HVAC Community Hub | Leonard | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/leonarddupont_official/activity/ Activity feed for Leonard. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:34:18 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=3.3.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 a789098f9b5684b2170a505be8b1b6cd Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8504/#acomment-8525 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 00:23:43 +1200 Somehow yes. Both still tested fine. The mud was packed around them but hadn’t actually corroded the clips yet. Got lucky on that one.

In reply to - Leonard posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Showed up for a routine maintenance call. Went to pull the disconnect and this is what greeted me. Mud daubers have been running […] ]]> d63401a40a2c999fc3001a192071068f Leonard posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Showed up for a routine maintenance call. Went to pull […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8504/ Tue, 11 Aug 2026 03:03:00 +1200 Showed up for a routine maintenance call. Went to pull the disconnect and this is what greeted me. Mud daubers have been running this disconnect box for at least two seasons by the look of it. Could barely see the fuses under all of it. Customer said nobody has been out here since 2023. Yeah I can tell. Spent 20 minutes clearing this out with… Read more

]]> 13 72c1c094542ebd3a034f9d7c86d53044 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8451/#acomment-8498 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:18:26 +1200 New homeowner with no service history on the system, no float switch on the pan, clogged drain, ceiling damage. She’s about to have a very expensive week.

In reply to - Brandon posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Went outside to check the condensate drain and found this 🙄. New homeowner, bought the house last year, system has never been serviced. The drain […] ]]> 7b97a103355e8337b90825c5bf07aae9 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8451/#acomment-8490 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 05:19:27 +1200 The green staining on the siding means this water has been sitting and growing algae in the line for a long time. When you clear it out flush the whole line with vinegar or pan tabs and tell the customer to do it every 3 months or sign up for a maintenance plan.

In reply to - Brandon posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Went outside to check the condensate drain and found this 🙄. New homeowner, bought the house last year, system has never been serviced. The drain […] ]]> 7cd236a259c16f1be3284b06b6a43f8c Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8305/#acomment-8320 Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:24:58 +1200 This is the work everyone should be chasing. Predictable income, simple checks, builds the relationship for when they actually need a repair or replacement.

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Maintenance contract call on a rooftop today. Carrier package unit installed last year, customer said it’s been running fine but wanted […] ]]> 06768dc0e56aa7bc117dc023e0372964 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8208/#acomment-8263 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:31:23 +1200 Ductless is stupid when you have the roof for ductwork.

In reply to - Pietro posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Does anyone have a moment would like to ask a few questions dealing with a situation got offered a job home is 1300 total sq ft 3br 1 bath with […] ]]> 19c8ee4fac428c3d015640a63848cac0 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8129/#acomment-8133 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:26:46 +1200 YouTube university strikes again.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Lady met me at my truck before I even turned the engine off. Already knew it was the compressor. It was a capacitor. ]]> c2aa8b4b62b40420a9ce316920311a30 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8093/#acomment-8124 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:53:04 +1200 Coil guard screen on the outside would at least stop any further fin damage while it’s running.

In reply to - Liam posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Best way to repair a microchannel condenser coil that took some damage? Bent fins on about a 6 inch section, not leaking yet but it’s […] ]]> a41a3dcca837d4c06e286b8326a541bd Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/8006/#acomment-8016 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 22:53:30 +1200 Pegboard is the move, rest of it will come together.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Finally started organizing the shop. One step at a time 🇺🇸 #hvac ]]> f7f326635529d5f8c678b3334609a4e4 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7914/#acomment-7946 Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:54:21 +1200 I’ve found worse but this one hurts because it was so easy to miss and so easy to find if you actually looked.

In reply to - Tyler posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Customer called saying one room won’t cool no matter what. Found this under the house. Conditioned air has been dumping straight into […] ]]> 304e21a34cf0fb808d3fc723a1dd73b0 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7807/#acomment-7822 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:19:51 +1200 Following because this happens to me weekly.

In reply to - Jordan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Got a customer today who watched a 4 minute YouTube video and informed me my diagnosis was wrong. Video guy has never seen this unit, this house, […] ]]> c42f74a11f96ec09f557053616714fb7 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7763/#acomment-7775 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 20:23:54 +1200 Igniters and flame sensors for furnace season. Capacitors and contactors year round. That combination covers probably 70 percent of my emergency calls.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Question for the group. How many of you actually carry spare parts on the truck versus ordering as needed. I’ve been stocking […] ]]> 6870d6f12f8c3a0c37ace04cfef39f7d Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7619/#acomment-7649 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 09:52:59 +1200 That’s probably where I’m headed if this doesn’t produce anyone. Just takes time I don’t have right now.

In reply to - Jordan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Looking to hire an installer, an advanced apprentice or mechanic who could install a basic 54k upflow with 2 ton coil and condenser by […] ]]> f63149c7022f346abff9159770644a8c Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7468/#acomment-7469 Thu, 28 May 2026 05:06:59 +1200 There’s a big difference between being an HVAC tech who works for himself and being a business owner. Which one are you trying to become? That answer changes everything about how you approach this question.

