What’s changed in the field? And what still works? A lot. In this episode, Eric, Bill, and HVAC technician Joseph talk about how the work has evolved—and what today’s techs need to keep up and stay ahead.

From brazing to ZoomLock, analog gauges to digital, and the rise of heat pumps, the tools, systems, and know-how on site look a lot different than they did even a decade ago. Hear what’s making installs faster and safer, what’s coming with the 2026 refrigerant shift, and why the best techs still lean on real-world experience to get the job done right.

Takeaways: * The tools that are saving serious time (and reducing safety risks) on the job * How heat pump installs and refrigerants are evolving—and what that means for 2026 * What heat pump installations look like now vs. a decade ago * Why dual-fuel systems and real-world maintenance still matter * Lessons from the past that still apply today

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