HVAC Community Hub | Lucas | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/lucas-taylor/activity/ Activity feed for Lucas. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 9014d0f806b71770d8a1f88ae4e06058 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6753/#acomment-6763 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:46:28 +1200 Some accounts are worth dealing with some aren’t.

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… […] ]]> 18ca4fea8a12457e2c43be36fa9f487c Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6315/#acomment-6348 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:48:19 +1300 If I can’t find the leak I at least put dye in and document it. Next visit or next tech has something to work with. Just filling it with no record of anything helps nobody.

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 […] ]]> 7a123d25094f135b8e251b697f4732be Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6306/#acomment-6322 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:26:19 +1300 Thats why you dont itemize it. line item says specialized labor not sub markup.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs When you guys bring in a sub on a job, do you usually mark up their labor or just pass their rate through to the client? ]]> 7920ef5ea81d397250557d216641b204 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6271/#acomment-6276 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:36:18 +1300 Fan will still kick with cooling anyway.

In reply to - Tyler posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs ]]> 9e1b123914225ed31549c919ef42fcaf Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Just closed on a house built in the 1920s and the […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6218/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 03:50:44 +1300 Just closed on a house built in the 1920s and the furnace looks pretty new installed around 2022 from what I can tell. While walking through everything I noticed a lot of the return vents are blocked off or covered up behind trim and built-ins. Not sure if that was done intentionally during renovations or just over time. Is there any legit… Read more

]]> 8 0e54e008e6e4f29571a8f39ab5701db2 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5847/#acomment-5856 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:27:09 +1300 This is why intermittent issues are the worst. Everything checks out until it doesn’t.

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. ]]> 309082d9a7f6dc4be0f9d4fd3420252f Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5712/#acomment-5743 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 16:27:02 +1300 This is the worst part of running a service business now. You can do everything right, communicate clearly, follow the scope, deliver clean work, and still get burned by one bad review with zero explanation. Customers don’t realize how much weight one star carries, especially on Google, and they don’t give you a chance to fix anything before… Read more

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 […] ]]> 367fa3b495102cbb1b1213afd12ec0bc Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5439/#acomment-5444 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:10:59 +1300 I’m still doing most of mine manually. It’s slow, but at least I know the numbers are right. Haven’t found a tool I fully trust yet.

In reply to - Juan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Hello ]]> ce94111caddf01c8f65813e904772a75 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4972/#acomment-4990 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:25:52 +1300 If owners actually restocked on time, techs wouldn’t hoard.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Restock time ]]> 3322c6e552cf7bc696765e20e9aba70a Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4972/#acomment-4987 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:20:36 +1300 Never is the right word.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Restock time ]]> 5af0f1306a47d5a5d5be3f26fd88cf57 Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Restock time https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4972/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 05:50:06 +1300 Restock time

]]> 6 17e2a9c32ca7e44404a289fbbfba9ea4 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4960/#acomment-4961 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:45:00 +1300 When I see writing on duct, I know I’m the second or third guy there.

In reply to - Charles posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Someone before us clearly had a long day here. Arrows, notes, airflow directions written straight on the duct. You can tell they were […] ]]> 12d4d41fab94b6893a22ef7be8111b51 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4598/#acomment-4612 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 03:31:05 +1300 Day off just means no uniform. Mind’s still clocked in.

In reply to - Juan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Honest question because I’m curious On your day off, are you actually resting or still thinking about work you shouldn’t be thinking about? ]]> 2cedf1f2afdb315c2f8f096234af3a03 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4529/#acomment-4548 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:43:31 +1300 That’s a “don’t turn it on yet” setup 😅

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? ]]> df30c6d889ecb1aea8e8a024f22f3940 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4531/#acomment-4545 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:21:08 +1300 Don’t get pressured into doing stuff you’re not comfortable with yet. Seen too many new guys get thrown under the bus when something goes wrong. Ask questions, protect yourself.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Starting out in HVAC and realizing how much there is to learn – any advice from the field? ]]> 7becc7d20c8e3c26d195fbd90959778b Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4386/#acomment-4393 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:51:06 +1300 Callbacks like this are why I document everything now. Temps, amps, notes – all of it.

In reply to - Noah posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Ever leave a job thinking, System’s running… should be fine? Pressures look okay. Air’s cool. Customer seems satisfied.Then your phone […] ]]> 02b077a029b1729e9983938db5731353 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4370/#acomment-4382 Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:37:02 +1300 Ah yes, the it’s fine but it’s not fine unit.

