The HVAC Jerks

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Come join The HVAC Jerks (Rich, Kevin, and Anonymous Joe, IF he can be found) each week as they discuss everything in the HVAC industry from news and technical stuff, right down to stupid customer stories and how "not to do it". If you work in the heating, air conditioning, plumbing or electrical trades, or hope to in the future, spend some time with us; you'll have a lot of fun, and you might even learn something.

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3, 50 - High Velocity HVAC Systems 05.09.2021 36:35

In this 50th episode of season three, The Boys talk to Brian Intagliata from Unico about high velocity HVAC systems. Sounds noisy, right? Nope; listen and find out why not.

3, 49 - Jerky Bits! - Downton Abby 02.09.2021 11:51

That's right, The Boys are gettin' a little snootie.

3, 49 - Gas Regulators, pt 3, with Pete Dwyer 29.08.2021 1:00:56

Pete Dwyer from Cavagna joins The Boys again to wrap up their regulator series with a look at installation and servicing. Pete is a great guest with years (lots) of experience in the industry.

3, 48 - Jerky Bits! - Video Games or the Olympics 26.08.2021 11:49

Yes, that's exactly why we refer to them as Jerks.

3, 48 - A Change in Plans 22.08.2021 40:14

Sticking to the plan is important, until it no longer works. Knowing when to change it up may determine your success.

3, 47 - Jerky Bits - HVAC Jerks and Clay Pigeons 18.08.2021 8:37

Uh-oh, The Jerks are playing with guns ...

3, 47 - Does Your Customer Really Understand? 15.08.2021 47:12

Since this seems to be a Never-ending battle, The Boys discuss the importance of making sure your customer understands what to expect from your work again.

3, 46 - Jerky Bits! - Weekend Warrior 12.08.2021 9:37

I don't need to tell you what time it is ...

3, 46 - Women in HVACR 08.08.2021 41:36

The Boys play host to The Women in HVACR this week, and discuss the organization and their upcoming convention this October.

3, 45 - Jerky Bits! - Crazy Cat Stories 05.08.2021 11:27

Apparently those Jerky Bastards are animal lovers, too. I don't think we should stand too close. (I don't know, did you ever try writing one of these?)

3, 45 - Bad Teacher 01.08.2021 52:37

We've all had a bad teacher in the past; you know, like when you first started as an apprentice, and that mechanic would only tell you part of what he was doing ...

3, 44 - Jerky Bits! - The Petting Zoo 29.07.2021 8:36

The Jerky Bits! petting zoo; I don't know, you try to figure these guys out.

3, 44 - Time For a Career Change? 25.07.2021 47:14

Did you ever feel like you made the wrong decision for something big? Not like 'hot dogs or pizza for lunch', no, bigger than that even. Sometimes the right path doesn't appear until a little later in life.

3, 43 - Jerky Bits! - High, But Not Dry 21.07.2021 7:56

Grab some salsa for these Jerky Bits!.

3, 43 - Know When You're in Over Your Head 18.07.2021 46:25

We've all been there; you want to get the job, even though you're not quite 100% sure what's involved, "how hard could it be?" you ask yourself. Well, maybe a lot more than you think. The Boys toss that potato around.

3, 42 - Jerky Bits! - Does a Bear @#$%& in the Woods? 15.07.2021 10:54

Come on! It's Jerky Bits!, You can figure it out!

3, 42 - What If You Can't Get "It"? 11.07.2021 50:01

Apparently the fallout from the pandemic isn't over yet. Equipment and material continue to be scarce, and may still get worse before it get better. This week The Boys discuss how to do it differently.

3, 41 - Jerky Bits! - The Terminator 08.07.2021 8:43

It's Wed night, time to load the Jerky Bits!. The Terminator; I'm not tellin', you'll have to listen. (Arnold is not in this one.)

3, 41 - Is it Hot in Here? 04.07.2021 33:33

It's summertime, and its hot; who would've thought? Don't worry, The Jerks will help keep you safe.

3, 40 - Jerky Bits! - Old Guy Gymnastics 01.07.2021 8:05

Hey! It's Jerky Bits! time, and somebody forgot that they're not twenty anymore. Just listen.

3, 40 - Staying Current 27.06.2021 39:55

In this episode The Boys discuss the importance of keeping up with the changes in our industry, and how to do it.

3, 39 - Jerky Bits! - Eye Tinnitus? 23.06.2021 10:44

Hey, Jerky Bits! I don't know, just go with it.

3, 39 - Propane Basics, Part 2, w Pete Dwyer 20.06.2021 48:33

Pete Dwyer rejoins The HVAC Jerks to discuss some of the basics of propane installations again, this time to focus on regulators.

3, 38 - Jerky Bits! - Breakfast of Champions 17.06.2021 11:07

Hey! It's Jerky Bits! No, they don't know anything about Michelin ratings.

3, 38 - Propane Basics, Part 1 13.06.2021 45:26

This week The Boys meet up with Pete Dwyer from the Cavagna Group, a worldwide manufacturer of gas controlling equipment, to get the facts on propane components for heating systems. Get the goods from a professional who knows!