HVAC Community Hub | Pietro | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/pietro_gallo/activity/ Activity feed for Pietro. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 ff3b9fbdb40304bd2b5fe472999ce9ac Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6775/#acomment-6794 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:23:41 +1200 Yeah that’s what I’m debating small increase vs noticeable jump

In reply to - Pietro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Hey, ]]> d252d4f36785306071f2c25d65d278a1 Pietro posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Hey, https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6775/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:04:00 +1200 Hey,

]]> 12 701dc58a7d9a871e31d0a1f7c80fd995 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6753/#acomment-6766 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:07:14 +1200 I had a big account like that years ago, always behind. Kept me busy but kept me broke too. Had to drop them eventually.

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… […] ]]> c8640a21faeab4b6f765065713f97a45 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6664/#acomment-6696 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:02:06 +1200 Compressor was out there trying to survive on half power 😄

In reply to - Robert posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Swapped a contactor today that looked fine at a glance, but under load it was dropping voltage across the contacts. Getting about 240V in, […] ]]> 4f86e753677288ed988b5567d652fc3e Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6115/#acomment-6132 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:35:31 +1300 Fair 😂
Information doesn’t equal skill.

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 […] ]]> c1e9c6af95ee0b7b13ad19934f6a131c Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5807/#acomment-5821 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:25:18 +1300 Property management companies. Once you’re in, you’re in… but they will squeeze you.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Trying to push more commercial work and still figuring out where the real leads come from. We do HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen equipment service […] ]]> 0df2c8b256048e4325f31dec1a0bf509 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5771/#acomment-5786 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 14:33:29 +1300 Facebook groups will take you far, but they cap out. Google reviews , Maps is what pushed us over the edge.

In reply to - Tyler posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Mid-size market, roughly 900k population in our service area. Median household income around low 70s. We’re running 2 trucks plus me still in […] ]]> 9e56ca657e459ff33ee2dca90109ce89 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5598/#acomment-5610 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:25:08 +1300 New construction margins are thin unless you’re set up for volume. If you’re not, it’s tough to compete.

In reply to - Ethan posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Trying to tighten up how I’m pricing new residential builds. I’ll go deep into plans, take my time, and still end up missing jobs or finding out […] ]]> 3a5c4d4b9e6f7cbf9c258101ca4c640b Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5376/#acomment-5383 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:21:01 +1300 Always the smallest part that brings everything to a stop

In reply to - Luke posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Tiny part. Big problem. ]]> 49e658a37acc79e6d5dd00d1d2195dbc Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5348/#acomment-5360 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:11:51 +1300 These jobs are why experience matters.

In reply to - Grayson posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Ran into a situation on this unit where performance just wasn’t lining up with what we expected. Everything was technically running, but the […] ]]> 8292a3e190fd8b38dc1a21d3458773c9 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4934/#acomment-4945 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:45:04 +1300 Nah, this is just bad habits. Nothing deep about it.

In reply to - Luke posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Came here to do one thing, forgot what that thing was, and somehow I’m still scrolling like it’ll come back to me. ]]> 11892eae512c286cfe6ba6cc37360515 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4544/#acomment-4577 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:22:00 +1300 I’d meter it under load. Static voltage can look fine and still drop when it calls.

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Check ground and incoming voltage before blaming the board. A lot of ‘bad boards’ aren’t bad at all. ]]> 592c912b6cd2b5f19ef71785dbb89239 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4233/#acomment-4240 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 17:58:35 +1300 Looks like one of those units that’s surviving on habit, not maintenance.

In reply to - Emiliano posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors This unit’s been running longer than it should without anyone actually checking it. Numbers were fine. But the panel told a different […] ]]> 3cb7d5d5dc16b6ebd54ccbc45f1f27e0 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4055/#acomment-4064 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:46:18 +1300 Double-check actuator stroke and direction. I’ve seen reversed feedback fool BAS.

In reply to - Adam posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs CHW control valve is fully closed, but the coil keeps picking up heat. Supply water temps stay steady, yet return temps say flow is still […] ]]> e3c97170ce0e6639622b019f621cdec6 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3898/#acomment-3905 Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:44:24 +1300 Cold snaps always find the weak link – trucks, tools, people.

In reply to - Jordan posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Pulled up to a call this morning and the service truck wouldn’t start – battery was fine, fuel was fine… cold just hit it harder than […] ]]> d0400f2deef7cb8ddae0926c8813c994 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3889/#acomment-3892 Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:44:12 +1300 “Losing less” is a good way to put it. That’s exactly what automation fixed for us.

