Best Hydronic Podcasts (2025)

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Refrigerant Adjustment Mode 31:46

5d ago31:46

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Send us a text On this episode, Paul, Steve, Juan and Bryn are in Chicago talking about refrigerant adjustment mode on City Multi equipment. They discuss when to use it, and what values should be monitored when checking the charge of a system using this function. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening!…

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Mental Health & the Construction Industry 27:41

7d ago27:41

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Send us a text May is mental health month and Tim and John welcome in Lisa Murphy, HR manager for MTech Mechanical, a 600-employee, Colorado mechanical contractor located in Westminster. We talk mental health and what MTech is doing to help reduce the stigma. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple and G…

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The role of pressure on making things cold 56:07

8d ago56:07

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Welcome to "Taking the Temperature on HVACR," hosted by Jamie Kitchen. In this insightful episode, Jamie is joined by regular guests, Jorg Saar and John Broughton, as they delve into the intricate relationship between temperature and pressure within refrigeration systems. The discussion covers the fundamentals of the refrigeration cycle, emphasizin…

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Behind the Microphone 57:33

13d ago57:33

57:33

Send us a text On today's episode, Paul, Steve and Bryn discuss how they started in the HVAC industry, and how ended up at METUS. From prior education positions, trade schools, and completely different professions, the Technical Instructor team has a wealth of diverse knowledge that makes for some interesting perspective. Stay tuned for future epis…

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ICC & the American Tradesman 40:09

14d ago40:09

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Send us a text This week, John and Tim welcome Matt Sigler, Executive Director of Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas at the International Code Council (ICC). Matt talks everything codes—from thought to adoption—a global, uniform code and the Windsor Declaration. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple an…

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Going on a VRF Service Call with Kelsey Farraher 58:05

20d ago58:05

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Send us a text On today's episode, Paul, Steve and Bryn speak with Kelsey about going on a service call for City Multi VRF systems. Kelsey breaks down some important tools, and some helpful tips for getting through the service call efficiently. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.m…

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Plumb to Life Part II Featuring Larry Jones 30:19

21d ago30:19

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Send us a text The American Plumber Stories return to Soledad State Prison (Season 5, Episode 6), this time with Larry Jones of Universal Plumbing, Augusta Ga. Larry talks about hope, purpose and sharing his message to those people that have a name, a family and feelings. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through th…

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Installing the Procon with Ed Blair and Colin O'Halloran 39:07

27d ago39:07

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Send us a text On today's episode, Paul and Bryn speak with Ed and Colin about the Procon. The Procon is used to incorporate an M or P series residential unit into a Building Management System. They discuss the proper installation steps, and common installation mistakes made on initial startup. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Trainin…

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The Fuel Guy 28:41

28d ago28:41

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Send us a text This week Tim & John talk with Robert O'Brien, director of education for the National Oilheat Research Alliance or NORA. Robert is also president of the Oil & Energy Service Providers (OESP) and former owner of Technical Heating Co., a contracting company located in Mount Sinai, N.Y. Bob knows ... The For The Pro® app is available fo…

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Grid Resilience with CEO Mark Kuntz 41:46

1M ago41:46

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Send us a text On today's episode, Paul, Steve and Bryn chat with METUS CEO Mark Kuntz about some of the ways Mitsubishi Heat pumps and other technology can actually reduce the stress on our electrical grid. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at me…

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This Is Not Your Grandfather's Heat Pump 30:57

1M ago30:57

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Send us a text David Rames, senior product manager for Midea, stops by the Appetite for Construction podcast to talk about developing the best HVAC system in North America. And yes, we talk heat pumps and the necessary education behind it. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple and Google app stores, do…

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Beyond the Setpoint: What do we control in a refrigeration system? 54:29

1M ago54:29

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While the space temperature in a refrigerated space may be used to control the refrigeration system, there is a lot more going on that we must also take control of. The thermostat initiates a pump down cycle to control/limit refrigerant migration to protect the compressor and enable defrost to occur more rapidly. Control over the temperature, humid…

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Maintenance Tool With The Tiger Team 53:49

