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HVAC Installation Best Practices: Copper Lines, Equipment Prep & Quality Control Tips

Master professional installation techniques in this comprehensive HVAC training video. Discover essential best practices for copper lines, learn critical equipment prep procedures, and implement quality control tips that separate professional installers from the rest.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Professional copper line installation with proper insulation techniques
  • Complete equipment prep inspection procedures for air handlers, condensers, and package units
  • Platform and pad preparation and leveling methods
  • Chase work and line set routing using industry best practices
  • UV-resistant insulation application for outdoor lines
  • Line set support and strapping requirements (every 5 feet)
  • Spray foam sealing techniques for chase penetrations
  • Essential quality control checks before equipment startup
  • Prioritizing installation tasks by difficulty and importance
  • Mini-split tips and line set verification procedures
  • Ductwork assessment and replacement protocols
  • Communication with property managers and coordinators

 

Copper Line Best Practices:

  • Using UV-resistant tight flex insulation outdoors
  • Proper protection through chases with duct tape
  • Installing corrugated piping for ground-level protection against lawn equipment
  • Creating proper bends and angles to prevent damage
  • Maintaining 12-inch clearance from structures when possible
  • Crimping line sets together for easier pulling through chases

 

Equipment Prep Essentials:

  • Inspecting condensers, air handlers, and ductwork before installation
  • Checking and repairing platform supports and structural integrity
  • Pad leveling and hole-filling procedures
  • Package unit base seal verification and repair
  • Rooftop unit considerations for proper equipment prep

 

Quality Control Tips:

  • Verifying line set sizes before unrolling
  • Assessing hidden ductwork and plenum conditions
  • Identifying and addressing issues before final connections
  • Proper customer communication and approval processes
  • Delivering “simply great service” through thorough inspections

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