In reply to - Logan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I want to know, what was your strategy to get to 1, 2, 3 employees? Regarding cash flow, keeping everyone busy, funding trucks and equipment. ]]> 855daaabd9b65e4842340d20be6dd4db Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/7052/#acomment-7053 Tue, 12 May 2026 19:06:14 +1200 Especially when the warranty part takes 3 weeks to show up.

In reply to - Brandon posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Everybody talks about warranty like it’s free work for HVAC companies Meanwhile you’re driving back out, dealing with parts, labor, callbacks, […] ]]> 01592af24e46082b6190981d768e7ce5 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6861/#acomment-6870 Fri, 01 May 2026 08:48:10 +1200 If you don’t charge for that you’re training customers to waste your time.

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? ]]> 4e36ced6c5d06fcb269b79ac80112a49 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6861/#acomment-6866 Fri, 01 May 2026 07:08:25 +1200 I don’t charge full price for something like that. Feels wrong if I’m there 5 minutes.

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? ]]> f5c1173b1748a0bedfe6218dd2854a95 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6583/#acomment-6599 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 21:42:25 +1200 Sounds like guys just rushing and not doing the job properly.

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? ]]> e0ee817903a9d737e9f335ba68bc2d55 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6388/#acomment-6390 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:48:51 +1300 he electric bill on that house must have been something else.

In reply to - Hugo posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Went out on a spring service call this week. Homeowner mentioned their heating bills were a lot higher than usual this winter but figured it was […] ]]> 539b9c6924d13f9edf5b7e94e8b6c43e Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6115/#acomment-6143 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:01:25 +1300 Bigger concern isn’t pricing transparency. It’s income transparency.
If AI starts cutting jobs in other industries, who’s paying for $18k systems?

In reply to - Matteo posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Anyone else noticing customers coming in way more “prepared” than before? Not just YouTube stuff I mean price ranges, part numbers, even […] ]]> fcefe197812993556ac6163c708ba654 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6120/#acomment-6140 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:41:09 +1300 That’s the real test. Paper doesn’t fight you ceilings do.

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 […] ]]> 58793d4509a79113ef4aad32de21cef4 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6013/#acomment-6035 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:10:54 +1300 SkillCat is fine for EPA prep. That’s about it. Nobody’s hiring you because of a $10 online badge.

In reply to - Andrea posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs I’m looking at getting into HVAC and trying to figure out the best first step. Trade school isn’t something I can commit to right now, so I’ve […] ]]> c8ce8ea7beb605d6937ceaf0a57be1bd Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5928/#acomment-5933 Thu, 12 Feb 2026 02:26:49 +1300 Crane operator worth his weight in gold on days like this.

In reply to - Juan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Spent more time planning the lift than the actual setting weights, rigging points, curb alignment, clearances. One bad pick and it’s an […] ]]> 2ce4e0599a2f8fa882d20703c4e8d380 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5746 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 18:25:10 +1300 Exactly. I don’t expect everyone to be thrilled, but at least give me a call first. That’s all I wanted.

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 […] ]]> 1af2292b41c7a46395db458cef6d28df Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5740 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 14:35:52 +1300 Feels about right.

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 […] ]]> 14a37a941dfd37fe0c92e1c59062e3d4 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5733 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:01:01 +1300 Lesson learned the hard way.

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 […] ]]> 3474b480111682a46d465d9d8481cb8d Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5729 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:15:54 +1300 Yeah gonna keep it short and professional. No point arguing online.

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 […] ]]> 6fc77240adc0bce1d13531543fa0c60d Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5724 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:00:12 +1300 That’s what hurts.

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 […] ]]> 393a2414c90d6b9831fdd01da6769461 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5718 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:51:56 +1300 That’s what it feels like. Wish they’d just call instead.

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 […] ]]> a08a057b0090f21d05ebe4f82c6594a3 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5715 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:19:40 +1300 I tried. Google doesn’t care unless it breaks their rules.

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 […] ]]> b3275b1ea76bc0daa5c8f6981b72619d Leonard posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: did a big job for a client recently, everything […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:35:03 +1300 did a big job for a client recently, everything quoted clearly, approved in advance, work done exactly how they wanted it, no change orders no arguments and they were happy when we wrapped up. today i checked google and saw they left a 1 star review with no explanation at all. no call, no message, nothing. stuff like this really messes with… Read more

]]> 15 5be2e55c6d032b00bcc58536619c44bd Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5611/#acomment-5635 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:25:06 +1300 Rubber-lined clamps cost more and slow installs. Builders don’t want it.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Copper line set secured with a rigid metal strap no isolation, no allowance for thermal expansion. Over time this setup transfers […] ]]> 28ab3ff2db70ab0e319eef4622710709 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5486/#acomment-5496 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 02:20:23 +1300 How long has the customer been dealing with this?

In reply to - Matthew posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Runs. Moves air. Still wrong. Temps won’t hold and nothing points to a clean failure. Been staring at duct and balance longer than I planned. ]]> bfd34515c207f01c10f112e9ac983c97 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5465/#acomment-5479 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 19:10:45 +1300 This is why I always check static early now. If it’s high, I stop chasing refrigerant or controls and start looking at returns, filters, and supply paths. Saves a lot of wasted time.

