HVAC Community Hub | Samuel | Activity https://hvachub.co/members/samuel-brown50/activity/ Activity feed for Samuel. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:59:07 +1200 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 86048782c2bcabcdb072cd83820fadbb Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6733/#acomment-6746 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:02:18 +1200 I mean I’ve had a couple customers actually find simple stuff themselves.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Ever had a customer try to fix it themselves before calling you… and make it worse? ]]> ca4ee3c280cc8cad073c4c694c4b0833 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6608/#acomment-6634 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:37:49 +1200 New construction margins are tight you make money on volume not one job.

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 […] ]]> 0fff64153a3c8f4f4fd1dde7ea05cb4e Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6583/#acomment-6592 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:48:11 +1200 Enough to notice a pattern now.

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? ]]> 4edbc0ff7850e877bc06bb5120283a71 Samuel posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices: Callbacks are killing time over small misses lately. […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6583/ Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:27:00 +1200 Callbacks are killing time over small misses lately. Anyone else dealing with this?

]]> 14 c273bb60659002d9b7758bf6b013feaa Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6248/#acomment-6264 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:27:58 +1300 Helicopter lifts cost a fortune. Crane is still the practical option most of the time.

In reply to - Luca posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs New RTUs just landed for a warehouse changeout. Three units going up on the roof later today. Always a bit of coordination getting the crane […] ]]> 83c3381c59b30cee6b524ff90c057c2a Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Hello, https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/6131/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:06:23 +1300 Hello,

]]> 11 0ced3bd9a757f2530c65064d7e4beac3 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5820/#acomment-5845 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:26:11 +1300 it was running above FLA for months before it finally gave up.

In reply to - Aiden posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs This motor’s been making noise for a while. Guess today was the day it finally quit. ]]> b8e2e820fe67a097f722c0fc0b9b04da Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5771/#acomment-5792 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:33:08 +1300 We’re in a smaller market than that and cleared $1.1M with 3 vans. No ads. Just asked for reviews on every job and stayed consistent.

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 […] ]]> 479e5cd44005fe6580c9708114654046 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5653/#acomment-5663 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 01:07:19 +1300 Cast iron takes patience. Lots of it.

In reply to - William posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Cold start on an older boiler today. Took longer than expected to come up to temp. ]]> 6138a738bc7e40a26eb3dc092299017d Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5278/#acomment-5307 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:30:32 +1300 Are you seeing the supply temp swing with a stable call, or is the control backing off?

In reply to - Fabio posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices System starts and runs, but once everything is online the behavior isn’t consistent. Supply temp swings after runtime, heat transfer isn’t […] ]]> 65f1d82e929bf40f8c9063bb57b1734e Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5166/#acomment-5196 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:40:40 +1300 These are the ones that run forever… until they don’t 😅

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 😬 ]]> 9d4e67c4a7b4aea86aa47b172befb0f8 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/5078/#acomment-5103 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:30:20 +1300 Could also be a draft issue. Seen that a few times.

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? ]]> a39c7e6293580c792ea034ee92408d52 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/#acomment-4231 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:56 +1300 Temporary hardware has a way of surviving longer than properly planned installs.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location. Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where […] ]]> b1d1485f7ce1169436ee74403c98ef95 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/#acomment-4229 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:55 +1300 Exactly. Sensors don’t fail first – accuracy does. And once that drifts, everything downstream starts chasing ghosts.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location. Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where […] ]]> 75245d4daece2cfefc406763b399049a Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/#acomment-4227 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:53 +1300 Air movement, heat, and signal integrity don’t play well together in spots like that.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location. Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where […] ]]> 53a1a4f56a438ae33ed83eaa071fc625 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/#acomment-4225 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:51 +1300 100%. Startup gets it running. Commissioning makes sure it stays believable.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location. Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where […] ]]> f0512832e9eb1e3d33d8f8c9511eeb81 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/#acomment-4223 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:49 +1300 That’s the real issue. The device might be fine – the location is what compromises it.

In reply to - Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location. Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where […] ]]> b0a39199659a7daf555785696871f1c7 Samuel posted an update in the group Troubleshooting & Repairs: Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a […] https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/4221/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 20:53:48 +1300 Opened the ceiling expecting to verify a sensor location.
Instead, found mixed low-voltage runs, a temporarily hung device, and airflow right where it shouldn’t be.Nothing here is failed.But this is the kind of setup that causes drifting readings, nuisance calls, and control complaints months later.Commissioning isn’t about mounting the device -… Read more

]]> 10 0400b8d1a53b2d83d26cec0b72ea69e4 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3484/#acomment-3487 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:13:15 +1300 Check minimum position. Some units forget it’s nighttime.

