AC Service Tech Answers Podcast

By Craig Migliaccio

What's AC Service Tech Answers Podcast about?

The AC Service Tech Answers podcast is all about answering real HVAC/R related questions, asked by real HVAC/R technicians. Come join us as we tackle problems, questions, and troubleshooting in the world of Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration.

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AC Service Tech Answers Podcast episodes:

04.17.2024
All About HVAC Vacuum Procedures, System Dehydration!
In this episode, Craig and Ty Branaman discuss the importance of performing proper vacuum procedures before charging refrigerant into systems. They discuss how dehydration works, what tools are most important, and how to avoid frustration during procedures! Be sure to...
03.13.2024
All About Heat Pumps with Craig and Ty!
In this HVACR Training Podcast, Craig and Ty answer all kinds of technician questions about Heat Pumps such as: how they work, high pressure problems, defrost function and sensors, thermostat wiring, single and two stage heat pumps vs inverter heat...
02.29.2024
Electrical Troubleshooting, Multimeter Use, Safety, Wiring Diagrams
In this episode, Craig and Ty, answer various electrical troubleshooting questions such as how to use a multimeter safely, how to read wiring diagrams, how to troubleshoot low voltage shorts, and diagnosis of intermittent issues! Be sure to check out...
02.07.2024
The Impact of Water in the World of HVAC with Rachel Kaiser
In this episode, Craig interviews Rachel Kaiser, live at AHR 2024! Join them as they discuss the problem of water remaining on a coil after the fan motor turns off, how water travels vertically, and how water interacts with other...
01.31.2024
Discussing Dual Fuel Systems with Tom Buescher Live at AHR 2024!
In this episode, Craig interviews Tom Buescher, from Copeland, live at AHR 2024! Join them as they discuss the integration of dual fuel systems prior to full HVAC electrification, the use of universal control boards, and problems we have encountered...
01.03.2024
All About Gas Furnaces!
In this episode, Craig and Brandon discuss gas furnace questions, including safety devices, testing switches, why some gas furnaces produce condensate while others don't, furnace efficiency ratings, direct ignition vs. pilot ignition, and much more! Be sure to check out...
12.20.2023
Who is Brandon from AC Service Tech
In this episode, Craig interviews Brandon from AC Service Tech to discuss who he is and why he got into the HVAC field. Find out what it is the Brandon does here at AC Service Tech, learn about how the...
12.06.2023
System Sizing, Setting Burner Efficiency, Troubleshooting Blown Fuses, and More!
In this episode, Craig and Ty discuss why we see existing air conditioning systems replaced with smaller ones, how burner efficiency can be dialed in, what to do after compressor burnout, finding leaks on heat pumps, and more! Check out...
11.21.2023
Attic Fans, Sealing Ductwork, Capacitor Lifespan, and More!
In this episode, Craig and Ty discuss growing in the HVAC field, attic fans, capacitor lifespans, sealing existing ductwork, and more! Check out Ty on any of your favorite social media platforms including on YouTube! Just search for @Love2HVAC to...
11.07.2023
Circuit Boards, ECM Fan Motors, Thermostats, and More!
In this episode, Craig and Ty answer questions related to circuit board troubleshooting, ECM fan motor diagnosis, testing thermostats, tools, communication and more! Check out Ty on any of your favorite social media platforms including on YouTube! Just search...
10.25.2023
Airflow Q/A: Measurement Methods, Leaks, Duct Issues, Heat Transfer
In this episode, Craig is joined by Chris Hughes and Steve Rogers from TEC to discuss the topic of airflow within ductwork and within the building envelope. They will be covering topics such as measurement methods, results of high and...
10.11.2023
Operating Pressures, Subcooling, Vacuum Problems and More
In this episode, Craig and Ty discuss liquid line restrictions, target subcooling, vacuum procedure problems, pressure testing issues, why operating pressures won't rise and more! Check out Ty on any of your favorite social media platforms including...
09.27.2023
Vacuum Issues, Electrical Problems, Evap Coil Leaks, and More with Ty Branaman
In this episode, Craig and Ty talk about vacuum problems, intermittent electrical problems, evap coil leaks, why registers drip water, and much more! Check out Ty on any of your favorite social media platforms including on YouTube! Just search for...
08.24.2023
Brazing Techniques, Capacitor Issues, and more with Ty Branaman
In this episode, Craig and Ty Branaman answer technical questions related to brazing techniques, capacitor issues, solving low voltage troubleshooting problems, and much more! Check out Ty on any of your favorite social media platforms including on YouTube! Just search...
06.13.2023
Combustion Analysis with Tyler Nelson
In this episode, join Craig as he interviews Tyler Nelson from the Sauermann Group. They discuss steps and details related to gas furnace commissioning, troubleshooting, and technician safety. Topics discussed include ambient carbon monoxide detection, the steps to performing combustion...
05.16.2022
Becoming a More Valuable and Efficient HVACR Service Technician
In this episode, join Craig and Brandon as they discuss how to become a more valuable and efficient service technician in the HVACR field. Brandon and Craig provide key insights on the steps that can be taken along with how...
04.27.2022
Episode 10: All About EEVs
In this episode, join Craig and Brandon as they discuss EEVs. Brandon will be asking the questions and Craig will be answering them as they tackle topics such as what is an EEV, how do they work, why do we...
11.17.2020
Episode 9: Do You Trust the TXV?
Join us as we discuss the Thermostatic Expansion Valve (TXV) and go into detail on how it functions, the purpose they serve in the HVAC/R system, and how they may fail and what to do to prevent failures down the...
10.28.2020
Episode 8: Evolution of Control Boards within Gas Furnaces
Join us as we explore the evolution of gas furnace control boards. From the 60's to present we will examine what has been used in the past and why we have updated to the current control boards in use today!
10.14.2020
Episode 7: Gas Furnace Diagnosis
Join us as we discuss the sequence of operations for gas furnaces, combustion efficiency, recognizing and diagnosing problems, and how to avoid being just another parts changer!
09.30.2020
Episode 6: Charging Refrigerant After a Vacuum & More Q/A
In today's episode, we will be answering questions about refrigerant charging, breaking the vacuum with refrigerant, what factors effect Delta T, and much more!
09.16.2020
Episode 5: Refrigerant Compressor Troubleshooting and Diagnosis
In this episode, we will be covering how to troubleshoot and diagnose a bad refrigerant compressor. We will also look at many of the reasons why a compressor may fail and discuss what steps can be taken to help prevent...
09.02.2020
Episode 4: Questions on Brazing, Working with Refrigerants, and Safety
Today's episode will cover questions on brazing, handling and working with refrigerants, safety, and troubleshooting!
08.11.2020
Episode 3: Troubleshooting While Checking the Charge
In this Episode, we will be going over questions related to troubleshooting HVAC systems while checking the charge. We will also spend some time focusing on metering devices, strainers, and more!
07.08.2020
Episode 2: Refrigerant Charging
Join us as we cover refrigerant charging questions including methods for checking the charge of a mini split, why we still use compound manifold gauges, adjusting the charge using a TXV and much more!
06.30.2020
Episode 1: Refrigerant Questions
This episode of the AC Service Tech Answers Podcast is all about technician's refrigerant questions. Join us as we cover real questions about refrigerant ports, vapor sat temps, disconnection after charging and much more!
06.30.2020
Episode 0: My HVAC Journey
Join me as I discuss my HVAC journey, how I got started, where I've been, and why I started AC Service Tech!