HVAC Community Hub | Edward | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/edwardmitchell_07/activity/ Activity feed for Edward. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:18:08 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.0.5 en-US 30 hourly 2 bdbebfb93b63fa012d961ebc42e6b95c Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7672/#acomment-7678 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:14:58 +1200 If you are known for cheap work you will always be broke. Be known for quality and make money. 40 years of experience talking.

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 […] ]]> 9e3db886d1cd2bd7430de735d11cb823 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7630/#acomment-7640 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:06:57 +1200 Found out by accident when a buddy told me what he was paying. Never assumed again after that.

In reply to - Charles posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs What’s everyone paying for insurance these days. Workers comp, general liability, commercial auto. Small company, 3 techs, 4 trucks, […] ]]> d140db9417c3642b1ac1ba533eaf3502 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7630/#acomment-7631 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:06:52 +1200 Shop every single year. Never let it auto renew. I was loyal to the same agency for 11 years and was leaving $30k on the table annually.

In reply to - Charles posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs What’s everyone paying for insurance these days. Workers comp, general liability, commercial auto. Small company, 3 techs, 4 trucks, […] ]]> 03993b20c62124f4c89da2b6a725bf48 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7553/#acomment-7597 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 03:36:34 +1200 Myth is the one. Every service business owner needs to read it.

In reply to - Nathan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Looking for guidance and possibly a mentor.4 years ago I walked out of my job and started my own thing on a hope, a prayer, and betting […] ]]> 02d65f3511fadf1555997f04aeb3854b Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7421/#acomment-7444 Wed, 27 May 2026 19:57:59 +1200 Mine would have scared me two years ago. Different story now but it took intentional changes to get there.

In reply to - Fabio posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs How are you actually surviving the slow months financially as a small business owner. Not the textbook answer. The real one. January through […] ]]> a7ddb703b24aa713e6ef919bf5009f12 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7370/#acomment-7416 Tue, 26 May 2026 20:28:54 +1200 This happened to my company name got flagged because someone reported it had keywords in it. Even though it didn’t. Google’s AI flagged it anyway. Human review fixed it in 9 days.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs so my google business profile got suspended this morning with zero warning no email. no explanation. just suspended when I went to check […] ]]> 91291c036616b9a9db02672f252fa744 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7334/#acomment-7338 Sat, 23 May 2026 04:07:25 +1200 These are the calls that make up for the nightmare ones.

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. […] ]]> d1c87b580f799abafb3750b0adaa37f6 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7037/#acomment-7117 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:20:36 +1200 At the end of the day customers only see the final number, not what it took to get there.

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, […] ]]> afa7ccd5700d89b9c22deb776cb0cf87 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7112/#acomment-7114 Wed, 13 May 2026 23:25:40 +1200 A lot of premium apparel companies are selling the same cheap quality with different branding.

In reply to - Emiliano posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Need to order new company shirts, hoodies, equipment stickers and yard signs before things get busy again. Last batch looked great for about a […] ]]> 09f55ebe5ea88608dc5e1aee9f96d005 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6978/#acomment-7024 Sat, 09 May 2026 15:42:52 +1200 Most growth came after I raised prices honestly.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Realizing lately being good at HVAC and actually growing a company are two completely different things 😅 Feels like everybody online’s selling […] ]]> ed80cb6bf85c8a87d37914ff4d7dcf80 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6976/#acomment-6988 Thu, 07 May 2026 14:59:43 +1200 There’s a difference between a real concern and someone fishing for a discount.

In reply to - Nicolas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Had a weird situation recently with a customer after a job was already wrapped up. During the work everything was normal. Walked through […] ]]> 47bc5e4ef1bb3af4c3676e9de41c9539 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6861/#acomment-6917 Sat, 02 May 2026 19:27:17 +1200 People forget service calls include travel, fuel, time, scheduling, overhead not just ‘fixing something.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Do you still charge a service fee if it turns out to be something simple like a tripped breaker or switch off? ]]> 996707497417a72e8dc03f81a0e7d322 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6753/#acomment-6756 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:21:19 +1200 They’re basically using you as a free line of credit.

In reply to - Harry posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Got a couple small commercial accounts that are good for the money, but every invoice turns into a wait. Not chasing bad debt, they eventually pay… […] ]]> 6966cff7687b17ae9045d6f732be0721 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6646/#acomment-6669 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:43:54 +1200 Yeah subcool was pretty normal.

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. ]]> 20d860f966ad4b444f88962c683dc267 Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Suction 60 psi, superheat 20+, looked like low charge […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6646/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:27:00 +1200 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.

]]> 11 55920baf717520de9512e9cffb73e7b6 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6608/#acomment-6639 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:11:52 +1200 I underbid my first few just to get in regretted it later when I couldn’t raise prices.

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 […] ]]> 83f07911c3e0aa2eb895dbaa6ec042d6 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6583/#acomment-6589 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:59:41 +1200 Worst is driving back for something you fixed in 30 seconds.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Callbacks are killing time over small misses lately. Anyone else dealing with this? ]]> c35f5766e75e273dda01947b8763db90 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6511/#acomment-6514 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 02:00:05 +1200 As long as it hits deep vacuum and holds, I don’t stress too much about the brand.

