Anthony Tosco

Tosco is owner and operator of Avanti Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Inc. in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Avanti focuses on high-end residential hydronics work. Contact Tosco at 610-489-2717 or avantiphminc@gmail.com.

HVAC Small Business Hiring Hardships

Anthony Tosco

August 13, 2018

I’ve learned many things in the last 17 years. Perhaps the biggest learning curve for me has been with people. Of course, as individuals, we’re all different.

Troubleshooting HVAC Systems: It’s All About How You Approach the Job Site

Anthony Tosco

May 14, 2018

I’m sort of a health nut. You may know the type: organic lean protein shake, fresh fruits and veggies, loads of exercise …

Preventive Maintenance is Crucial for Commercial Hydronic Systems

Anthony Tosco

January 15, 2018

Preventive Maintenance is Crucial for Commercial Hydronic Systems Unfortunately, many homeowners, business owners, and technicians are willing to let the boiler slide for months or even years without a proper checkup.

A Look Inside One Hydronic/HVAC Pro’s Tool Bag — Part 2

Choosing the right hardware for your work

Anthony Tosco

April 10, 2017

Before I allow a tool into my work, I do a lot of online research. Then, I go for rigorous hands-on experience at trade shows, tool jamborees, or manufacturer

Hydronics Zone: A Look Inside One Hydronic/HVAC Pro’s Tool Bag — Part 1

Tools enable technicians to get the job done

Anthony Tosco

November 21, 2016

From cellphones to pipe wrenches, software to hand-held diagnostic devices, and everything in between – our tools are our “force multipliers.” They enable us to do things that no man, woman, or team of pros could do just a generation ago.

Fernox’s TF1 Total Filter uses a magnet to attract metal fragments and keep them from circulating within hydronics systems.

Eliminate Corrosive Water in Your Boiler

Anthony Tosco

June 20, 2016

And to think, you almost unleashed them on your gorgeous, newly installed hydronic system. Talk about creating your own risk of callbacks.

Anthony Tosco, owner and operator, Avanti Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Inc. in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, prepares to install a Taco Zone Sentry zone valve.

What’s the Difference Between Delta P and Delta T?

Contractors should believe in metrics, not magic

Anthony Tosco

January 25, 2016

There’s no such thing as magic in hydronics. There are no magic boilers, controls, or circulators that know what to do. If someone can’t explain to you exactly how a delta (Δ) P or a ΔT variable-speed circulator works, and why, without using the word “magic” or some derivative thereof, they don’t really know.

Mentors are Leaders, Learners, and Life Changers

From a chance meeting to a lifetime of hydronics leadership

Anthony Tosco

August 31, 2015

It happened abruptly — I woke up one morning and decided I wanted to try something new. Little did I know then that the path I’m on now would be so affected by some very special mentors. Heck, I didn’t even know what “hydronics” meant back then, but, now, it’s both a passion and a profession.

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Anthony Tosco

ARTICLES

HVAC Small Business Hiring Hardships

Troubleshooting HVAC Systems: It’s All About How You Approach the Job Site

Preventive Maintenance is Crucial for Commercial Hydronic Systems

A Look Inside One Hydronic/HVAC Pro’s Tool Bag — Part 2

Hydronics Zone: A Look Inside One Hydronic/HVAC Pro’s Tool Bag — Part 1

Eliminate Corrosive Water in Your Boiler

What’s the Difference Between Delta P and Delta T?

Mentors are Leaders, Learners, and Life Changers

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