HVAC ADHD Vodcast Season 2, Ep. 5 – Why HVAC Contractors Need Building Science with Chris Laumer-Giddens

Send us Fan MailThe HVAC industry has spent decades focusing on equipment.Chris Laumer-Giddens believes it's time to focus on the building.In this episode of HVAC ADHD™, Jeremy Begley sits down with Chris to discuss how building science principles are reshaping HVAC design, residential construction, and high-performance homes.As an architect, builder, HVAC designer, and educator, Chris brings a unique perspective that bridges the gap between construction and mechanical systems. His work has helped contractors understand why airflow, insulation, moisture control, ventilation, and building assemblies matter just as much as the equipment itself.Throughout the conversation, Chris explains why some of the industry's most persistent comfort problems originate long before an HVAC system is installed.Topics include:• Building science fundamentals every HVAC contractor should know• Why system thinking outperforms equipment-focused thinking• The truth behind the spray foam controversy• Moisture management and building durability• Perfect Wall concepts and exterior insulation strategies• Air sealing versus ventilation balance• How architecture influences HVAC design outcomes• Why collaboration between trades is critical• The future of high-performance residential construction• Lessons learned from decades in the fieldJeremy and Chris also discuss how technology, diagnostics, and building performance are changing expectations for contractors, designers, and homeowners alike.This conversation highlights a major shift happening across the industry:👉 Contractors who understand buildings will have a competitive advantage.👉 Contractors who understand systems will deliver better results.The future of HVAC isn't simply about higher-efficiency equipment.It's about understanding the building as a complete system.Whether you're involved in HVAC design, home performance, energy auditing, weatherization, building diagnostics, architecture, or residential construction, this episode provides practical knowledge that can improve comfort, efficiency, and long-term performance.🚀 HVAC ADHD™ Season 2 is officially underway.And we're just getting started.Chris' Links: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-laumer-giddens-2280695/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claumergiddens/Website: https://www.lgsquaredinc.com/🔗 WATCH & LISTENYouTube:https://youtu.be/ZkWR9KgNNScSpotify:https://zurl.co/SymZZApple Podcasts:https://zurl.co/qWpbU🔗 Follow HVAC ADHD™YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@HVACADHDMediaCoInstagram:https://zurl.co/kL5OfFacebook:https://zurl.co/akYBALinkedIn:https://zurl.co/D8A7r#HVACADHD#HVACADHDVodcast#ChrisLaumerGiddens#JeremyBegley#BuildingScience#BuildingEnvelope#HVACDesign#HomePerformance#Airflow#StaticPressure#PassiveHouse#HighPerformanceHomes#SprayFoam#MoistureManagement#AirSealing#IndoorAirQuality#EnergyEfficiency#HVACTech#HVACIndustry#ContractorEducation#BuildingDiagnostics