HVAC Community Hub | Dylan | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/d_wright/activity/ Activity feed for Dylan. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 be8b6860fc84381d4e8019acc9c9e4b3 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6504/#acomment-6567 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:44:56 +1200 We’re kind of in between right now, some jobs we do manually, some we test software on.

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 […] ]]> 569a1653389912afdbd5f12b0efd2d79 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6120/#acomment-6122 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 02:02:20 +1300 Did you design it for friction rate first or were you working backwards from available space?

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 […] ]]> 54beca650f612cedba57d92b65c4d5f3 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5722/#acomment-5741 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:26:51 +1300 Main road location looks nice but most people find you online anyway.

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 […] ]]> 1e850d2f5ad1aab0076f0523a29664f4 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5671/#acomment-5695 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:51:33 +1300 Does it clear off at all? Is the fan running? Any weird noises during defrost?

In reply to - Wyatt posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Noticed my outdoor unit basically turned into an ice block after the last stretch of brutal cold and snow. I know some frost is normal, but […] ]]> 2303d0deaa125a406e6affe730bbbd15 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5433/#acomment-5435 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:10:16 +1300 Was it flex or lined hard pipe?

In reply to - Salvatore posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Chasing airflow issues and it turned out the return liner was pulled in and packed solid. Unit kept taking the blame, but air was […] ]]> c8980737caf3ed9bddd3ac43008c5ab6 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5362/#acomment-5397 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:14:40 +1300 Any chance airflow across the outdoor coil is restricted? Snow, clearance, or bent fins can make defrost look worse than it is.

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 […] ]]> 26471e7e0988df4fde6ebb90924acd06 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5204/#acomment-5239 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:31:32 +1300 No complaints, just happy there’s a space like this.

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 […] ]]> 04d5dae32675896d465a97fabc580102 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5141/#acomment-5145 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:31:26 +1300 Seen plenty of pressure is fine calls that weren’t fine at all.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs This gauge tells you a lot if you actually pay attention. Pressure can look fine, but restrictions or flow issues usually show up here first. ]]> 2291a6bda07b03ef845fdd0f157608fe Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5072/#acomment-5077 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 01:30:48 +1300 Bought a whole pack for this reason.

In reply to - Matthew posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Had plenty of Schrader valve cores last week. Needed one today gone. ]]> 201db6f7bd634b4c4236423557e3ddd4 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5037/#acomment-5066 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 14:10:59 +1300 Is this what custom ductwork means?

In reply to - Connor posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Walked into the basement and just stood there for a second. No idea who designed this run or how many hands touched it. It works… […] ]]> 457f4f9574592699825cdb1ba8e37223 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4914/#acomment-4920 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 02:46:07 +1300 Customer would say it’s been like that since the house was built.

In reply to - Luca posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the wall expecting to swap a control wire and walked straight into this. No box, no connectors, bare copper twisted and buried like it was […] ]]> 3e70d68946ce6780aa6548bfdf53c729 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4595/#acomment-4650 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:30:39 +1300 Shell & tube: I’m not broken… I’m just tired.

