EC&M

EC&M Tech Talk — Sizing Conductors & Protection for Motors, HVAC Equipment, and Generators

Sizing conductors and protection for rotating electrical equipment is commonly required in the field and on exams. The rules ...
NerdWallet

Inflation Calculator: U.S. CPI and Dollar Value 1913-2026

This inflation calculator uses the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) from 1913 to 2026 to estimate the U.S. dollar's ...
The Cool Down

Homeowner warned after sharing 'shady' quote for basic HVAC maintenance: 'What did he even tell you the problem was?'

A Virginia homeowner trusted their gut when something didn't feel right with a quote for basic HVAC maintenance.
Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News

6 Ways to More Effectively Provide In-Field Training for New HVAC Technicians

Training HVAC technicians in the field does not have to come at the expense of productivity or day-to-day operations.

What's the Right Thermostat Temperature for Winter? Find Yours and Cut Your Heating Bills

In the winter, experts recommend that you set your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit when you're home, and 60 to 65 degrees ...
thecooldown

Homeowner speaks out after ignorant HVAC technician shoots down basic ideas: 'First couple of things out of his mouth were overt lies'

One homeowner searched for heat pump installer recommendations on Reddit after a bad experience with an HVAC installer. In the r/Pittsburgh subreddit, the original poster expressed their interest in ...