Arkansas HVACR NewsMagazine September 2026

HVACR NewsMagazine September 2026

Energy Talk

NEAT N ecessity for changing the way we evaluate customers’ needs E mphasis on energy A ccess information for better environmental control T hink about durability and sustainability The contracting community must Necessitate changes in evaluating HVAC needs. We must imagine a home with no air conditioning. First looking at the bare structure and how we would navigate a New HVAC system. Only then will you find out how to optimize the new with the old. Certainly, there will be roadblocks due to existing construction and other factors. But by assessing with this method the customer will have a completely accurate picture of what expectations can be met, what can be manage with a minimum or maximum budget. Some folks just want HVAC to work. Others may choose a minimum of work understanding how a future plan will impact both performance and efficiency. energy usage with down to earth expectation. It has become popular to blame the National Electrical Codes for not allowing loosening restrictions on ampacity to electrify more homes. Next week politicians may find it necessary to incentivize some other fuel making it temporarily attractive. In the long run markets will straighten out the practical aspects of energy. Contractors must Emphasize

understand environmental (weather) conditions on a local basis instead of generalizing. Different building styles and components don’t always work with any location. Construction materials fit for the desert southwest will not perform in the south. Stucco panels in constant contact with soil will deteriorate and possibly wick moisture to framing components. In areas where termites are a threat the panel provides a pathway to the structure. about durability and sustainability. Research both materials and technique for installed products. Both terms are often determined by the quality of the installation rather than the product selected for installation. As a final thought, we appreciate the opportunity Arkansas HVACR gives us to air opinion, process and technology every other month during print season. Finally, Think

This article was furnished by Tom Turner, The Air Evangelist. You should get to know Tom. His knowledge and commitment to the industry are greatly appreciated.

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