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 […] ]]> 480e6a6759003b155c5cdeea3f0312ec Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5407/#acomment-5426 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:11:42 +1300 I don’t track ROI on socials. I track calls where people say I see you everywhere.

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs For companies using social media, are you posting yourself or having someone else handle it? Worth the effort or mostly branding? ]]> 57fc9d46f6d38f63f4aa8ba4639156af Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5376/#acomment-5389 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:11:16 +1300 Looks like a Schrader core or service fitting. Seen those leak just enough to ruin your day

In reply to - Luke posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Tiny part. Big problem. ]]> ff50ce649635f78b643c889dc3588ca9 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5247/#acomment-5250 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 22:30:05 +1300 Flow hunting or just slow?

In reply to - Owen posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Unit running flow not stable tracking it. ]]> 2340e09697a19aeeb486d86555c8d0d4 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5078/#acomment-5089 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 06:30:58 +1300 Had a customer without heat because of this last winter. Felt bad for them.

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? ]]> ae27e2817d61cee882c23ffef6d47b67 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4755/#acomment-4777 Sat, 17 Jan 2026 14:06:29 +1300 We fixed this by pairing newer techs on the first call, not the second one.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Unit’s running, but I’m not loving the trend on service hours this month. Need to tighten something. ]]> 7968b4de79639fe2f3eebb56442bdf3b Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4433/#acomment-4445 Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:56:59 +1300 I don’t even blame the owner most of the time. They just see a finished space and assume it was done right.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices From the floor everything looked normal, nothing to flag until the ceiling was already open and the ductwork was right there, packed tight […] ]]> a06fe4b67d1d1969aad543c3d3f13d67 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4356/#acomment-4367 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 01:55:14 +1300 Two years is rough. Seeing way too many compressors not making it past the honeymoon phase lately.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs A system barely a couple of years in, and the compressor is already done. Customer chose to move forward with a new R-454B system instead of chasing […] ]]> cde09ef88a0560be1a4239644c598fc0 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4202/#acomment-4208 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:21 +1300 We had similar behavior caused by partially plugged coil headers. Flow showed present but wasn’t usable.

In reply to - Caleb posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Chilled water valve is fully commanded open and actuator tracks correctly. Pump responds as expected, flow is present, but temperature difference […] ]]> ee6ed6a15a4c5f81cee2a26836140dae Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4187/#acomment-4191 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:36:06 +1300 Those are the units that magically get loud at 2am on a Sunday.

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

Walked into this job thinking it would be a quick check. Unit was running, no alarms, temps looked fine at first glance. But the space […]

]]> 12766cd92111c90a7f457a41d9155740 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4170/#acomment-4185 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:36:02 +1300 Looking forward to learning more from everyone here this year.

These fit perfectly with the rest and won’t look forced or repetitive.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Happy New Year from the HVAC Community🥳 Wishing every HVAC business owner, technician, contractor, manufacturer, and student […] ]]> 75592667623bed141d9c1238cdc4ddf5 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4124/#acomment-4131 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:27:29 +1300 Is that even bonded properly? Hard to tell from the pic but it doesn’t inspire confidence.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Came across this while chasing a weird intermittent fault – meter box casing cracked and the whole thing barely hanging on. Customer’s been having […] ]]> a0eb85cc0319a1a8546061af8fe60cee Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4094/#acomment-4097 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:01:08 +1300 If the notes don’t explain the decision, they’re just noise.

In reply to - Salvatore posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Walked into a job with a full service history attached… and still felt like I knew nothing. Notes said checked, adjusted, monitor, but none of it […] ]]> 43b02012c06a77e7550759dad54bf8c7 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4021/#acomment-4034 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:38:05 +1300 Happy holidays to all the techs still working through it.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors 🎄 Merry Christmas from HVAC Community Hub 🎄 Wishing everyone here a peaceful holiday season and a well-earned break. Thank […] ]]> edb56f2c5782d6abb6b5078230eddc86 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3860/#acomment-3861 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:17:32 +1300 Even brief venting is worth fixing. That’s not a “monitor later” issue.

In reply to - Salvatore posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Catching intermittent relief valve venting on the condenser with no high-head alarms or trips. Data looks normal, but something’s clearly slipping […] ]]> 14b044cac0e74a43c9a2fd8cba2000d1 Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3843/#acomment-3846 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:17:17 +1300 If everything else checks out, swap one motor and compare amps side by side.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Noticing condenser fan amps creeping up over a few weeks with no alarms and no visible mechanical issues. Fans still stage and respond correctly, […] ]]> 7381e03a38929e4f7da100517a5d670f Leonard posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3513/#acomment-3518 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:13:36 +1300 Google basically goes it’s cold today so here’s your furnace page. No consistency at all.

In reply to - Jacob posted an update in the group HVAC SEO Accelerator: Rank Higher, Get More Calls Not sure if it’s just us, but Google’s been shifting our rankings around every time the weather changes. Some days our AC […] ]]>