It’s my day off. The calm before the storm—literally and professionally. Because in a week or two, when summer shows up swinging, the phones won’t stop ringing and I’ll be racing between attics hotter than a convection oven.
But today? Quiet. Breezy. The kind of late-May day where you almost believe Colorado summers won’t get as brutal as last year. Spoiler: they will.
I promised myself I’d keep this blog going, even during the off-hours. So here’s my thought today, especially for anyone thinking about jumping into HVAC or another trade:
Get in now. This industry is about to roar.
Summer’s not just hot—it’s opportunity. Every year we see the same pattern: a wave of emergency calls from folks whose systems gave up on the first 95° day, or finally realized a box fan isn't a cooling strategy. People need help, and there’s not enough of us out here doing the work.
HVAC is one of the few fields where you can train fast, earn well, and build a career without drowning in student debt. Yes, it’s hard work. Yes, the attic will feel like a kiln. But the satisfaction of getting someone cool again? Of solving a problem, hands-on, and knowing it matters?
It sticks with you.
If you’re curious where to start, here are a few great resources:
- Explore the Trades – HVAC Career Info
- NATE – Find a Certified HVAC Training Program
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – HVACR Job Outlook
- HVAC School – Free Training Resources & Podcasts
So if you're sitting behind a desk wondering if there’s something more practical, more real—there is. And it’s gearing up fast.
— Riley
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