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 […] ]]> 36800ea08fb94eb9453ec2bb27532693 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6430/#acomment-6441 Sat, 21 Mar 2026 08:46:24 +1300 The micron level matters less than the decay test after you hit it. Hit 300, isolate, watch it for 10 minutes. If it rises you’ve got a leak or moisture. That’s the part guys skip.

In reply to - Jameson posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Do you pull to 300 microns or 500 microns on a residential install and has it ever actually made a difference in the real world? ]]> 43295787ab350e96a9560c5993df0f58 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6393/#acomment-6415 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:51:22 +1300 Contactor faces look like a car crash.

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 […] ]]> 6d05dbd5068cfd56f058773e2823cead Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6315/#acomment-6320 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:39:07 +1300 Easier said than done on a slow leak. Sometimes you can spend an hour with a leak detector and find nothing. System loses half a pound a year and its basically undetectable on a service call.

In reply to - Andrea posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices System is low on charge. No obvious leak. No oil staining anywhere on the lineset, no traces at the fittings, coil looks clean. Customer […] ]]> 2be2fbe808228942dd7ed5dc33ccebd2 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6169/#acomment-6196 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:40:47 +1300 Exactly. You’re not charging for 2 hours of labor. You’re charging for 10 years of experience.

In reply to - Benjamin posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hi All, ]]> 11c35eea0aabb55b0a1cc117511b27a6 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6160/#acomment-6167 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 03:25:05 +1300 They never do. Field adjust as needed is doing a lot of work on those drawings.

In reply to - Juan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices 30’ ceilings + scissor lift all day. Trying to keep the trunk straight while dodging steel and sprinkler lines. Whoever drew this on paper […] ]]> d72df1afb58915ea5bf7034e662fef23 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6069/#acomment-6082 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:57:22 +1300 Exactly. I’d rather see two techs arguing with gauges in their hands than one just guessing.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Had something weird happen today. Didn’t even realize my techs were out here making bets on what the issue would be. Sent two of them up to […] ]]> e239e69f25303118013166f59799ad10 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5847/#acomment-5848 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:27:20 +1300 What was the reading cold vs hot?

In reply to - James posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Flame rectification dropping below spec once cabinet temp rises past 120°F. Runs fine cold, problems show up after it’s been on a while. ]]> 1e74fc4053b1f40556b8f4007f2ca26f Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5500/#acomment-5501 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:03:47 +1300 We still quote off a basic pricebook. Nothing fancy, but it’s fast and consistent.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Looking for recommendations on sales quoting software for unit replacements. Not trying to overcomplicate things just want something consistent, […] ]]> 8a4e2b04846396d4f89eb2484ca7bc68 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5465/#acomment-5472 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 13:12:35 +1300 I’ve seen rugs, mattresses, even Christmas trees blocking returns 😂

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer calls saying the unit sounds like it’s running but the room never gets comfortable. Temps look normal, system cycles, nothing obviously […] ]]> 43ad790860dcea21d0c5ccd41ce4ddeb Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5368/#acomment-5375 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 03:10:09 +1300 Welcome officially then 👍

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs First post here, so thought I should finally introduce myself 😄 ]]> 8698fcc0958d09263b5eb43837ba4ca7 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5166/#acomment-5198 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:32:09 +1300 Yeah… this one got discussed after the tools were packed 😬

In reply to - Noah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Still running… just waiting for the right day to ruin someone’s schedule 😬 ]]> 618bd448bd86a54f7d29d6b278ead83d Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4964/#acomment-4978 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:47:25 +1300 Seen a lot of rooftops where someone just made it connect and walked away.

In reply to - Juan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer complained about poor airflow and high runtime even though the unit was cooling. Pressures were fine, compressor was doing its job, but […] ]]> a98763e89e94a22c6524e41723449c18 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4834/#acomment-4850 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:41:16 +1300 That’s the problem right there.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices GN. Done for the day. Still scrolling work stuff though. ]]> 1fc00d1466945732406dbe12c35102fa Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4834/#acomment-4845 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:30:08 +1300 Exactly how it goes.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices GN. Done for the day. Still scrolling work stuff though. ]]> 4b360d54a96cc9e5d17c4d968b915655 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4834/#acomment-4842 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:00:02 +1300 Can’t shut it off that easily.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices GN. Done for the day. Still scrolling work stuff though. ]]> 2018d0333c45dbb063eaa479625202de Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: GN. Done for the day. Still scrolling work stuff though. https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4834/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 07:10:41 +1300 GN.
Done for the day.
Still scrolling work stuff though.

