Reliable Trades Podcast

Adrian Garcia

Good Conversations w/ Good People. We mostly discuss skilled trades journeys and catch up with what guests got going on. Anyone is welcome to come on and share their story in any corner of the trades.

  1. 1d ago

    AlexdoesHVAC : Stay Humble, You're Always Learning

    Alex Vergados joins us to talk her journey into HVAC. Transitioning from field service to installation requires a specific mindset. This video covers why understanding how equipment works is the key advantage for any technician looking to improve their craft. By keeping the service perspective in mind during an install, you become a more valuable asset to your team and your clients. We discuss the importance of remaining humble and staying motivated, regardless of your background or gender in the workplace. If you are looking to advance your career, focusing on how service technician knowledge applies to hvac installation tips will give you a major edge. We also touch on handling biases in the field and staying focused on your professional growth. Subscribe for weekly technician career breakdowns and comment below on which industry challenge you want us to cover next. Follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/alex_does_hvac UPDATED LINKS FOR MERCH, DISCOUNTS & TOOLS AT: http://www.reliablehvacr.net Listen to the Reliable Trades Podcast, available everywhere! Brought to you by, CallRail: Call tracking + AI Answering Assistant, take all calls and convert jobs: https://partners.callrail.com/4kv6brzst6zj ~Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~ https://tr.ee/AkuxKHcCPy The Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10 https://tr.ee/Hk0_3poKQB DIVERSITECH Simplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a job http://www.diversitech.com NUCALGON has all our cleaner products we need, visit: http://www.nucalgon.com AIREX: #1 choice in the PRO HVAC industry for wall refrigerant piping penetration outlet seals and outdoor refrigerant piping insulation protection https://airexmfg.com/ ~Tool recommendations w/ links~ https://www.amazon.com/shop/reliablehvacr ~RELIABLE HVACR MERCH, SHIRTS/HOODIES~ https://reliablehvacr-shop.fourthwall.com ~Get REAL CASH BACK on ALL GAS (personal or company gas) https://upside.app.link/ADRIAN78939 ~SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BECOME A MEMBER~ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKDkGhLRlzs1bV1tmeokcNQ/join ~BUSINESS INQUIRIES~ reliablemediahub@gmail.com #reliablehvacr #hvac #hvaclife #refrigeration #reliablekitchenservices

    1h 16m

  2. Jun 14

    You get what you put into it w/ JasonOnTheJob

    In this episode, Jason Gamboa shares his journey in HVAC, from learning on the job. He discusses industry challenges, the importance of continuous learning, and strategies for success in HVAC trades. We share insights on social media growth, industry trends, and the importance of authenticity and networking in the trades. Discover practical tips for building your brand, leveraging events like AHR, and balancing work with content creation, a lot of which can correlate to being a better technician or business owner.Follow him:https://www.instagram.com/jasononthejob_?igsh=MXo2ZDc0aHk1cWQ5UPDATED LINKS FOR MERCH, DISCOUNTS & TOOLS AT: http://www.reliablehvacr.netListen to the Reliable Trades Podcast, available everywhere!Brought to you by,CallRail:Call tracking + AI Answering Assistant, take all calls and convert jobs:https://partners.callrail.com/4kv6brzst6zj~Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://tr.ee/AkuxKHcCPyThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://tr.ee/Hk0_3poKQBDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comNUCALGON has all our cleaner products we need, visit:http://www.nucalgon.comAIREX:#1 choice in the PRO HVAC industry for wall refrigerant piping penetration outlet seals and outdoor refrigerant piping insulation protectionhttps://airexmfg.com/~Tool recommendations w/ links~https://www.amazon.com/shop/reliablehvacr~RELIABLE HVACR MERCH, SHIRTS/HOODIES~https://reliablehvacr-shop.fourthwall.com~Get REAL CASH BACK on ALL GAS (personal or company gas)https://upside.app.link/ADRIAN78939~SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & BECOME A MEMBER~https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKDkGhLRlzs1bV1tmeokcNQ/join~BUSINESS INQUIRIES~reliablemediahub@gmail.com#reliablehvacr #hvac #hvaclife #refrigeration #reliablekitchenservices

