:56:55 +1300 Sometimes it’s still just basic flow and pressure issues.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at […] ]]> 4eafd2f17b250c112e37cc684a22ab8d Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5114/#acomment-5136 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:30:33 +1300 Was thinking charge or restriction. What was it?

In reply to - Miles posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures aren’t stabilizing. Head keeps climbing even though airflow looks fine. ]]> 89808c0fcbfbe33f0e23fb68a0351f5c Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5135 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:22:57 +1300 Mostly under load. At startup things looked acceptable, but once running, the behavior changed.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at […] ]]> 5acd9462bf482909134689214c96a065 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5119/#acomment-5131 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:30:21 +1300 Valves old also create problem when isolating.

In reply to - Elijah posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Big problem on this heat exchanger almost blocked flow was very bad system not holding temp at all everything old space tight nothing wanted to […] ]]> b79f7586cb00b5caa8731dd988a5882f Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/ Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:36:55 +1300 Pressures were inconsistent during operation, which led to further inspection of the refrigerant line. A restriction was identified at this component, causing unstable system performance. After addressing the issue, pressures normalized and the system is operating as expected.

]]> 12 8a34b3d81a7c8e2c83b8f67447167cd1 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5078/#acomment-5080 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 02:31:38 +1300 Most of the time for me it’s the thermocouple. Especially on older furnaces.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices If a furnace pilot light keeps going out, what’s the first thing you usually check thermocouple, dirty pilot, or gas pressure? ]]> e0423674ac69eedf55e8504d3162f236 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4909/#acomment-4910 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:45:44 +1300 That leak probably isn’t even the original problem. It’s just the symptom everyone ignored.

In reply to - Alejandro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Everyone worries about compressors and boards. Meanwhile this joint has been quietly leaking and soaking the slab for who knows how long. ]]> 91dc7ac2cbf29fd3d0be755e2b81175a Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4857/#acomment-4863 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:47:28 +1300 Not in my scope has done more damage than bad installs.

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 […] ]]> 567b2534a864e342e2d71a0de6d256b4 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4652 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:40:45 +1300 Relatable, honestly.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> cd79e56792b1052075d4ae8c5668e6f6 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4633/#acomment-4647 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:31:23 +1300 I’ve had a few where the flare held under pressure but leaked once it heat-cycled. Only showed oil after months.

In reply to - Benjamin posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Had this condenser open today while chasing a capacity issue. Pressures weren’t screaming low, superheat was borderline acceptable, but something […] ]]> 2b91dcc7781700473cd94ed7a8c486a7 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4644 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:40:07 +1300 Honestly, it’s seen more winters than I have.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> ca540f603bea8d8c807e250ec5dbbf87 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4635 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 08:05:02 +1300 Depends more on how the building’s actually maintained than the HX type.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 2729dd0a1bad35185c03fa954443cf6c Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4621 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:07:11 +1300 We were only seeing partial load during the check.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 41064a08fd01afb6b1a7cae09a6dcedd Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4614 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:13:55 +1300 If nobody’s been logging approach, that HX’s been losing capacity for years. Doesn’t happen fast, just quietly.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 8d80d97fd6fa3690a4d7e0140b082eb3 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4608 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:13:15 +1300 We haven’t pulled the bundle yet, just trending numbers for now.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 3f6fd42a59836ac1851568bfd367e540 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4602 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 23:58:47 +1300 That lines up with what we saw. Flanges have definitely been apart more than once.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 3a82d24f1e77826e0d6f92083d7e233b Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4597 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:21:05 +1300 He mentioned flow looked okay overall but I agree, tube velocity probably isn’t what it was when it was new

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing […] ]]> 7ba2d2962899cad7a2f5192379e9d702 Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 20:35:38 +1300 One of my guys was on this shell & tube heat exchanger today and it turned into one of those jobs where nothing is failed, but nothing is really right either. System’s been running, but temps have been slowly drifting and nobody’s been paying attention to it until now.

Shell side is condenser water, tube side process, fixed tube sheet. Once… Read more

]]> 16 11dd0625902a8fcf643c17e15bcdb570 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4481/#acomment-4482 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 22:10:55 +1300 Good to see you letting the tech take the time instead of rushing it.b

In reply to - Hugo posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Sent our technician in for what looked like a routine check, but the numbers didn’t line up once he got into it. Appreciate him sticking with it and […] ]]> 31f6de2a6509ae63f304c5f7f9c4c259 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4410/#acomment-4425 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:22:20 +1300 Clearly designed by someone who never had to touch it again.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Today went for this job.From below the ceiling looked clean.Opened it up and… same story again. Multiple units, tight space, no access. And […] ]]> 40d2b4781e4a3f9c3664f7d4e1aea5e3 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4410/#acomment-4423 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:48:48 +1300 And none of them were good 😂

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Today went for this job.From below the ceiling looked clean.Opened it up and… same story again. Multiple units, tight space, no access. And […] ]]> 5faa981440da1cf26f022b332d303373 Carlos posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4410/#acomment-4422 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:40:04 +1300 True. And the tech who shows up later gets the consequences.

In reply to - Carlos posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Today went for this job.From below the ceiling looked clean.Opened it up and… same story again. Multiple units, tight space, no access. And […] ]]>