]]> 6 e742834efcc559749b089543e9d608f7 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4259/#acomment-4266 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:57 +1300 Milk today. Needed something comforting 😅

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment It’s freezing outside today. One of those mornings where the coffee matters more than usual.Pretty sure half the day is just trying to stay warm and awake. ]]> a2c31b1f1cbd3b6a5c8022f82b0f5073 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4259/#acomment-4263 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:55 +1300 Same here. Not even pretending it’s my last.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment It’s freezing outside today. One of those mornings where the coffee matters more than usual.Pretty sure half the day is just trying to stay warm and awake. ]]> 495ea7162c5e28fab797f708f3307317 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4259/#acomment-4261 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:51 +1300 Facts. Feels like it disappears in five minutes.

In reply to - Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment It’s freezing outside today. One of those mornings where the coffee matters more than usual.Pretty sure half the day is just trying to stay warm and awake. ]]> 16afbf6a45292c387b8af8aabfccae61 Edward posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment: It’s freezing outside today. One of those mornings where […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4259/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:50 +1300 It’s freezing outside today.
One of those mornings where the coffee matters more than usual.Pretty sure half the day is just trying to stay warm and awake.

]]> 7 a04d392907409e1521c7355da5e3bc16 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4248/#acomment-4255 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:46 +1300 We usually only catch this when someone complains about dust or smells, not performance.

In reply to - Liam posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Internal fiberglass insulation inside the unit has degraded and detached. The insulation has sagged into the airflow path, collecting dust and […] ]]> e825b5d6bb4d99ad34da27fd22993b4d Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4107/#acomment-4108 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:27:09 +1300 Experience makes people comfortable. Comfortable people stop double-checking.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Callbacks are often blamed on lack of experience. But in many businesses, callbacks increase after technicians […] ]]> 07c2c67b9a13103afd6b5e0c5ed66510 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3996/#acomment-4001 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:37:39 +1300 Seen reheat fighting dehumidification more times than I can count.

In reply to - Daniel posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Seeing supply air humidity creep up even though leaving air temperature stays right on setpoint. Cooling looks fine on paper, but the […] ]]> 7436e24ee9ad947195cfc2654efe53c6 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3172/#acomment-3179 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:55:50 +1300 Wait till they ask you for the itemized cost of your toolbox.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Pricing & Contracts Masterplan Why do some customers want a full parts breakdown like they’re building the unit themselves this weekend? Can you list every screw, clamp, […] ]]> fdf7bfa42bc80ed11ecbab7457ec2000 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3069/#acomment-3082 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:21:21 +1300 I’ll invite a few friends who work in HVAC. That should help.

In reply to - Tyler posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment I’d love to see everyone getting more involved across all the groups here. Jump in, share your thoughts, ask questions, and support each other – it […] ]]> 56c57a86fcfa6a5a08fb982d17bd08ec Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2837/#acomment-2848 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:16:49 +1300 Also make sure the static pressure sensor tubing isn’t kinked or too close to a fitting -that can give false high readings.

In reply to - Eric posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Newly commissioned duct system keeps tripping high static pressure alarms at full load – fans and dampers check out fine. Looks like a sizing or […] ]]> 57fc9efbb670364dda1807027bb1cd95 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2506/#acomment-2511 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 13:56:45 +1300 Check the VFD parameters first – ramp rates or voltage limits can cause intermittent drops.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Variable speed drive blower isn’t ramping properly -voltage keeps dropping intermittently, connections all checked. Could this be VFD […] ]]> b0910c877a8f689226bcb6d3fc49ec6c Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2426/#acomment-2427 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:08:13 +1300 I always summarize the scope in a short paragraph at the top – clients love the quick overview.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Pricing & Contracts Masterplan Contracts aren’t just paperwork-they’re your tool to protect your business, set expectations, and build trust. The trick is […] ]]> cf3270055a017c12c926bed86a5fda53 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1747/#acomment-1748 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:55:53 +1200 Sounds like you might want to dig into the ductwork a bit more. I had a similar job where airflow looked fine, but later found some crushed ducts hidden in the ceiling that were killing the IAQ. Also, consider checking the fresh air intake; a lot of times it gets blocked or misconfigured, which can cause all sorts of stale air problems. Keep… Read more

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 […] ]]> 4ac4151d5da8d5ade0447b214c539d21 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1591/#acomment-1594 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:00 +1200 I keep it short. If they want details, I explain in person.

In reply to - Theo posted an update in the group HVAC Pricing & Contracts Masterplan One area that always seems to create friction in HVAC contracts is the warranty clause. Some contractors go super detailed-covering […] ]]> 7357934acec7af3f63a4e189917ffc69 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1382/#acomment-1391 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:18 +1200 Make sure supply and return are balanced. If you’re flowing tons of fresh air without a return, pressure flows to hallways-and every doorway becomes a humidity trap.

In reply to - Agustin posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Two rooftop units serving four floors of common corridors-straight into concrete block walls, no return grills inside. Humidity in […] ]]> 4c0aba5e6da6d789e5b4c9f92a2ed171 Edward posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/583/#acomment-592 Sat, 05 Jul 2025 20:06:47 +1200 Check your chilled water temp sensors. We’ve seen issues where faulty readings mess with staging logic. Once recalibrated, things started running smoothly again.

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

I’m honestly pretty stressed right now. We’re working on this big office project, and the chillers are just not keeping up during the peak […]

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