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Deliver comfort, safety, health, and energy efficiency using proven testing methods and documented results.
High-Performance professionals are craftsmen who rely on field measurements to diagnose system problems and identify solutions. Once the problems are resolved, they repeat the measurements to prove the system works as promised
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latest articles
2026 Residential HVAC Market: High-Performance Contractors Will Win
Market forecasts for 2026 are a bunch of mixed messages. Some predict a slow start. Manufacturers are cautiously optimistic. Housing remains uneven. Plus, homeowners are more price-sensitive. So how will High-Performance HVAC contractors fare?
Turning High Static Pressure into High-Performance HVAC™ Sales
The most successful contractors seem to have one thing in common — they test every system they touch. They don’t assume, don’t guess, and they verify. Al D’Ambola explains the power in this approach.
How Important is Combustion Analyzer Calibration?
NCI’s Jim Davis discusses the impact of combustion analyzer calibration on a tech’s ability to test and measure residential HVAC systems.
Why LiDAR with Load Calcs Can Transform HVAC Contracting
LiDAR? What is that anyway? Anthony Kent from Basnett Plumbing and Heating explains and share how this technology is changing their business.
U.S. Commercial HVAC Market Is in Transition
The U.S. Commercial HVAC market is undergoing a lot of change. Editor Mike Weil explores these changes and what they may mean to your business. Read it here:
Innovation With Purpose: 2026 AHR Expo Awards
Are you attending the 2026 AHR Expo in Las Vegas? If you are a commercial HVAC contractors, here are some Innovation Winners you should check out:
If You Don’t Measure, You’re Just Guessing™
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latest episodes
The Combustion Chronicles w/ Jim Davis – Combustion Efficiency
Jim Davis takes us through the real-world experiences that led him to uncover what actually affects combustion efficiency. Along the way, he challenges common trade myths and simplifies the basics of heat transfer, showing how they play a critical role in combustion.
When Duct Leakage Matters
Not all duct leakage is created equal. Steve Rogers from The Energy Conservatory explains the critical differences between leakage inside and outside the thermal envelope and how each affects comfort, efficiency, and performance. He also dives into diagnostic testing strategies that help uncover the real sources of airflow and comfort issues.
The Future of Design with Tony Amadio
Tony Amadio is the President of First Dimension Software and the developer of TrueLoads, a residential HVAC system design application. He brings more than 18 years of engineering experience in the HVACR industry, along with a strong background in HVAC education. Tony holds a Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from the University of Central Florida.
In this episode, Tony compares different methods of load calculations. He also talks about the importance of accuracy and what makes heat balance different.