    1h 36m

  3. Jun 7

    You learn more when you're out of your comfort zone

    Dan Phillips from shares insights on seasonal trends, equipment challenges, and the importance of continuous learning in HVAC. Discover practical tips, industry trends, and personal stories that can help both newcomers and seasoned professionals excel.Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/aircondan*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comJOBBER: Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://jobber.grsm.io/ReliableHVACRVETO PRO PAC:Check out my page on Veto's site and all their new tool bags coming outhttps://vetopropac.com/customer_profiles/adrian-garcia/CAMEL CITY MILLThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=2NbLcd5VnCY&offerid=1905381.539752161403214724615593&type=2&murl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.camelcitymill.com%2fproducts%2fankle-work-sock%3fvariant%3d49719335551207Represented by:PROSREPSFor business/collab inquiries regarding me or the show, message: https://www.instagram.com/phcppros/Check out HVAC Knights:https://youtube.com/@HVACKnights?si=yRgaEGBXyuxqEUMT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ONE LINK TO STAY UP TO DATE, FOLLOW ME ON ALL PLATFORMS~~http://www.reliablehvacr.net#hvac #refrigeration #reliablehvacr #podcast #tradeschool #skilledtrades

    1h 12m

  4. May 24

    The Hybrid System That Saves You Money Without Sacrificing Comfort

    Register for their 2 part webinar:https://weil-mclain.co/reliable-tradesLearn more about Weil-Mclain: https://www.weil-mclain.com/Electrification is accelerating driven by consumer desire to reduce their climate impact, regulatory mandates, rebates and incentives, and volatile energy costs. However, full electrification is not practical for everybody, especially in hydronics. Dual fuel solutions combining an electric air-to-water heat pump with a fuel-fired boiler offer many of the benefits of an electric system without sacrificing comfort, reliability or affordability.Weil-McLain has been a leading manufacturer of boiler and hydronic solutions for over 140 years. The ECO Hybrid dual fuel hydronic heating systems pairs the Weil-McLain ECO™ HP air-to-water heat pump with a heat pump-ready boiler to deliver fuel flexibility, efficiency and comfort.Konrad Witek is the Senior Product Manager, Climate Conscious at Weil‑McLain. With more than 15 years of experience in HVAC sales, training, and distribution, Konrad shares how ECO™ HP and ECO™ Hybrid solutions help contractors design effective systems and deliver reliable, flexible hydronic heating.#hvac #weilmclain #hvacr This interview explores the emerging field of air-to-water heat pumps, hydronics, and the future of HVAC technology, emphasizing dual fuel systems, electrification, and industry trends. Perfect for contractors and homeowners interested in energy efficiency and innovative solutions.

    49 min

  5. May 17

    In it for the long haul w/ HallsHVAC

    In this episode, Hunter Hall shares his journey from HVAC technician to business owner, emphasizing the importance of strategic hiring, maintaining good relationships, and balancing work-life priorities. He discusses the challenges of running a small business, the value of training, and his vision for growth. In this episode, Reliable HVAC shares his journey of starting and growing his family-owned HVAC business, including strategies for customer acquisition, the importance of quality service, and insights into tools and industry trends. *This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comJOBBER: Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://jobber.grsm.io/ReliableHVACRVETO PRO PAC:Check out my page on Veto's site and all their new tool bags coming outhttps://vetopropac.com/customer_profiles/adrian-garcia/CAMEL CITY MILLThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=2NbLcd5VnCY&offerid=1905381.539752161403214724615593&type=2&murl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.camelcitymill.com%2fproducts%2fankle-work-sock%3fvariant%3d49719335551207Represented by:PROSREPSFor business/collab inquiries regarding me or the show, message: https://www.instagram.com/phcppros/Check out HVAC Knights:https://youtube.com/@HVACKnights?si=yRgaEGBXyuxqEUMT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ONE LINK TO STAY UP TO DATE, FOLLOW ME ON ALL PLATFORMS~~http://www.reliablehvacr.net#hvac #refrigeration #reliablehvacr #podcast #tradeschool #skilledtrades

