Symposium - What is the House Trying to Tell Me?

HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs

Join Chris Hughes and Adam Mufich at the 7th Annual HVAC/R Training Symposium as they interview building scientist Tessa Murray. In this eye-opening conversation about what your house is really trying to tell you. Discover why HVAC techs need to understand building science fundamentals to truly master their craft.

What You'll Learn:

  • The critical connection between HVAC systems and building science
  • How to identify hidden moisture problems in walls and attics
  • Combustion safety testing that could save lives
  • Understanding dew points and thermal bridging
  • Proper ventilation strategies for different climate zones
  • Why duct leakage testing is just the beginning

Key Topics Covered:

  • Transition from cold climate (Minnesota) to hot/humid (Florida) building science
  • Ice dams, ghosting, and crying houses explained
  • The house as a system approach for HVAC professionals
  • Blower door testing and pressure diagnostics
  • Indoor air quality concerns and solutions
  • Natural draft appliance safety considerations
  • Wall assembly moisture management
  • Occupant behavior impacts on building performance

Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium.

Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.

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Join Chris Hughes and Adam Mufich at the 7th Annual HVAC/R Training Symposium as they interview building scientist Tessa Murray. In this eye-opening conversation about what your house is really trying to tell you. Discover why HVAC techs need to understand building science fundamentals to truly master their craft.

What You'll Learn:

  • The critical connection between HVAC systems and building science
  • How to identify hidden moisture problems in walls and attics
  • Combustion safety testing that could save lives
  • Understanding dew points and thermal bridging
  • Proper ventilation strategies for different climate zones
  • Why duct leakage testing is just the beginning

Key Topics Covered:

  • Transition from cold climate (Minnesota) to hot/humid (Florida) building science
  • Ice dams, ghosting, and crying houses explained
  • The house as a system approach for HVAC professionals
  • Blower door testing and pressure diagnostics
  • Indoor air quality concerns and solutions
  • Natural draft appliance safety considerations
  • Wall assembly moisture management
  • Occupant behavior impacts on building performance

Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium.

Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.

2026-03-03 35 min
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