[hoytmania]

Hello all, I didn't see a introduction forum so I figured this was as good as anywhere to say hello.

A little about myself. My name is Steve. I am third generation of a family owned HVAC & plumbing business. My father and grand father started the company back in 1959. We focus more on the residential side of things and do get into some light commercial work. I would love to see us tap into the larger side of the commercial market.

Looking forward to learning and hope to be able to share some tricks I have learned over the years.

Thanks, Steve

 

[pecmsg]

Hello Steve

Welcome

 

[Scott Kline]

Welcome Buckeye brother


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[rider77]

Welcome Steve!
Great to have another pro on board

 

[buford]

Howdy, PM me to find out where to send the initiation fee.:grin2:

 

[buttwheat]

Welcome enjoy

 

[hurtinhvac]

Welcome...glad to have ya'. Please apply for pro as soon as you are able so we can nitpick your mind in greater detail. In the interim, be careful how much information you give out in the open sections.

 

[hoytmania]

Thanks for all the warm welcomes. I will be sure to do that hurtin.

What percentages would say frequent the boards here.

How many pros vs people trying to get questions answered so they can try and fix it themselves?

 

[hurtinhvac]

The overwhelming majority are pros - but we get many DIY questions in the "Ask Our Pros" section. We are continually reminding them this is not a DIY site and no detailed instructions are allowed. Others use AOP for it's intended purpose and appreciate the resource.

 

[IRBH]

Welcome, Steve.

 

[hoytmania]

Welcome...glad to have ya'. Please apply for pro as soon as you are able so we can nitpick your mind in greater detail. In the interim, be careful how much information you give out in the open sections.

Also is there a way to apply for pro status through Tapatalk, or do I need to be on a PC to apply?

 

[VTP99]

So, in three generations, you're just now finding us ? Your life is about to change form this day forward ! 💫

 

[timebuilder]

Welcome!!

You can get the pro application info by clicking on the link below in my sig area. Many of us have these links available.

Basically, you take part in 15 substantive posts and submit the info. It's free, and you get access to a LOT of good info that way.

 

[hoytmania]

So, in three generations, you're just now finding us ? Your life is about to change form this day forward ! 💫

All for the best I hope!

 

[timebuilder]

Start by reading a lot of posts and get a feel for the banter here. Some say you have to have a thick skin, but I think that's just a part of the "getting to know you" process, which is a two way street.

If you are new to internet forums, you will find that good communication skills are key, because no one can hear your tone of voice, or hear you chuckling as you type something. This can lead to misunderstandings.

 

[epacertified]

Hello
Have you work with Pop and POPPY?
how many years?
that will help us understand your level of knowledge and experience

 

[hoytmania]

This isn't my first forum, so as far how easily miscommunication can happen through a keyboard is nothing new to me. I have seen many a time someone's comments taken the wrong way that ultimately lead to a lot of unneeded frustration.

As far as being thick skinned, I like to think I can take a good ribbing just as much as the next guy. I like bustin chops, but also realize if your willing to bust someone's chops, you better be willing to take it too. Sounds like a good drop of people here.

Thanks again for the warm welcomes.

 

[hoytmania]

Hello
Have you work with Pop and POPPY?
how many years?
that will help us understand your level of knowledge and experience

Unfortunately I never got to work with my grandfather. He passed away when I was 6. I have been working in the business full time for 20 years, but have been involved in the business since I was about 12 years old. That was when I started doing small jobs such as inventory and such. I had my apprentice plumbing license before I had my drivers license. We had 26 employees at the peak of our business back before housing bubble bust.

I am now involved in all aspects of the company. From sales, service, and install. Basically like any other self employed person I do whatever it is to get the job done and make the customer happy.

 

[BBeerme]

Welcome aboard !!

Generally a great group of guys. Sure, you'll get a bad apple hear or there, or catch someone on a bad day, but that's just called 'Life'.

So, when replacing an old cap tube due to restrictions, and you get the generic ones out of the box from China, how do you know which direction to install it?

This isn't my first forum, so as far how easily miscommunication can happen through a keyboard is nothing new to me. I have seen many a time someone's comments taken the wrong way that ultimately lead to a lot of unneeded frustration.

As far as being thick skinned, I like to think I can take a good ribbing just as much as the next guy. I like bustin chops, but also realize if your willing to bust someone's chops, you better be willing to take it too. Sounds like a good drop of people here.

Thanks again for the warm welcomes.

 

[hoytmania]

Welcome aboard !!

Generally a great group of guys. Sure, you'll get a bad apple hear or there, or catch someone on a bad day, but that's just called 'Life'.

So, when replacing an old cap tube due to restrictions, and you get the generic ones out of the box from China, how do you know which direction to install it?

I personally have never had to replace capillary tubes. Everything I have worked has either been fixed orifice or TXV. The only time I have messed with cap tubes on a evaporator is when tearing out the old equipment to put in new.