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 […] ]]> 0adf837ef186e61e174bb3bb2bb0adcf Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4012/#acomment-4013 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:37:47 +1300 I can smell this picture already.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Basement mechanical room, duct running overhead, and you can already see moisture marks starting on the ceiling nearby. Room stays cool, but […] ]]> e1cf88322e62f12d7908226ea0a0f93d Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3961/#acomment-3966 Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:42:19 +1300 “Before” is never a date anyone can remember.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Everything checks out on the unit, but the customer insists it was working better before. No alarms, no faults, temps are in range yet the […] ]]> 22fff022a9d2603f21d42fb29325c5dd Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3420/#acomment-3426 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:51:25 +1300 Fair. If it’s slipping even a little, that would explain the drift.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Noticed the chilled water bypass valve drifting open even though there’s zero command from the BAS. Delta-T tanks the moment it moves, and then it […] ]]> e59d1cabeeb454919bfbdb7cc4c53051 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3420/#acomment-3424 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:51:23 +1300 Interesting… actuator feels kinda weak on this one too.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Noticed the chilled water bypass valve drifting open even though there’s zero command from the BAS. Delta-T tanks the moment it moves, and then it […] ]]> 02ab01d40bf7934e774eb7ad3cddd1a8 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3420/#acomment-3422 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:51:22 +1300 Yeah that’s exactly how it looks. Command is flat but the valve slowly wanders.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Noticed the chilled water bypass valve drifting open even though there’s zero command from the BAS. Delta-T tanks the moment it moves, and then it […] ]]> 91a4a2557be5399454a1eba5e928715e Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Noticed the chilled water bypass valve drifting open […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3420/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:51:21 +1300 Noticed the chilled water bypass valve drifting open even though there’s zero command from the BAS.
Delta-T tanks the moment it moves, and then it slowly creeps back like nothing happened.
Feels like the actuator or the valve is doing its own thing, but I can’t pin down why it keeps opening on its own.

]]> 6 aebd5acc22c2d51094273f1a5e377abf Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3247/#acomment-3252 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:17:13 +1300 Love this update. Who posted the first pic? 👀

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors 📢 Hey everyone, good news! A lot of you have been asking for this for a long time… and yes, we were quietly working on it in […] ]]> 3a747dc616c42676a43684f42f0fc367 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3195/#acomment-3196 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:16:40 +1300 Thanks for the reminder. I didn’t realize there were so many groups available.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Just a quick reminder for everyone – we have multiple groups inside the community like CRM, automation, SEO, pricing & […] ]]> a81d62efda6bcfe4719b4429d8fa59b1 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3017/#acomment-3020 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:20:26 +1300 If amps are low, the motor’s not working. Bad winding or weak start section even on a new motor. Happens more than you think.

In reply to - Nicolas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Out on a commercial RTU today and the “new” condenser fan motor isn’t moving air the way it should. Voltage and cap are spot on, but the RPM is […] ]]> c8d911750a306240b6c244d5413d78b4 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2970/#acomment-2973 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:59:10 +1300 Check if the fan staging is intentional. Some systems stagger start to reduce inrush current.

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 […] ]]> 98799a30d17e45a1eac55e74a919b086 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2737 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:42 +1300 True. Slow and methodical usually wins on this kind of job.

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 […] ]]> c692daca644ea6305688a5eb2d97411e Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2735 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:40 +1300 Thanks for the tip. Last thing I want is to chase it deeper.

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 […] ]]> e0c93ed34e5ebaf2d460c6081769e1ba Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2733 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:39 +1300 Makes sense. This one was an off-brand tool, probably time to upgrade.

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 […] ]]> a9bec573e897086b4e335c5a937d311e Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2731 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:38 +1300 That’s a solid idea. Anything to avoid cutting open lines if possible.

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 […] ]]> dace178c9d44164b28e72146446fe4f0 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2729 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:36 +1300 Good point. Haven’t opened it yet, but that’s next on the list.

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 […] ]]> 4bfa4500a236cda7d3bbce2d26b718d9 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2727 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:35 +1300 Smart. Never tried watching for oil movement while flushing. Will give it a go.

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 […] ]]> 2e125c358cd1fea3aa9347caf9ec8d9d Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/#acomment-2725 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:34 +1300 Yeah, that’s what I’m afraid of. Hoping it didn’t make it all the way to the TXV.

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 […] ]]> e30c67bffe2da5a425b62b2ffb532bfe Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Had something strange happen on a service call today. […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2723/ Thu, 30 Oct 2025 20:08:33 +1300 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 got drawn into the suction line.
Now we’re seeing signs of a restriction, but can’t pinpoint where that piece ended up.

Before we go blasting nitrogen through the lines, just wondering if anyone’s… Read more

]]> 14 c65228b879d0515afacbe70c95891301 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2637/#acomment-2640 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 14:07:06 +1300 Can you connect with me and show how this works in practice?

