To add some context, I had decided I didn’t want to sit at a desk after my University education. During this time in my life, I had been working in a bar for 13 years, and the thought of pursuing a career in the skilled trades had never crossed my mind. As with any property…
In Fort Wayne, Indiana, your HVAC system doesn’t get much of a break. Frigid winters call for dependable heating, while hot, muggy summers push your cooling system to the limit. With all that year-round use, it’s only natural for your system to wear down over time. In this blog, Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC &…
HVAC professionals are always juggling the next day’s installation and repair jobs versus what’s coming down the pipeline on the business front. Fortunately, the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) has got it covered. ACCA has long been at the forefront of advocating for contractors and technicians, particularly when it comes to workforce development, regulatory…
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Attendees of the 2025 PHCC Essentials of Project Management class conducted March 19-22. Viega hosted the training at their Seminar Center in Broomfield, Colorado. Every offering of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association Educational Foundation’s Essentials of Project Management class seems to develop a theme. For the class conducted March 19-22 at the Viega Seminar Center in…
Introduction to Critical Refrigeration Components Two of the most common and important Refrigeration and AC System Accessories are Driers and Sight Glasses. We will cover Driers first, and Sight Glasses later in the article. These components play crucial roles in the overall refrigeration cycle, which you can learn more about in this detailed explanation. Understanding…
When your heating or cooling system needs attention, you have plenty of HVAC companies to choose from in the greater Fort Wayne, Indiana, area. But as many homeowners and business owners are realizing, there are real advantages to choosing a local HVAC service provider. In this blog from Doc Dancer Plumbing, Heating, AC & Generators,…
CO2 refrigeration is rapidly gaining traction worldwide and for good reason. Unlike traditional refrigerants that contribute significantly to global warming, CO2 is a natural, non-toxic alternative with minimal environmental footprint. With a GWP of just 1, CO2 refrigeration offers a sustainable solution to drastically reduce ozone depletion and mitigate climate change. Shift To Natural…
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As we all know, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many companies to reduce or eliminate non-essential or complimentary services in an effort to keep operating costs low. For companies in the service industry, it also caused a hyperfocus on business continuity; more specifically, on waste reduction. This effort was necessary for many to survive; for others,…
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For decades, the term “heat pump” has carried a very specific meaning in the HVAC world. Technicians, engineers, and educators alike have used it to describe systems that both heat and cool a space using a reversible refrigeration cycle—a system that typically includes a reversing valve to switch the direction of refrigerant flow. This concept…
Springtime in Central Texas is always a welcome relief from the biting cold of winter. But it comes with a price for those who suffer from seasonal allergies. Pollen production increases as more plants bloom in the warmer spring air. Airborne pollen can very easily slip inside your home. An HVAC tune-up can help. Your…
