HVAC beginners are often confused about the tools and equipment they need to use. To perform daily installations, repairs, and maintenance on HVAC machinery, it’s essential to have basic tools that every handyman has. Here is a brief guide to equipment that is common for HVAC professionals.
Basic Handyman Toolbox
HVAC technicians use basic handyman tools that are mostly used by carpenters and plumbers. One important tool is a pipe wrench that is used to remove or install pipes. These pipes run to and from water heaters and centralized furnaces. There are certain parts of an HVAC system that need to be taken apart, looked over, repaired or replaced, and then screwed back together. Make sure that your toolbox includes the basics, such as hammers, pliers, and screwdrivers.
Step Ladder
Many heaters and air conditioners are attached to the walls near the ceiling. Some HVAC units are installed outdoors close to the roof. The average furnace or A/C weighs 100 pounds or more and may require several technicians to carry it. A rope and pulley could work, but the easiest choice is a step ladder.
Cordless Drill
Use a cordless drill to install thermometers and other central consoles into the wall. It’s portable and convenient for technicians to use without needing an outlet. Some batteries take only 10 minutes to recharge entirely.
Thermostats
HVAC technicians are constantly working on thermostats to ensure their proper functioning. When the thermostat malfunctions, the rest of the household suffers from temperatures that are too high or too low. Many parts of a digital thermometer can malfunction. The heating or air conditioning may turn on at the wrong time of the day or in the wrong rooms. Modern repairmen have to be very familiar with the different features of traditional and digital thermostats.
Wire Stripper
Installing heating and cooling units means working with wires. A wire stripper is needed to crimp, strip and snip wires. Since most machines are connected by wires, this tool is more effective than a scissor and often comes in handy.
There are different residential and commercial HVAC systems that vary by size, type pf energy usage and types of features. Heating and cooling workers often fail by having the right skills but having the wrong tools. Other times, they have the right tools but use them on the wrong equipment. As a new or experienced provider, know the types of HVAC equipment that you need to create the best results from your services. If you’d like to know about the products and services we provide, call our company now at 408-295-2182.