HVAC Tool Box Essentials

Many individuals are turning to parts and labor technician jobs as careers to build lifetime professions around. One of the types of technical careers that is gaining in popularity and will be around for a long time to come is the HVAC mechanic. This technician is responsible for the heating and cooling of buildings. In North America, we are very used to the fact that our buildings are a comfortable temperature inside and most businesses and homeowners pay to keep that level of comfort steady all year-round. As such, HVAC careers are expanding and more individuals are expressing interest in this job.

One of the things to consider when choosing a technical field to pursue is what sort of tools are required for the job and what sort of investment is required up front to begin working. There are a number of common tools required for HVAC repair that will be found in almost every technician's tool box. These tools include a hand notcher, a pipe crimper, a snap lock punch, an aviation snip, a hand seamer, an aluminum snip, a scratch awl, a duct stretcher, as well a number of different types of safety equipment such as aprons, masks, hats, and knee pads. Most of those tools are unfamiliar to the garage layperson and it is important to keep in mind that proper training is required for use of any manual or power tool.

If you are considering a job in the field of HVAC repair and maintenance, the tools on this list will go a long way to starting out your profession. As with all products, they are available from a number of different manufacturers and can be made of varying quality. You usually get what you pay for and investing in expensive tools may not be necessary up front, but can be a good investment in your tool box in the long run. Stock your kit with these tools and you will be ready to tackle just about any HVAC job, large or small. This list is designed to be a quick overview of the types of tools that a technician is required and expected to use. As with all tools, adequate training and experience in both how the tool works and specific safety measures are needed before any job is started. Take the time to make sure you know how to use a tool safely before starting any job.