Derek Cole

25 yrs in HVAC. Diagnosed with #MS in 2012. Featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, seen on Huffington Post & Bloomberg. Expert on soft cookies and cake.

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

Experiencing HVAC issues? Before calling a pro, check these 4 things: 1. Circuit breaker. 2. Thermostat settings. 3. Air filter. 4. Schedule routine maintenance to catch problems early. #HVACTips #HomeMaintenance

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

This one hit me a little differently.

Everybody is fighting something.

Some battles you can see. Some you can’t.

I wake up every day with Multiple Sclerosis. Some days are better than others, but the battle is there every single day.

And I’ve learned something through it.

I don’t need a cheering section. I need a clearing section.

I need people who help clear the path. People who encourage. People who show up. People who help carry the load when it gets heavy and remind you to keep moving when the road gets tough.

And I think we all need that.

Life will give you plenty of critics. Plenty of people willing to talk about what you should have done, could have done, or why what you’re trying probably won’t work.

Keep moving anyway.

You don’t have to feel great to have a great day.

You don’t have to have an easy road to keep making progress.

You don’t have to win every battle today. Sometimes the victory is simply getting up, putting one foot in front of the other, and refusing to quit.

Whatever you’re carrying today, keep going.

And while you’re moving forward, look around.

Somebody else is fighting a battle too.

Encourage them. Help them. Pray for them. Clear a little of the road in front of them.

We don’t need more people standing on the sidelines telling us how to fight the battle.

We need more people willing to get in the fight with us.

Be one of those people.

Whatever you’re fighting today, get up, keep moving, help somebody else along the way, and don’t quit.

LET’S GO!

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

HVAC systems can harbor bacteria where air is drawn in. #HVACtips #HomeMaintenance Original footage used for commentary, criticism & education. © respective owner. For educational purposes only. HVAC equipment can be dangerous. Consult a qualified professional.

[New Orleans Saints @Saints]

Zamir White runs into the endzone with ease 🤝

#Saints | 📺: FOX-8

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

FINISH THE JOB. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Scotland leads Richmond 20-0 with 8:48 left in the 3rd.

⏰ We pick it back up TONIGHT at 7 PM at Scotland High School.

Pack the stands. Let’s finish this.

#GoScots

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

Is cleaning your AC's outdoor coil worth it? #HVACtips #HomeMaintenance Original footage used for commentary, criticism & education. © respective owner. For educational purposes only. HVAC equipment can be dangerous. Consult a qualified professional.

[Inky Johnson @inkyjohnson]

This is the day that the Lord has made, so let us rejoice and be glad in it.

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

Heat rises, making upstairs warmer. If your thermostat is downstairs, you might freeze the lower floor just to make the upper levels comfortable. Smart home temp control can fix this. #HomeTips #EnergySaving

[Inky Johnson @inkyjohnson]

This is the day that the Lord has made, so let us rejoice and be glad in it.

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

Condensation on your cold coil creates a damp, dark spot where growth can thrive, leading to musty smells. Prevent this by introducing UV light into your system. #HVAC #HomeMaintenance

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HVAC dangers #HVACtips #HealthyHome Original footage used for commentary, criticism & education. © respective owner. For educational purposes only. HVAC equipment can be dangerous. Consult a qualified professional.

[Zamir White @zeus1_34]

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[Inky Johnson @inkyjohnson]

This is the day that the Lord has made, so let us rejoice and be glad in it.

[Derek Cole @DerekMCole]

A thin layer of dirt—just 1/20th of an inch—can slash your HVAC efficiency by over 20%! Regular maintenance, like changing filters and cleaning coils, prevents breakdowns and saves you money, especially during extreme temperatures. #HVACtips #HomeMaintenance