
The Builder Nuggets Podcast · 2024-10-01 · 37 min
HVAC design and indoor environmental quality is an often overlooked part of home design and construction. Code continues to sluggishly push forward, but doesn't reach a high standard for comfort and efficiency in most home builds. Today's guest is the founder and lead engineer of TE2 Engineering and he works diligently to educate others about how to design beyond code. Ross Trethewey joins us to discuss the key elements of HVAC design, the benefit of heat pumps, and what new technologies are going to drastically change the industry in the near future. Show highlights include: 03;55 Introduction and Background 06:35 Building Science and HVAC Design 8:30 Indoor Environmental Quality and Comfort 11:00 What drives code? Efficiency vs Comfort 21:00 The Benefits and Future of Heat Pumps 30:00 Emerging Technologies in HVAC Design 32:50 Geothermal Systems and Solar Integration 34:45 What's coming up next and how to connect You can learn more about Ross at . Social media: Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Or hit us through our Contact Page at and we'll make a personal introduction. To get the most out of this podcast, head over to and