1M ago53:49

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show the boys speak with Tiger Team members, Shawn Tauss and Brandon Russell, as they explain what they look for when using Maintenance Tool to diagnose equipment CITY MULTI equipment. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishico…

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Paving a Path to the Trades 22:50

1M ago22:50

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Send us a text This week the guys talk with Elizabeth Silva and Betsy Conway. Through a Lowe’s Foundation Gable Grant recipient, The Master’s Apprentice, Elizabeth Silva, a single mom and apprentice plumber, began her journey and is empowering women like her to excel in plumbing. Betsy Conway is director of the Lowe's Foundation. Subscribe to the A…

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IRA and other updates with Dana Fischer 47:07

2M ago47:07

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the boys speak with Senior Director of Regulatory Strategy for Mitsubishi Electric US, Dana Fischer, as he updates us IRA, tax credits, and other governmental stuff. We manage to sneak in a little ice cream too. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listeni…

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Unsung Hero 26:58

2M ago26:58

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Send us a text Meet Bridget Cramer, director of marketing for Lindus Construction, Baldwin, Wis. She joins the guys to talk all things marketing from a builder's perspective. Oh, and why is she considered an "unsung hero"? You'll have to listen to find out. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple and Goo…

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Inside the World of Oatey with Katherine Lehtinen 30:51

2M ago30:51

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Send us a text On this week's Appetite for Construction podcast, John and Tim welcome in Katherine Lehtinen, senior vice president of marketing for Oatey, as she takes us behind the curtain for all things Oatey. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple and Google app stores, download it today! Subscribe t…

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Y-Series Changeover with Ed Blair 41:28

2M ago41:28

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the guys bring on Ed Blair to discuss the different ways to accomplish seasonal changeover with a Y-Series system. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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American Plumber Stories: Jorge Arias 33:12

2M ago33:12

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Send us a text As the vocational plumbing instructor at the Correctional Training Facility (CTF) Soledad State Prison in California, Jorge Arias is transforming lives. He is giving inmates a purpose, teaching them plumbing through lecturing, code books and hands-on learning. Spencer Brown joins the show as the guys recap Season 5, Episode 6, "Plumb…

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intelli-Heat with Anthony Belokas 43:37

2M ago43:37

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show the boys bring on Regional Sales Manager Anthony Belokas who tells us about the intelli-Heat dual fuel system he recently installed in his home. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at metustechsh…

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M&P Maintenance Tool Vitals 35:04

2M ago35:04

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, Paul, Bryn, and Ralph discuss properly connecting and using the serial cable kit for Maintenance Tool with M&P systems. They also discuss how Maintenance Tool can be used to detect issues with refrigerant charge, restrictions, and faulty components. Check out our youtube channel called the METU…

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Blazing Trails with Angie Snow 31:14

2M ago31:14

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Send us a text Most importantly as a mother of four, Angie Snow joins the show to discuss her career—from juggling home life to co-owning a HVAC company to her involvement with Women in HVACR and Women in Plumbing and Piping, her work with ServiceTitan, and being a woman in the trades. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devi…

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Hydronic Balancing in Multifamily buildings 26:10

2M ago26:10

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In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVACR, host Jamie Kitchen welcomes special guest Maiken Hansen to explore the world of hydronic balancing. They discuss how unbalanced heating systems in multi-family buildings can lead to cold tenants, noisy radiators, and high energy bills—and how dynamic balancing solutions can improve comfort, reduce…

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Why Compressors Fail 38:45

3M ago38:45

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Send us a text In this episode of The METUS Tech Show the boys discuss the importance of oil and some of the causes of compressor failure. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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Mary-Anne Bowcott: From Plumbing to Personal Growth 32:53

3M ago32:53

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Send us a text If you haven't checked out Season 5, Episode 5, Rock Bottom, of the American Plumber Stories, you need to. The guys catch up with Mary-Anne Bowcott, @the_ladyplumber, as she tells her story of rising up through the dark times in her life to become a successful businesswoman, and social media content creator. In her own words, "I'm al…