In reply to - Matthew posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint I used to think our office was on top of things. Then I started noticing how many follow-ups depended on someone remembering – […] ]]> 9d91229036f23b5e988778d14fd3d8e9 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3792/#acomment-3793 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:00:22 +1300 This is exactly why we stopped using vague wording. Anything not listed becomes a “freebie” in the client’s mind.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group HVAC Pricing & Contracts Masterplan Running into an issue with a maintenance contract that looked fine on paper but keeps getting stretched in real life. Client keeps […] ]]> d6932f37ed16ec585cd4888e72956bb5 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3359/#acomment-3362 Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:19:43 +1300 Minimum position in the BAS doesn’t mean anything if the blades aren’t sealing.

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 […] ]]> 31d829d6455c3818bc4b3c0e88970469 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3195/#acomment-3206 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:16:50 +1300 Where do I find the SEO group?

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 & […] ]]> 8576b8c3027e464f65d53020937c4b93 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3045/#acomment-3054 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:20:56 +1300 I don’t think it’s the damper. Probably a handful of VAVs sending bad airflow readings and closing too aggressively.

In reply to - Dylan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Was checking a VAV system today and the static pressure kept jumping all over the place- from 0.9” straight up to 1.6” the moment a few […] ]]> a3a0b6fb609689a1828c0ae505afb98f Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2867/#acomment-2872 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:17:09 +1300 Our website analytics look completely different now. Calls, forms, and quote requests all went up. You’re doing something right.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC SEO Accelerator: Rank Higher, Get More Calls I’ve been reviewing a lot of SEO data from HVAC members lately, and it’s clear – ranking on Google doesn’t […] ]]> b2a35b45961010c92f97dc4b758eb07e Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2665/#acomment-2672 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 14:26:11 +1300 If it’s a multi-pump system, check pump sequencing. Sometimes the control logic causes random dips.

In reply to - Jack posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices I’m troubleshooting a chilled water pump with a VFD – pump is running, amps look normal, but flow rate is inconsistent. Sometimes it dips even […] ]]> bc908ee30cf1aaa734b2af0050f45156 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2560/#acomment-2567 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:56:23 +1300 Check for low load conditions – partial load can sometimes make the coil freeze without other obvious signs.

In reply to - Liam posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Noticed the evaporator coil icing up on a commercial AC. Airflow looks fine, refrigerant charge seems correct, but the coil keeps freezing […] ]]> ff0174595b0563b01fce643acbce5291 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2492/#acomment-2499 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:02:07 +1300 I don’t think it’s overcharge -your suction readings should be lower if that were the case.

In reply to - Connor posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Condenser fan motor is spinning fine, but discharge pressures are high and system isn’t hitting setpoint. No obvious airflow restrictions – could this […] ]]> 3300880cd76e8a106017ed420f6a0c45 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2363/#acomment-2364 Thu, 16 Oct 2025 05:47:27 +1300 We’ve started asking customers to leave a Google review right after service- leads have jumped noticeably.

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 […] ]]> 9b558001c4892dfd3ab6636795f8c4cb Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2231/#acomment-2246 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:11:29 +1300 I think a weekly thread for tips or small wins would help organize things.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Hi friends, I may not know all the technical details, but I love seeing how everyone learns and grows here. This community […] ]]> c94a4dda79252e9d4e70e90f4bcb969a Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2082/#acomment-2087 Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:58:07 +1300 Funny thing -I almost ignored automation thinking ‘I can do it myself’ now I wonder how I survived before.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group The HVAC Automation Blueprint Hey HVAC pros, I’ve been thinking a lot about how automation is changing our industry-and honestly, it’s a game-changer. One […] ]]> 40e9393054511bd1987b8de15dbe520c Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2018/#acomment-2025 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:29:31 +1300 Can a CRM also remind clients about pending quotes automatically, or do we have to do that manually?

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC CRM Playbook: From Lead Capture To Customer Loyalty Hey guys, Let’s talk about quotes – one of the most important steps in closing HVAC jobs. A lot of […] ]]> 04d32715fcbd5f15dedd9ed3ff4774a4 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1970/#acomment-1989 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:05:45 +1200 Can we schedule a quick call? I want to talk about setting up a CRM for my team.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Reputation Powerhouse-Win Trust, Dominate Reviews, and Stand Out Outline 👨‍💻 Why Every HVAC Business Needs a Proper CRM Setup One common challenge I notice […] ]]> d1aa64b05357ad21676803a83d025916 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1810/#acomment-1821 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:11 +1200 Not all clients need a full HEPA setup; sometimes a solid filter does the job.

In reply to - Leonard posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Been working on a few jobs lately where the clients are really pushing for PM2.5, CO₂, and VOC levels to be part of the discussion. It’s […] ]]> ee34db117ed6f03cf7cb371135edc6d4 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1789/#acomment-1796 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:56:04 +1200 Nothing like wrapping up a job and suddenly playing hide and seek with a duct! 😂 I always quote a flat fee for those surprises; keeps the peace and my sanity! 💪

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 […] ]]> 2d0ba59d5a303ee5c38a6872c635d9c7 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1617/#acomment-1654 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:33 +1200 I’d like some direct help to set up automation for follow-ups. Can you handle that?