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

The hardest issues are the ones where nothing is technically wrong.

]]> fdc07c6945f32cc04480165fe2878804 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/#acomment-4279 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:48 +1300 Always ends that way.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. ]]> 26d88297ae5e0ab88340b97bdcefc960 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/#acomment-4277 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:47 +1300 Exactly. Eats time quietly.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. ]]> b98bd08fcf59a5a9456ea0851e43f8e1 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/#acomment-4275 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:46 +1300 Pump looks innocent so far.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. ]]> 4ecf89343901b12eb1c7852f07f148e9 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/#acomment-4272 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:43 +1300 Pump gets blamed first, piping usually guilty.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. ]]> 254e8a7409c68ec100eb73bfce12fe4f Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/#acomment-4270 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:41 +1300 Everything lines up when running. Shutdown is when it tells the truth.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. ]]> 5fe0420983fd8c869e419b20c02b688d Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown. https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4268/ Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:44:40 +1300 Pump keeps losing prime after shutdown.

]]> 11 a1f36368ed63d1f0894bba6f633bf333 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4202/#acomment-4211 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:41 +1300 Seen this when valve authority is too low. Looks open, but coil never really gets what it needs.

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 […] ]]> 8e1de95675dcebf30c0fa19007a28c27 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4068/#acomment-4073 Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:00:49 +1300 I’ve had a couple where they ran like that for months… but they sounded awful the whole time.

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 […] ]]> f58697df4ec3dbcae54009ac3900de2b Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4012/#acomment-4015 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:37:50 +1300 Dew point down there is probably higher than the SAT. That duct never had a chance.

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 […] ]]> 6c8006b825a58f5bb3fd28c9548ac5b0 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3843/#acomment-3848 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:17:19 +1300 This is the kind of trend you want to catch early. Nice spot.

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, […] ]]> 6ee926feffe04b44d6328124918804a1 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3555/#acomment-3564 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:36:51 +1300 Trend the valve command vs. actual valve position vs. DP. If the valve position isn’t matching command, it’s mechanical.

In reply to - Nicolas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Got an AHU coil losing every time the CHW pump VFD ramps down, even though the control valve shows 100% open. Strainer’s clean, no air, CHW supply […] ]]> 6421ad3da565b349a73b774ee665dbcc Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3359/#acomment-3360 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:19:41 +1300 Mixed air sensor probably lying. If that thing drifts, the unit starts guessing.

In reply to - Luca posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Seeing an RTU economizer pulling in way more outside air than it’s commanded to. Minimum position looks normal in the BAS, but mixed air temps keep […] ]]> 18945f4670d43fd3c2d658b8bde35c0a Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3331/#acomment-3340 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:48:19 +1300 Check the wiring. Loose or oxidized terminals will make the temp bounce around without throwing an alarm.

In reply to - Cameron posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Got a strange one today: several thermistors are drifting 5–7°F again right after calibration. ]]> df9e5f02a01daa35a8be99e32ccf6a49 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3247/#acomment-3274 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:17:31 +1300 Let’s see who posts the funniest pic first 😂

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 […] ]]> 1a4d0f05915973d06a730906d4220c7c Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2898/#acomment-2905 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:03:32 +1300 Had one last month doing the same. Ended up being a bad discharge temp sensor confusing the control board.

In reply to - Adam posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Had my hands full with an AAON AHU today. The compressors don’t sound healthy at all – that unload cycle rattles like it’s struggling to […] ]]> be8fbc7a2792f03f7911ededdff93a30 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2637/#acomment-2648 Sat, 25 Oct 2025 14:07:11 +1300 If only my inbox was this obedient 😂

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 […] ]]> 094a9aecf14a3a2d1705f63aa1bcced7 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2426/#acomment-2437 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:08:22 +1300 Reminding clients that contracts protect both sides usually eases tension and builds trust.