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From Technician to Sales Manager with Taylor 42:56

3M ago42:56

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show we commemorate "International Women's Day" by bringing on METUS' Area Sales Manager Taylor Kristiansen. Taylor tells the boys how she became a top Tech and her Journey in the HVAC Trade. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsu…

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Wear Blue for World Plumbing Day 34:16

3M ago34:16

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Send us a text Celebrate World Plumbing Day March 11 by wearing blue. Did you know that approximately two million Americans still don't have access to clean water? The guys catch up with Robyn Fischer, Senior Director, International Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH), North America, about the IAPMO arm that is doing great things for t…

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Bryan Orr of HVAC School 57:40

3M ago57:40

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Send us a text In this, the 100th, episode of the METUS Tech show, the guys speak with Bryan Orr. He is the Co-Owner of Kalos Services Inc., an Orlando area HVAC contracting business, as well as the host of the # 1 rated "HVAC School Podcast". We find out how it all got started and what's ahead. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Traini…

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Defying the 3 Tenets of Plumbing with Saniflo 35:37

3M ago35:37

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Send us a text Poop goes downhill, payday is on Friday and don't bite your fingernails. This week the guys catch up with Chris Peterson, Director of Sales, Saniflo, Inc., who discusses how a macerating system differs from a conventional toilet, as well as where and why a contractor or a homeowner would use a Saniflo product. The For The Pro® app is…

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More Fan Mail 35:47

3M ago35:47

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show the boys answer fan mail pertaining to Minimum line sets, M-Pro, DSB, Wi-Fi adapters, and more. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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The 2025 AHR Podcasts: Frank Windsor, Rinnai & Seth Hiler, Viega 29:12

3M ago29:12

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Send us a text The last of the AHR Podcast Pavilion sessions, the guys talk with Frank Windsor, president of Rinnai North America, as he talks about the regulatory drama surrounding non-condensing tankless water heaters. We also talk with Seth Hiler, part of the Viega training team. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices…

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Noise vibration in commercial refrigeration and AC systems 35:52

3M ago35:52

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Join Jamie and John in this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC-R as they tackle noise and vibration in commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Discover the causes, impacts, and practical solutions to enhance acoustic performance and system efficiency. Perfect for cooling installers looking to optimize their installations and m…

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Friday Shorty: Dan Foley & the Carlson/Holohan Award for Industry Excellence 14:26

3M ago14:26

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Send us a text Good friend Dan Foley, Foley Mechanical, Lorton, Va., was the recipient of the 2025 Holohan/Carlson Industry Award of Excellence during the recent AHR Expo in Orlando. It is awarded to those who dedicated his/her life to the pushing the hydronics industry forward. Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favo…

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Duct Static 53:32

3M ago53:32

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Send us a text In this Episode of the METUS Tech Show, the boys talk about the importance of static pressure in ducted systems. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected] Mitsubishi Electric Trane US

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2025 AHR Podcasts: Taco's Johnny and Ben White, Jason Norman, Milwaukee Tool's Alec Dietzel 49:01

3M ago49:01

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Send us a text AHR has come and gone but you can catch up with the Appetite for Construction podcast from the show. On this episode, the guys talk with John White, Jr and Ben White from Taco, Jason Norman @hvac_jay604, project manager for Emerald Green Mechanical, and Alec Dietzel, senior product manager, Milwaukee Tool. The For The Pro® app is ava…

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A2L Sensors 35:34

4M ago35:34

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the boys finish up the A2L series with discussing the different type of refrigerant sensors in the various models. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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Leak Detection 27:04

4M ago27:04

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Send us a text Water damage from hidden leaks poses significant risks to commercial property profitability, safety, and operational efficiency. Water damage is 10x more common than fire, and 75% of all water damage is caused by leaks. The guys catch up with Keith Zander is the Senior Product Manager for Leak Defense, Watts brand. The For The Pro® a…

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A key ingredient for growth: Moving more than sauce 15:27

