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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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2025 NCI Summit Award Winners
Each year, High-Performance HVAC contractors are recognized for excellence in their businesses during the NCI Annual Summit. Here are this year’s winners …
Improve Indoor Air Quality with Air Upgrades
It’s no secret that most residential HVAC systems operate with high static pressure and low fan airflow. How does that impact indoor air quality? Find out in this Adam Mufich article..
Breathing Better: Contractors Are Redefining IAQ
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. In this round table-like discussion, five HVAC professionals share how they are changing how they think about the air inside customer homes.
Summit 2025 Sets the Stage for Next Year and Beyond
High-Performance HVAC™ contractors from across North America converged in Austin, TX, from September 9–12, 2025, for the 22nd Annual High-Performance HVAC™ Summit, hosted by the National Comfort Institute (NCI). Here is a recap of that event.
Building Talent From the Inside Out: Redefining HVAC Tech Recruiting
By growing talent from within, investing in continuous training, and fostering a culture of respect and opportunity, Cardinal Heating is not only building a workforce — they believe they are helping to develop the future of the HVAC industry. Read more here.
CO Never Takes A Vacation: Why Monitoring Should Be a Standard Practice
We work in the High-Performance HVAC world. We hold ourselves to a higher standard — not just in terms of comfort and efficiency, but also in health and safety. Monitoring for CO isn’t a nice extra. It’s a core to the job. Check out Mark Hunt’s article on the importance of carrying a personal CO monitor, using it every day, on every call. As he writes, “The life you save may not just be your customer’s. It might be your own.”
If You Don’t Measure, You’re Just Guessing™
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One Year in the Life of a High-Performance HVAC Contractor
At the NCI Summit, we sat down with Anthony Woo to hear his powerful story of discovery and growth. Anthony shares how he first connected with NCI, the impact it’s had on his professional journey, and the lessons he’s learned over the past year. From new skills to real-world successes, this conversation highlights how training and education can transform not just a career, but an entire approach to residential HVAC.
Static Pressure Sales vs High Pressure Sales
In this episode, we unpack the difference between pushy, outdated sales tactics and data-driven conversations that build trust. Al D’Ambola shares highlights from his Summit presentation, including how to make measurements relatable for homeowners and a creative approach to following up with customers. Whether you’re a contractor aiming to boost credibility or a homeowner tired of sales gimmicks, you’ll see why high-performance sales isn’t about high pressure, it’s about delivering real solutions.
Furnace Safety: Correcting Hazardous Operation with Vince Lopez
In this episode, Vince Lopez shares a real-world situation where another contractor claimed a furnace was safe, but testing revealed a dangerous situation. Vince walks us through how he identified the issue and provided a solution, and why education and proper testing are critical to protecting our customers.