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Hey friends, Automated email follow-ups are a game-changer for HVAC businesses – they help build trust, convert unresponsive […] ]]> 8fcefaee225989a1f6ea5d122bd8cb60 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2582/#acomment-2585 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:57:37 +1300 Avoiding spammy subject lines really works – simple words can trigger filters.

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 […] ]]> 21bb550356fc5a1d97c0acc3bcbf9f0e Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2525/#acomment-2528 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:55:25 +1300 Honestly, I think most energy savings come from building insulation, not tweaking HVAC units.

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 […] ]]> 318fd9f304adfe76f533bc20ba80ab5d Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1617/#acomment-1644 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:25 +1200 Great points, but how do you prevent automation from feeling “too robotic” for clients?

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 […] ]]> fa5df23b08dfd8824cf57a9b4c111cc3 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1443 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:56 +1200 Agreed-this one’s a reminder for all of us.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> 9f3873dd6705d185cc6c757d2e97f59c Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1441 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:54 +1200 Already slotted that into my next service sheet-super useful for consistency.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> a5751db6a359a9a374bb65d56b6bc6fd Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1439 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:52 +1200 Interesting-sometimes the smallest missteps make the biggest mess.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> d27c3ca1f5288201c103611af98b0c35 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1437 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:50 +1200 😂 HVAC mystery solved by “just turn the valve”-makes you smile and facepalm.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> 8f82cfe4c379a69eb1acc6bc67dce846 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1435 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:49 +1200 Great call-painted quick-turn handles now.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> a60a550000a95219b9538b46d16183a8 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1433 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:48 +1200 Added that-I even snap a quick photo of final positions for busy crews.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> bbba1c36c4c98731dcbb6f536f9260f5 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1431 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:46 +1200 Yep-one checklist item now: “Valve Positions” right up top.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> 385a22cce32f5a0e0950c84454937a41 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1429 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:45 +1200 Exactly. Both systems were sluggish until pressure balance restored-simple fix, big payback.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy […] ]]> d590e9b05e763e7366ee279a14da4f47 Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Walked into a commercial job today to find two […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/ Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:44 +1200 Walked into a commercial job today to find two 15-year-old VRF indoor units throttled flat-out every morning-full on fan speed, fuzzy airflow. Turns out the service valve on the condenser was barely open. In less than 10 minutes, a simple quarter-turn on the valve made both units go from dragging to breathing freely. Has anyone else had a… Read more

]]> 16 d49e871db10b8e90997c5bfec5b681bb Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1247/#acomment-1254 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 20:26:08 +1200 Floor hoses are like snakes-always trip someone. Rack or bust.

In reply to - Marco posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Upgraded my hose storage: installed a wall-mounted aluminum rack for quick hose hang-up, plus added a water/oil-resistant “Hose Hauler” bag for vacuum […] ]]> 4baa47a19e05d60865fe476bb33c2b25 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1092/#acomment-1100 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:25:21 +1200 NEMA 3R piping is great-it withstands outdoor washdowns or damp climates.

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, […] ]]> e439c881908938ba7bb3872f5dec6d8a Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/941/#acomment-948 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:17:54 +1200 400–450 CFM/ton boosts sensible capacity and reduces latent load.

In reply to - Liam posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Most commercial systems run well below spec—our audit showed 340 CFM/ton vs. the ideal 400 CFM/ton—and over 60% of systems suffer low […] ]]> a22d11388c065886ea6302c8821741bf Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/915/#acomment-925 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:47:46 +1200 We built our lead magnet and embedded the form on our website using a lightweight CRM.

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: […] ]]> f300a6a0f09c240bb21eb660a5d38eb6 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/915/#acomment-923 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:47:46 +1200 We built a lead magnet: “Ultimate HVAC Maintenance Checklist.” People download it, we follow up. Turned into about 10 solid calls per month.

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: […] ]]> 2ed64955fe6bd2f3d135ece40567aed2 Dylan posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/412/#acomment-434 Mon, 05 May 2025 08:59:03 +1200 HR doesn’t understand site problems. They hire based on degrees, not grit.

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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