Tools Required to be an effective HVAC Technician

In this video, Sergio opens his tool bag up and shows everyone what has helped him become a successful HVAC technician.

[theordorelaster]

Every class should show this to newbies. Always invest in good tools and be disciplined.

[millenialmemoirs]

For general maintenance/troubleshooting: I have a small husky bag with an impact/malco 6inch reversible 1/4+5/16 bit, multimeter, headlamp, a strip of duct tape for furnace door switches, small channel locks, small adjustable wrench, a reversible Phillips/flat head impact bit, some small alligator clip jumpers, side cutters, needle nose pliers, and some zip ties. I keep a pocket Ir thermometer, stubby screwdriver, and utility knife in my pocket. That’s about 5% of my tools, and does 90% of the work. Anything else I can go back to the truck for.

[Niveous]

I added some of your tools to my list. Something you may want on your bag are 3 and 5 amp poppers. I use em' for checking shorts. So when I don't have a small graveyard of fuses when I'm done.

[MsDLON]

My nephew just became a HVAC Tech. Video was useful so I can see what to gift him Thank you!

[michaelsmith]

Your tool setup and bag are "CLUTCH" :)

[leonardlewis]

Hvac is life I wake up think hvac go to bed dreaming ac prototypes. I never thought I would have a job that I love ❤

[Panotaker]

I don't even carry a tool bag. For trouble shooting, I carry a drill gun, a fluke clamp multimeter, some alligator clip jumpers to jump out the thermostat, a pocket thermometer, a flashlight, and a Leatherman multi tool. That's it. Once I find out what's wrong with the unit, I go to the truck to get my tool bag, which I have a couple, depending on what the job is. Save your back and quit carrying a million tools with you. I got all the same stuff, I just keep it in smaller bags. You don't need to carry every tool you got on every call. At least leave the doubles in your truck. No offense.

[bryann]

I have a night edition MCT veto bag …if I’m going to do a trouble shooting i make sure I have the full system performance by keeping all my field piece probes including static presures.. my tools bag it has everything he has there and plus trouble shooting tools it makes my life easier and saves so much time by not going back to my truck to get anything.

[Gottaloveguitars]

That’s a great kit, I’ve got pretty much the same setup. Really makes a difference having the right tools when you are trying to get to the next job as fast as possible.

[ryelandbarnes]

Use a bent zip tie for servicing, and holding the safety switch down, it’s also already in your bag and not taking a spot

[joemarortiz]

Usually commerical is 3/8 you definitely need it

[Amber]

I have the Veto Pro Pac and it's filled to the brim with every hand tool I need both for service and installation, best investment ever.
I keep the power tools in a Makita duffle bag. Both quite heavy, but for most things I don't even need to go to the van a second time

[swigerstudios]

That’s blue collar Drake if I ever seen him

[VashtheReapr]

take a shot every time he says "comes in clutch"

[JnitraM]

I love the bag. I carry a 'go bag' into the house, attic, basement, whatever to troubleshoot. And most problems, upwards of 90%, I can do from that bag with standard hand tools. If not, then I go get the big bag. I'm not going back and forth all the time. Just once or twice, maybe. There are some customers that freak out when you bring in something like that right off the bat. Just carry the basics the first time in, most of the time you'll finx it.... Otherwise, great video. I agree with everything else!

[johnmounce]

Something else to note, this may look different depending on area of the country you’re in and the company you work for. I live in Beaufort SC, and work on almost all heatpumps, and occasionally a gas furnace. Also do 90% service work. Hardly any install. I use the TP4B and it holds everything I need it to

[skyybluu]

Really a perfect video for someone about to jump into install like myself! Thank you very much!

[PhasePower]

the klein 11 in 1 is not considered an insulated tool for electrical work.

[tillerdogg]

Thanks for the video. Starting as an apprentice next week.

[skyybluu]

This video is SO well done! Straight to the point. Super helpful! Thank you so much and keep up the great work my friend!