HVACR Survival

HVACR Survival is about the reality of life in the trade. I’m Rick Dirmeyer, and I’ve spent over 30 years as a service tech navigating the highs and lows of commercial and industrial refrigeration.

I’m here to share the practical, real-world diagnostics that manuals often leave out—from troubleshooting Stoelting ice cream machines to servicing chillers, boilers, and industrial generators. This isn't about being a "super tech"; it’s about the grit, the mistakes, and the hard-won lessons learned from three decades on the front lines.

What we tackle together:
🛠️ Commercial Refrigeration: Soft serve (Stoelting/Taylor), rack systems, reach-ins.
❄️ Industrial HVAC: Chillers, geothermal, and Make-up Air Units (MAU).
⚡ Power Systems: Generator service and electrical troubleshooting.
🧰 Tool Reviews: Honest field-testing of gear from TruTech Tools and Fluke.

Support the channel:
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🔗 Tools: https://kit.co/hvacrsurvival
📬 hvacrsurvival@gmail.com