Upon completion of the course the participant will understand some design and installation best practices when installing residential mechanical replacement systems.

Course ID(s): CEUL294246

Approved By: Department of Health - Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board - HVAC

  • Residential HVAC System Replacements
    • Residential HVAC System Replacements [25 Activities]
      • 01. Bidding the Job Estimating Prices and Insurance Requirements
      • 02. Is a Permit required?
      • 03. Flood Plain Installations
      • 04. An HVAC Installation in High Wind Areas
      • 05. Code Requirements for Heat Pump Replacement Systems
      • 06. Code requirements for Gas Heating Replacement Systems
      • 07. Existing Duct Systems When to Leave the Existing Ductwork in Place
      • 08. Existing Duct Systems Partial Replacement of an HVAC Systems
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        • 09. When all Duct Should be Replaced
        • 10. Challenges Associated with Multi-Story and Large Single-Story Installations
        • 11. Difficult Installations - Poorly Insulated Homes
        • 12. Mismatching equipment Air Conditioning Systems
        • 13. Mismatching Equipment Heat Pumps
        • 14. Heat Pump Condensate Disposal and Associated Problems
        • 15. Condensate Issues Associated with Gas Furnaces
        • 16. Air Conditioning Zoning with Dampers versus Installing More Heating Appliances
        • 17. Heating Systems Zoning in Large Homes
        • 18. Load Calculations Room by Room Load or Whole House Load
        • 19. Installing Gas Equipment
        • 20. What are SEER, AFUE, and HSPF Ratings?
        • 21. Current and Future Refrigerants
        • 22. Starting up New Systems
        • 23. Selling Service
        • 24. Handling Complaints
        • 25. The Future of the HVAC Business
  • Course Completion
    • Mandatory Questionnaire
    • Certificate of Completion
    • Guaranteed Next Business Day Reporting
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Instructor Bio

Gary Xavier

Gary Xavier holds several certifications and licenses and is also a member of ASHRAE, RETA, and IIAR. He has over 50 years of experience in the HVAC trade including system operation, maintenance, and management. He has worked as an instructor for both online and in-person training including both continuing education and initial training. Prior to teaching, Gary founded and managed his own company specializing in steam and hot water boiler systems, piping, chillers, and glycol systems.