    1h 36m

  6. May 12

    HVAC DEAN on the Scene

    *This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comJOBBER: Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://jobber.grsm.io/ReliableHVACRVETO PRO PAC:Check out my page on Veto's site and all their new tool bags coming outhttps://vetopropac.com/customer_profiles/adrian-garcia/CAMEL CITY MILLThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=2NbLcd5VnCY&offerid=1905381.539752161403214724615593&type=2&murl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.camelcitymill.com%2fproducts%2fankle-work-sock%3fvariant%3d49719335551207Represented by:PROSREPSFor business/collab inquiries regarding me or the show, message: https://www.instagram.com/phcppros/Check out HVAC Knights:https://youtube.com/@HVACKnights?si=yRgaEGBXyuxqEUMT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ONE LINK TO STAY UP TO DATE, FOLLOW ME ON ALL PLATFORMS~~http://www.reliablehvacr.net#hvac #refrigeration #reliablehvacr #podcast #tradeschool #skilledtrades

    1h 20m

  7. May 4

    The Reality of Running a One-Man Show w/ @Onemanhvac

    Rolando joins us to talk about his journey into starting a HVAC business and figuring it out along the way. What are the realistic expectations that a young tech will find in the trade and how to get ahead and be successful no matter what you do. Follow him on YT:Tiktok:*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comJOBBER: Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://jobber.grsm.io/ReliableHVACRVETO PRO PAC:Check out my page on Veto's site and all their new tool bags coming outhttps://vetopropac.com/customer_profiles/adrian-garcia/CAMEL CITY MILLThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=2NbLcd5VnCY&offerid=1905381.539752161403214724615593&type=2&murl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.camelcitymill.com%2fproducts%2fankle-work-sock%3fvariant%3d49719335551207Represented by:PROSREPSFor business/collab inquiries regarding me or the show, message: https://www.instagram.com/phcppros/Check out HVAC Knights:https://youtube.com/@HVACKnights?si=yRgaEGBXyuxqEUMT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ONE LINK TO STAY UP TO DATE, FOLLOW ME ON ALL PLATFORMS~~http://www.reliablehvacr.net#hvac #refrigeration #reliablehvacr #podcast #tradeschool #skilledtrades

    1h 28m

  8. Apr 28

    One Wrong Part Ruins Your Entire Day

    Today we will be talking to the secret sauce of parts, breakdowns and manuals, Partstown. Ever since I got into the trade, we have been using this website to our advantage to get the right parts and also help us figure out equipment out in the field. They are great for commercial kitchen equipment but have recently expanded into HVAC where I see this being incredibly helpful for techs and a great resource to have in your pocket. Follow along as we discuss what exactly they offer, all the new features that save you time and my personal experiences with Partstown and just trying to find parts or dealing with tech support in general out in the field.https://www.partstown.comOr download the app from your appstore*This Podcast is sponsored by:RESIDEOhttp://resideo.com/proiqDIVERSITECHSimplify your work, they have everything a contractor needs to complete a jobhttp://www.diversitech.comJOBBER: Get FREE TRIAL & DISCOUNT on Jobber software to run your business~https://jobber.grsm.io/ReliableHVACRVETO PRO PAC:Check out my page on Veto's site and all their new tool bags coming outhttps://vetopropac.com/customer_profiles/adrian-garcia/CAMEL CITY MILLThe Last Work Socks You'll Need: Discount code: RELIABLEHVACR10https://click.linksynergy.com/link?id=2NbLcd5VnCY&offerid=1905381.539752161403214724615593&type=2&murl=https%3a%2f%2fwww.camelcitymill.com%2fproducts%2fankle-work-sock%3fvariant%3d49719335551207Represented by:PROSREPSFor business/collab inquiries regarding me or the show, message: https://www.instagram.com/phcppros/Check out HVAC Knights:https://youtube.com/@HVACKnights?si=yRgaEGBXyuxqEUMT~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ONE LINK TO STAY UP TO DATE, FOLLOW ME ON ALL PLATFORMS~~http://www.reliablehvacr.net#hvac #refrigeration #reliablehvacr #podcast #tradeschool #skilledtrades

    59 min
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Good Conversations w/ Good People. We mostly discuss skilled trades journeys and catch up with what guests got going on. Anyone is welcome to come on and share their story in any corner of the trades.

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  • Creator
    Adrian Garcia
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    153
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Adrian Garcia
  • Show Website
    Reliable Trades Podcast

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