Spray foam insulation promises improved energy efficiency, tighter building envelopes, and better thermal performance. But what happens when the installation doesn’t go as planned? In this episode of the High-Performance HVAC Podcast, Adam Mufich is joined by John Ellis, Anthony Lenard, and Barry Mankin for a revealing discussion about the potential downsides of spray foam insulation.
From off-gassing and moisture accumulation to shrinking foam, building pressure problems, and premature equipment failures, the group shares real-world experiences that challenge conventional thinking. The conversation goes beyond insulation to explore what HVAC contractors need to understand about the entire building before making changes that could have unintended consequences
Featuring:
Adam Mufich - National Comfort Institute
John Ellis - Dynamic Air consulting
Barry Mankin - 4 Corners Environmental
Anthony Lenard - Building Performance Solutions
29 Sept 2026
Three Women, Three HVAC Businesses, One Big Question: How Do You Grow?
Recorded at NCI’s 2026 High Performance Summit, Adam talks with Alana, Dawn, and Misti about what it takes to run a high-performance HVAC company. They discuss hiring for the right fit, measuring airflow, giving homeowners meaningful options, and making room for the next generation to lead.
Featuring:
Adam Mufich - National Comfort Institute
Alana Ward - Baggett Heating and Cooling
Dawn Mroczek - GV’s Heating and Cooling
Misti Meiners - Discount Heating and Air
18 Sept 2026
IAQ Does Not Come in a Box – with Tim DeStasio
Solving an IAQ problem takes more than installing the latest air-cleaning device.
In this episode, Casey Contreras and Adam Mufich sit down with Tim DeStasio to discuss practical psychrometrics, humidity control, dew point, and the four pillars of indoor air quality: source control, filtration, ventilation, and humidity control.
Tim explains why technicians should think beyond relative humidity, how to diagnose IAQ problems before prescribing solutions, and why certain popular air-cleaning technologies may introduce unintended consequences. The conversation also covers ventilation, depressurization, particulate monitoring, blower-door testing, and how HVAC professionals can become true diagnosticians of the home.
Featuring:
Casey Contreras - National Comfort Institute
Adam Mufich - National Comfort Institute
Tim DeStasio - Comfort Science Solutions
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