HVAC Community Hub | Henry | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/henry_mitchell_71/activity/ Activity feed for Henry. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 c40140f8d84179581076baa644f78616 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6677/#acomment-6715 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:42:42 +1200 They didn’t call you back because they didn’t need to.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Quoted a job customer said they’ll think about it… then you see the same job done a week later by someone else. No feedback, no call back, […] ]]> 587eae0c30a0ede65d841b18ca9eff67 Henry posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Callback for low cooling. Pressures look like a […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6419/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:54:11 +1300 Callback for low cooling. Pressures look like a restriction. Traced it back to the lineset inside the wall kinked at the corner where it turned. Hard kink. Suction line nearly pinched shut.Wall is already drywalled and painted.Nobody caught it during the install because nobody checked it before closing the wall up.

]]> 10 42448e2d921883bf92bf407689f6b1d9 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6353/#acomment-6382 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:45:38 +1300 Original drier on a spring startup should always be on the checklist. Cheap fix that gets overlooked every time

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Carrier 24ACC636, R410A, 3-ton. First startup of the season. Suction 115 PSI Discharge 445 PSI. Superheat 8°F. Subcooling 18°F. Ambient 74°F. Charge […] ]]> e17693c87577f01bc77d3f4f26c6bbe4 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6369/#acomment-6381 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:47:21 +1300 Diagnosed a bad compressor on a system that wouldn’t start. Quoted the customer a replacement. Went back to start the job and noticed the disconnect fuse was blown. Single fuse. System fired right up

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Worst misdiagnosis you’ve made that turned out to be something embarrassingly simple. We’ve all been there. Spent an hour or two […] ]]> cfbb09e4f928ab2185ac282340d553d9 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6326/#acomment-6341 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:49:58 +1300 Vibration faults on rooftop units will do the same thing. Screw backs out just enough under operating vibration to break contact. Everything looks tight when the unit is off.

In reply to - Elijah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Three hours. Checked the board, checked the contactor, checked the capacitor, checked every connection in the system twice. Everything […] ]]> 05606de51311f34dd35b85ec7f2eb411 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6244/#acomment-6253 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:46:22 +1300 I’ll repair if it’s accessible and customer understands there’s no guarantee.

In reply to - Luke posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices How are you guys handling leaking evaporator coils these days? Are you still repairing them when it makes sense, or just going straight […] ]]> 2150b513375e12d89299c668c84edc8e Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6088/#acomment-6111 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:00:45 +1300 That’s what worries me. Newer designs don’t give you much margin.

In reply to - Henry posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Seeing more systems lately that just run longer and feel weaker. Makes me wonder how much oil fouling gets ignored in residential. ]]> d7aefa1a2215fd61e8d52e52fad8f5ed Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6088/#acomment-6107 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:01:35 +1300 Could be both. I’ve opened clean-looking coils that still didn’t transfer heat the way they should.

In reply to - Henry posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Seeing more systems lately that just run longer and feel weaker. Makes me wonder how much oil fouling gets ignored in residential. ]]> fc8998d0c4bfdd41c130f808db33465e Henry posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Seeing more systems lately that just run longer and […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6088/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 10:28:25 +1300 Seeing more systems lately that just run longer and feel weaker.
Makes me wonder how much oil fouling gets ignored in residential.

]]> 10 58ac8da1e56e9189e80adc0eaf136329 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5970/#acomment-6031 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:10:50 +1300 They want you buying new gauges. Simple as that.

In reply to - Daniel posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Has anyone successfully added R-454B or R-32 to the SMAN 360, or is that only supported on the SM380V? I’ve been digging through updates and […] ]]> 83f94e50d4d43fe578a8d8ad87d98d68 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5514/#acomment-5540 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:12:30 +1300 Those dampers look like they’ve had a rough life.

In reply to - Elijah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Damper blades are bent and out of alignment. Even with the actuator calling, airflow isn’t modulating evenly, which explains the uneven […] ]]> 2e6317cf36de7eaeeff12a7b2676d42b Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5247/#acomment-5300 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 10:31:45 +1300 Cold room flow issues always look small at first but then😂

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Unit running flow not stable tracking it. ]]> 072c1bac0b7ce027aeb969a2897e95af Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5129/#acomment-5138 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:30:35 +1300 Nice reminder that not every problem is electrical or control related.

