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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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Taking a Step-by-Step Approach to High-Performance HVAC™
Adding High-Performance HVAC™ to a company can be challenging. It’s easy to get lost in all the options and to know when to do what. Years ago, we published the PATH to Performance series. It outlined the sequential steps to apply the four pillars of air-side...
Efficiency At a Crossroad: Changes Start NOW!
It’s not news that the government is pushing increased efficiency and decarbonization with the introduction of the bipartisan AIM Act. New mandates and more stringent ratings, including SEER2, are forcing the residential market to sell a “greener,” more...
Moving Beyond Silver Bullets with Non-Invasive Refrigerant-side Testing
Over the last four decades, I have seen the same recurring issues and shortcuts plaguing our industry despite having more supporting standards than many other trades combined. It seems we still chase band-aid fixes and silver bullets that result in very inefficient...
Navigating the HVACR Regulatory Landscape: Stability Ahead
The past few years have been challenging for HVACR distributors and contractors. Constant regulatory changes have impacted nearly every aspect of the business, from refrigerants and energy efficiency standards to labor and trade policy, all of which have undergone...
How to Capitalize on the Electrification Movement
The electrification movement means different things to different people. For some, it represents an important step toward addressing climate change, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and creating a cleaner, more sustainable future. Elected officials in California and...
Honoring the Class of 2025 High-Performance HVAC™ Influencers
In today’s rapidly evolving High-Performance HVAC™ landscape, leadership and mentorship are more critical than ever. At the forefront of this movement are the professionals who guide, teach, and inspire their peers to rise to a higher standard. These are individuals...
If You Don’t Measure, You’re Just Guessing™
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latest episodes
Lessons Learned Field Testing ComfortMaxx
The High-Performance HVAC Podcast - Episode 107Released July 2025Lessons Learned Field Testing ComfortMaxx™Adam and David share their recent field experiences testing NCI’s ComfortMaxx powered by measureQuick. They discuss testing challenges, like fan airflow...
NCI High-Performance HVAC Summit: Why it’s Different
Join NCI’s Dominick Guarino and David Richardson as they explore the origins of Summit, some of the most memorable moments, and the spirit of Summit that makes this event so different from most industry events.
Transition to A2L and Beyond
Adam and Craig discuss the challenges and opportunities with A2L refrigerants, and how contractors can stay on top of this rapidly changing area.