How to Inspect HVAC Systems

Goal:

The goal of this course is to teach the student how to inspect the HVAC system, including the heating,  cooling and fireplace. It includes a review of the components of common HVAC systems that may be present during a residential inspection, including warm-air, hydronic, steam and electric heating systems; air  conditioning systems; and heat pump systems.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• inspect the heating system and related components;

• inspect the cooling system and related components;

• inspect the fireplace, solid-fuel burning appliances and chimneys;

• identify and describe each system and related component of the heating, cooling and fireplace systems;

• describe to clients defects observed at the heating, cooling and fireplace systems.