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 […] ]]> fea979f92d847359c90e3153674f62d1 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5033/#acomment-5045 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:31:23 +1300 Unit’s broken but the camera roll is thriving.

In reply to - Jacob posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Put the phones down, the unit’s watching 👀😂?? ]]> f97009b64a13ef282fb7d856964ee9d8 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4948/#acomment-4953 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:44:46 +1300 But hey, it’s spinning so it must be fine.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer’s been saying the air never really feels strong even though the system runs all day. Opened it up today and this is what we’re working […] ]]> 2d8f079bcf660bd564a578992a5d0aa5 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4824/#acomment-4855 Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:05:56 +1300 Looks like a nightmare to service.

In reply to - Adam posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Well… that’s a solution. ]]> 9a26e2f874cb282b62599247a0474e16 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4690/#acomment-4703 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:40:17 +1300 Usually when everything tests fine and it still feels wrong, it’s because the problem is about to show up next week.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Was checking voltage at the condenser today and had that moment where everything looked fine… but my gut said otherwise. Didn’t chase it right […] ]]> 51e74cc52ed338330df53797b1c12fc3 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4529/#acomment-4557 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:40:42 +1300 If those matches flicker, you already know the answer.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Alright HVAC fam… This tool + these matches… what am I hunting today? 😅 Who’s got it? ]]> a33c31e7907917c50ad5ad960d346722 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4456/#acomment-4466 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 07:45:21 +1300 Sometimes messy wiring isn’t the root cause, it just makes the real issue harder to find.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Opened the unit and found no single failed part, just inconsistent behavior caused by messy wiring and multiple small issues stacked […] ]]> 477842fa026bf63b3e165e881abb3584 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4068/#acomment-4075 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:00:51 +1300 Oil + higher amps = clock’s ticking.

In reply to - Noah posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Pulled the cover and found oil dripping out of the motor housing. Unit’s been noisy on startup and drawing a little higher amps than usual. Looks like […] ]]> c094137881b4683187a758fbb65e4823 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3812/#acomment-3819 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:01:22 +1300 We explain upfront that pricing and reviews are separate. Usually shuts it down quickly.

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group HVAC Reputation Powerhouse-Win Trust, Dominate Reviews, and Stand Out Outline Had an awkward situation today – customer hinted they’d leave a bad review if we didn’t adjust […] ]]> 7c2533d1fd4850869311063adde153a9 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3279/#acomment-3286 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:10:10 +1300 This is what happens when nobody changes filters. Looks exactly like half the calls I get.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Opened up this evap coil today and found this sitting in there. Explains the airflow complaints… but I’m sure there’s more hiding in this thing. ]]> cfe34c652a21983f94293d0943dd14e0 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2957/#acomment-2966 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:59:05 +1300 Try running it with the access panel cracked open. If it stays running, you’ve got airflow or recirc issues.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs RTU heat stage acting up today. First cycle runs smooth, then after a short call, it locks out for no clear reason. Flame looks solid, pressure […] ]]> 5484a178fb787bae9b2e950ed129a698 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2883/#acomment-2890 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:03:19 +1300 I’ve seen a few techs grab used boards off eBay, but half of them arrive dead or corroded. Not worth the gamble for that price.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Ran into a Tempstar furnace today with a fried motor control module – and of course, it’s one of those DC boards that no longer exist anywhere in […] ]]> 61f89b7109f66f29c0709e3754acdb00 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2800/#acomment-2801 Sat, 01 Nov 2025 13:55:24 +1300 I’ve seen this a lot lately. Usually ends up being sensor drift after a few months of heavy use.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Anyone else facing issues with thermostat calibration lately? Some of our smart thermostats are showing 3–4°F off from actual room temperature, […] ]]> 951e8819982dd46eec55ff77c1c14935 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2654/#acomment-2657 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 18:32:04 +1300 Could also be a partially blocked filter drier or liquid line. Happens more than you think.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Working on a rooftop unit and noticed suction pressure dropping intermittently even though load and airflow seem fine. No obvious leaks, […] ]]> 7318edf7fc6051c8f43f30ceea6679c8 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2540/#acomment-2541 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:55:33 +1300 Check the TXV first – a sticking valve often causes low superheat and liquid floodback.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Suction superheat is extremely low, and I’m seeing liquid refrigerant returning to the compressor. Unsure if it’s TXV sticking, overcharge, or piping issue. ]]> bab171a8f76d1dc1851cb6b23ac23934 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2363/#acomment-2378 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:47:37 +1300 Funny enough, one 1-star review turned into a long-term client after we responded properly.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Reputation Powerhouse-Win Trust, Dominate Reviews, and Stand Out Outline Hey friends, Ever thought about how much power your reputation has in your […] ]]> 84c557b430de6ce5beb5373ccc5bf0b3 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2294/#acomment-2303 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 21:24:23 +1300 We removed our homepage video to improve loading speed and saw more inquiries.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hey friends, I’ve noticed something while going through a few HVAC websites-most look great but don’t convert visitors into […] ]]> 0450db5194f45a461cb32805434ba60f Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2069/#acomment-2080 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:58:02 +1300 Do you guys actually test them regularly or just hope they work?