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 […] ]]> 7b5ceaf35c2e6c6359337a190b7536d6 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2314/#acomment-2322 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:37 +1300 Haha, classic! Definitely worth checking before replacing anything.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Rooftop unit here – compressor keeps short-cycling. Pressures look normal, but it shuts down randomly. Anyone run into this? ]]> 4eacda9d01e4df3a3e6fd44e591b946e Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2314/#acomment-2320 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:36 +1300 Ah yes, I’ll monitor suction superheat and liquid lines this afternoon.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Rooftop unit here – compressor keeps short-cycling. Pressures look normal, but it shuts down randomly. Anyone run into this? ]]> a8324dd8e511ce5635dee5a6dda18ffb Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2314/#acomment-2318 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:35 +1300 Good point, I’ll inspect the board and connections next.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Rooftop unit here – compressor keeps short-cycling. Pressures look normal, but it shuts down randomly. Anyone run into this? ]]> f9ebd38a676ec321749ade959b3ab4bc Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2314/#acomment-2316 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:33 +1300 Thanks! I’ll check the high-pressure switch first before opening the compressor.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Rooftop unit here – compressor keeps short-cycling. Pressures look normal, but it shuts down randomly. Anyone run into this? ]]> fc95e0c81c3e7a411715cb074c9a4ca8 Lucas posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Rooftop unit here - compressor […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2314/ Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:28:32 +1300 Rooftop unit here – compressor keeps short-cycling.
Pressures look normal, but it shuts down randomly.

Anyone run into this?

]]> 8 2ee5d7b33c8b09710ec6f77501ed70ff Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2220/#acomment-2229 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:11:17 +1300 Do you guys prefer pre-formed sleeves or insulation tape for long runs?

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Last week I visited a commercial site where the cooling system wasn’t performing efficiently. After checking, I noticed that several refrigerant […] ]]> 1a988d52b79f7c9b1d12aa3b942da1a6 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2158/#acomment-2167 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 18:23:42 +1300 Would love some guidance on documenting HVAC installs – not sure how to make it useful for everyone.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hi friends, I just wanted to say – this community works best when everyone shares their wins, fails, and tips. Even a small […] ]]> e96dc5ecd4a5255f52f197e72709d95c Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1944/#acomment-1957 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:05:21 +1200 Sure, go ahead. Your AC might start a rebellion 🤣

In reply to - Jacob posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Can I use R410A in an older R22 system if I change the oil? Would it affect efficiency or damage the unit? ]]> 03227dfdacf260478e347b62a2d33fd5 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1921/#acomment-1926 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:36:26 +1200 Forget automation; my 3-person crew already battles our ductwork like we’re in a high-stakes game show!

In reply to - Jameson posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Just sat in on a demo for this full HVAC automation blueprint—scheduling, dispatching, invoicing, the whole nine yards. It looked incredible, […] ]]> cb151d3e733e4f302572ef495addff48 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1789/#acomment-1802 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:05 +1200 Flat fee isn’t always realistic; some changes are time-sucking.

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Been on a job lately where everything was running smooth as butter. We were wrapping up an install when the client suddenly asks if we can add an […] ]]> 029a7ce023cb9c3638022a5c39b06664 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1591/#acomment-1605 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:06 +1200 Too much detail just scares clients, they think we’re hiding things.

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 […] ]]> 92ee3149b5125abe86c04756e1bc3557 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1568/#acomment-1585 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:10:55 +1200 We underpriced once and lost big money. Learned the hard way.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Pricing & Contracts Masterplan One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that pricing jobs in HVAC is never one size fits all. Material costs, labor, warranties, and […] ]]> 474330c305c195329c38a05939a53363 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1399/#acomment-1408 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:29 +1200 Sounds like the unit’s playing “coffee break”-disappears in the afternoon, then gets back to work refreshed.

In reply to - Logan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Working on a mid-century split system with no obvious faults: filters & coils clean, refrigerant levels check out, yet the unit still cycles […] ]]> 761675b343e5d7c3c5e03cc36101022f Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1073/#acomment-1085 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:43:28 +1200 Sometimes it’s the tech’s boots vibrating on the sheet metal 🤣-get your head to the blower.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Customer reports a high-pitched squeal from their A/C on startup. Blower belt’s new, bearings oil-changed, panels tight-noise still there. Any ideas […] ]]> 51cddbac5e84e8ab2694d3d4908e29e3 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/997/#acomment-1007 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:17:20 +1200 Material delivery ahead of crew start is key interface it with sub schedule.

In reply to - Agustin posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors We had a major job delayed 3 weeks because the duct subcontractor fell behind-ended up implementing weekly progress syncs and a shared […] ]]> 250c90376691b4fd74e52b19871f2561 Lucas posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/841/#acomment-860 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:43:33 +1200 We started doing “working interviews”—pay them for a day and see how they move on-site. If they’re not solid by lunch, we don’t call back.

In reply to - Daniel posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Anyone else feel like finding good crew is harder than landing new jobs these days? Work isn’t the issue—we’ve got contracts lined up for […] ]]>