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 […] ]]> dcf0750a35f976e5ab8a3f227ea8460f Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1591/#acomment-1609 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:11:07 +1200 We add an exclusions list: no coverage for misuse or neglect.

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 […] ]]> a82ca793983a3932c626f60c69c03f37 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1568/#acomment-1587 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:10:56 +1200 Do you guys add escalation clauses for material price changes?

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 […] ]]> 9122d701f59b64d8ca922c26f66bd1a1 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1527/#acomment-1554 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:10:30 +1200 Thank you for this, we often forget testimonials matter for SEO too.

In reply to - HVAC Community Hub posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment If your website isn’t showing up when prospects search for services, you might be missing out on easy wins. Here are 3 things every HVAC […] ]]> 23e609c99ca9f8585f3a35e06b1b869c Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1520/#acomment-1523 Sat, 06 Sep 2025 19:10:04 +1200 Have your techs ask in the moment-right after solving a tough problem or going the extra mile. And always respond thoughtfully to negative reviews; a well-handled complaint can actually impress future clients.

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group HVAC Reputation Powerhouse-Win Trust, Dominate Reviews, and Stand Out Outline Here’s something that’s been driving me crazy lately-spent hours fixing a client’s HVAC […] ]]> 5dafd697fb5f225dbcc98af6633b7826 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1051/#acomment-1061 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:43:21 +1200 Left service side clear for access inside panel and terminated walkways – site safety and code clean.

In reply to - Hunter posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Just finished a rooftop install with proper clearances: 36 from wall, 72 between units for the larger 15‑ton split condensers, and at least […] ]]> 822dd5de669bc38a22734baa88aab3c9 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1009/#acomment-1017 Sat, 19 Jul 2025 09:17:22 +1200 Invest in quality -Klein, Milwaukee, Fieldpiece gear lasts longer and works under pressure.

In reply to - Mathew posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Upgraded our service truck: aluminum ladder rack, modular shelving, Fieldpiece SMAN460 digital manifold, vacuum pump, refrigerant scales, multimeter, […] ]]> f6bceff400bd35b6bdafe714854006fb Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/583/#acomment-601 Sat, 05 Jul 2025 20:22:23 +1200 Make sure nothing in the BMS is triggering load-shedding during high usage. We’ve seen “energy saving” rules accidentally throttle performance.

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 […]

]]> 6c32fbd7ada0f5f51e8c8818a4f9e721 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/528/#acomment-535 Tue, 06 May 2025 07:05:10 +1200 Present a cost-benefit analysis to show how rushing leads to higher costs. Use Navisworks for clash detection to prevent delays during construction.

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

Hey team,

I really need your input on something serious we’re facing in a current project.

It’s a large-scale HVAC job—but the design coordination is […]

]]> 6c13f23513065923a8d8cd0183f5b46c Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/485/#acomment-494 Mon, 05 May 2025 12:19:22 +1200 I swear, valves are the root of all HVAC evil. Same thing happened to me.

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

Had an interesting moment today on an office project. We were troubleshooting a server room with a 100 TR chiller, and everything seemed fine. […]

]]> 84c154f483f8d08ee745d1bdf0f468b1 Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/299/#acomment-340 Mon, 05 May 2025 05:34:59 +1200 Absolutely agree. Callbacks kill profit.

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

HVAC Install Tip of the Day:

Level it, seal it, size it right!

Clean work = happy clients + fewer callbacks.

Quality work always shows!




]]> 316d409ae3a2cef8c0406f1272e5664d Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/300/#acomment-312 Thu, 01 May 2025 10:53:04 +1200 Improper slope on the drain line. Flood risk waiting to happen.

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

What’s one common install mistake you hate seeing out there?

I’ll go first: Sloppy line set insulation!

Drop yours below—let’s make this a […]

]]> 4bc190fbbaee4575f28a5262d2d1431f Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/158/#acomment-165 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:14:25 +1200 FLIR One sits in the van.

In reply to - Matteo posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment

Been thinking about this a lot lately — there’s tools I grab every single day without even thinking, and there’s others I thought I had to have, but […]

]]> 9d9c1267a94e93e9de829c81028855bb Pietro posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/124/#acomment-133 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:02:33 +1200 Any chance the unit’s just vibrating and sending noise through the system?

In reply to - Zachary posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Hey everyone, I’ve been running into an issue with one of my systems lately. It’s been making a strange noise when it kicks on, almost like a […] ]]>