4M ago15:27

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Paul Guglielmo is a former radio DJ turned food business entrepreneur. What started as a side hustle transformed into the launch of Guglielmo’s Sauce and, later, Craft Cannery, a no-minimum […]By NextCorps

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Understanding A2L Amin & Mmax 45:47

4M ago45:47

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the guys break down mitigation strategies and simplify the Amin room area vs. maximum refrigerant charge a system can hold based on that room area Mmax. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at me…

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AI & Plumbing with Susan Frew and John Mullen 27:23

4M ago27:23

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Send us a text Tim and John get ready for the AI & Plumbing seminar at AHR on Monday, February 10 and 11 AM in room W314. Joining the show today are two members of that seminar, Susan Frew, professional keynote speaker and tech guru, and John Mullen, with IAPMO and RPA. We talk AI and how it can help your plumbing business. Don't get caught holding…

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Friday Shorty: Nicole Bush & AHR 17:05

4M ago17:05

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Send us a text With AHR right around the corner, the guys talk with Nicole Bush, AHR's Director of Marketing, to talk about the "Super Show." Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @pl…

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An A2L Update with Don Gillis 41:46

4M ago41:46

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the boys bring back Don Gillis, of Chemours, as he shares his wisdom and facts about the A2L transition. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.com Contact us at [email protected]…

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Balancing Efficiency and Safety: The Role of Pressure Controls in HVAC-R 40:57

4M ago40:57

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In this episode of Taking the Temperature on HVAC-R, Jamie, John, and Jörg take you on a deep dive into the world of pressure controls in HVAC systems. Uncover the key differences between safety and control functions, explore practical tips for optimizing system efficiency, and gain insights into real-world applications in refrigeration and beyond.…

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Waste Characterization 33:59

4M ago33:59

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Send us a text With the Kitchen & Bath (K/BIS) Show right around the corner, the guys thought it would be an excellent time to talk with Casey Furlong, an Environmental Engineer at InSinkErator where he supports product marketing and new product development for his company’s food scrap management technologies. We talk food disposer benefits. And, c…

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Operating an Efficient HVAC Company with Jared Beach 44:25

4M ago44:25

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, we bring on Elite Diamond Contractor and owner of Ductless Plus. Jared discusses what it's like running a Denver based 100% Mitsubishi Mini-Split HVAC company and the challenges when recruiting new talent. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Pl…

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American Plumber Stories: Bill Labuda, Hard Rok Plumbing and Heating 33:21

4M ago33:21

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Send us a text Spencer Brown joins the guys as they talk with Bill Labuda, owner of Hard Rok Plumbing and Heating, Wasilla, Alaska. Bill was featured on the latest episode, "Topout to Knockout," of the American Plumber Stories. Bill talks about working in Alaska and his experience on the plumbing docuseries. The For The Pro® app is available for bo…

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A2L Kick Off Part 2 52:18

5M ago52:18

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, we discuss technical operation and mitigation strategies across our 454b residential heat pump lineup and a breakdown of which indoor units come with refrigerant sensors and which units do not. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Please visit w…

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Dropping Knowledge with Alan Mercurio 36:33

5M ago36:33

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Send us a text "The knowledge we share today will make a better industry tomorrow," says Alan Mercurio, recently retired from the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association, and 30+ years of teaching HVAC techs. The For The Pro® app is available for both iOS and Android devices through the Apple and Google app stores, download it today! Subscribe to the Ap…

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A2L Kick Off Part 1 47:23

5M ago47:23

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Send us a text In this episode of the METUS Tech Show, we kick off 2025 with the first part of our A2L equipment series. The guys discuss, what's new with Mitsubishi Electric 454b systems such as new exiting products, improvements as well as best practices. Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network. Thanks for listening! Pleas…

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On the Trades' Front Lines with Jacob Thurber 32:52

5M ago32:52

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Send us a text The guys catch up with Jake Thurber, a second-year instructor at Franklin County Technical School in Turners Falls, Mass. He teaches the underclassmen in the Plumbing & Heating classes. A commercial and residential plumber for many years at several schools—U Mass and Northfield Mount Hermon—he carries both Master Plumber and Oil Burn…

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