In reply to - Liam posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices Mixed air temp decides to jump 6–8°F every time night mode kicks in, even though OA and RA aren’t moving an inch. Pretty sure the […] ]]> 3099951ec54f3fc8707790fecd483b5f Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3427/#acomment-3428 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:51:26 +1300 Seen that when the control signal is noisy. The VFD thinks the command is bouncing.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors CHW pump VFD is jumping in big 10–15% steps instead of ramping smoothly, and it’s throwing the whole loop off every time it moves. Feels […] ]]> 7d8086dce87e64683d65cd2da9639632 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/3195/#acomment-3210 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:16:54 +1300 I’ll try joining more groups this week. Been swamped lately.

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 & […] ]]> ff28e66c50449996acf3690c30c4521c Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/2620/#acomment-2621 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:06:30 +1300 Check the control signal from the board. I once chased a ‘bad’ motor for two hours and it turned out the board was glitching.

In reply to - Wyatt posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Has anyone dealt with an ECM blower motor that randomly restarts? Power supply’s stable, board looks fine, and no error codes showing. It runs smooth […] ]]> 7e57677829f760c249495da6dbf6f1ea Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1858/#acomment-1867 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:35:37 +1200 Finding techs who can handle VRF is like searching for a unicorn in the ductwork. 😂

In reply to - Lucas posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Been feeling the pinch lately when it comes to hiring skilled techs, especially in VRF and automation systems. It’s like every new hire is […] ]]> 05930384537a72acb94ec63a20973130 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1768/#acomment-1777 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:55:59 +1200 Optimizing chiller efficiency? Just flip a coin! 🤷‍♂️ Both methods are a gamble! 💸

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 […] ]]> 4cb9e2de077b58ec3cb5f23719e94b12 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1747/#acomment-1764 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:55:56 +1200 Evaluate if more ventilation is needed to improve air quality.

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 […] ]]> 9a78b13faaa10c30f77ac285cbf53078 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1416/#acomment-1417 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:31:36 +1200 That design mix is brilliant. Combining radiant floors with smart rooftop units gives you comfort and control-and the solar backup helps nail net-zero over time.

In reply to - Robert posted an update in the group HVAC Tools & Equipment Wrapping up with a commercial gig where the owners aim for net-zero electric operation. The trick? We’ve combined high-efficiency rooftop units […] ]]> faa78ea9327275e85235d856d84dcb14 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/1337/#acomment-1342 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 11:17:11 +1200 Team Controls makes head-only replacements for 3-way mid-position valves too. No need to drain loop or re-pipe.

In reply to - Mason posted an update in the group HVAC Contractors & Subcontractors Had a zone valve actuator that seemed fine but fan times in HVAC schedules were way off. Finally figured out the actuator head was […] ]]> 2c69a52ab35a89def0260bb873b12bea Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/862/#acomment-865 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:43:34 +1200 Photos? I just rely on memory and good faith. Worked great until 2008.

In reply to - Tristan posted an update in the group HVAC Installation Best Practices One habit that’s saved us more than once: taking photos before and after every install or repair. Didn’t think much of it at first, but […] ]]> b7aecaf021a55090edd4da61ebad4f17 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/583/#acomment-587 Sat, 05 Jul 2025 13:54:18 +1200 @Salvatore_Mancini_ We used a duct pressurization test to isolate sections and then manually sealed the major leaks. Worth doing before you start looking at adding more capacity.

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 […]

]]> d61ecdeb335ab07910841d3a1ffa9717 Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/583/#acomment-584 Sat, 05 Jul 2025 13:45:46 +1200 We ran into something very similar on a high-rise. In our case, it turned out to be undersized condenser pumps. The flow rate wasn’t consistent, so the condenser water temp kept jumping, which killed chiller efficiency. We upsized the pumps and installed VFDs to smooth out the flow, and that stabilized the whole system.

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 […]

]]> f4576c1dae42aabc4eb4acc172be527d Samuel posted a new activity comment https://hvachub.co/news-feed/p/299/#acomment-338 Mon, 05 May 2025 05:32:26 +1200 Agree. First thing inspectors notice is the attention to detail.

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!




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