"Smart-Loading" For Proper Residential Equipment Sizing w/ John Semmelhack
Episode description
Ben Reed from Teal Maker and John Semmelhack from The Comfort Squad have an insightful conversation about the challenges and opportunities in the residential HVAC industry.
John shares his experience transitioning from a Home Energy Rater to an HVAC designer and the importance of coupling technical expertise with real-world data for optimum results. They dive into the issues with manual HVAC installation practices, emphasize the opportunities using real-world monitoring, and discuss the potential for software automation in this space.
Their discussion provides technical tips for improving HVAC system efficiency, specifically focusing on ductwork and filtration improvements. The talk underscores a key message - using data effectively can significantly transform the HVAC industry.