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 […] ]]> 1dc870527afd6348998066f59edb4e47 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1768/#acomment-1783 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:01 +1200 Cutting approach temps meant dead spots in airflow for me, had to fix some ductwork to even things out. Real pain but worth it!

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices While optimizing chiller efficiency on a recent project, I found myself caught between reducing approach temperature and improving the […] ]]> 166ebd3c5f0fd783d325e23909757604 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1427/#acomment-1434 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:48 +1200 Quick tip-mark open/closed states on valves with paint, so it’s obvious at a glance during service.

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 […] ]]> 79b910a9e16e9927d073e1fde4f83904 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1382/#acomment-1397 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:22 +1200 If pulling fresh air from corridor, isolate return path with filters to avoid backdrafting into tenant spaces.

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 […] ]]> 0af398524c2c8e2537a343cfad40715d Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1275/#acomment-1286 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 06:43:13 +1200 Use compressed air gently and keep the power off-blowers aren’t fans of electric arcs.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Removed nearly 5 lbs of built-up dust and grime from a 10-year-old blower motor housing last week. The system felt quieter immediately, […] ]]> 41e113ab6c4f16846f8ba51772181d9a Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1247/#acomment-1252 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 20:26:07 +1200 Stocking cabinets from Danfoss are also solid-keep hose ends, adapters and die tools neat and nearby.

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 […] ]]> 5352acb1a3175041b26070e9462ccb21 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1155/#acomment-1161 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:39:29 +1200 Quick fix that worked for me once-replace the thermostat plate. Had a bad batch of Nest backplates causing dropouts.

In reply to - Andrea posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Lately, I’ve been running into a weird issue on a couple of residential jobs. The smart thermostats (Nest + Ecobee) randomly go offline for a […] ]]> ec0f120ac450f2c3536eab403c6bd8d0 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1106/#acomment-1126 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:25:27 +1200 Sizing header piping for max flow with <1 PSIG drop gives space for future compressors without repiping later.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Finished our compressor room install: compressors on vibration pads, 3 ft service aisles all around, supply/exhaust venting ducted outside, condensate […] ]]> db071238cd8745820a65ef1fa94c2a35 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/941/#acomment-946 Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:17:53 +1200 We balanced airflow with ECM fan adjustments instead of re-drawing ducts

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 […] ]]> 0ccf9e3f09147b754e29dd565a1164b4 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/887/#acomment-892 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:43:40 +1200 I regret not buying those magnetic parts trays sooner. Lost so many screws… RIP.

In reply to - Harry posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment I avoided digital manifolds for years.Finally bought one last month—and wow… should’ve done it way sooner. Faster, cleaner, way more […] ]]> 980fc1cb304d49f78a06544c48784a59 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/412/#acomment-447 Mon, 05 May 2025 09:15:21 +1200 I’ve started learning every task myself. Can’t rely on others all the time.

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 […]

]]> 7a2991feb44b39841a38b92a3bded621 Henry posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/200/#acomment-228 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:22:02 +1200 I always ask the customer if they have pets—affects filter choices.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices

HVAC Installation – Where It All Starts

Over the years, I’ve learned one thing that’s never failed me: no matter how high-end the equipment is, […]

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