3 common plights of the HVAC Technician, and how to tackle them💪

[@arthouston7361]

If a new tech is not humble now, the trade WILL humble him. Crow is a regular meal until you get your sea legs. 80% of service calls involve electricity. Learn it, live it, love it.

[@AKHVAC]

That's a great point Art Houston!! Thanks for watching!

[@hvacmike1175]

No man it just needs a little freon😀

[@VoiD1x]

what do you mean crow? 1 year into commercial hvac here

[@arthouston7361]

@@VoiD1x "Eating Crow" is an expression. informal•North American be humiliated by having to admit one's defeats or mistakes. "the so-called experts will be eating crow tonight"

[@rossr4222]

Service call comes in at 4:30pm, supply house closes at 5pm. That’s my life

[@tasjourney7778]

And you work for a small company who stocks no parts

[@ironphoenix5145]

@@tasjourney7778 In this world now of variable speed blower motors and X 13 blower motors where you must have the factory OEM motor to make it work the supply houses closing at 5 pm is a real problem.

[@jesusfierro5436]

@@tasjourney7778 It baffles me this is too common of an occurrence for us.

[@aikidomark1]

Exactly

[@codylebleu9573]

If you don't have the part charge them the extra hour fee for having the supply house to open up after hours

[@daryl1609]

I have been in the hvac industry for over 30yrs this isn't just a job it's a lifestyle. You never stop learning and I tell my apprentices I'm not the best but I'm one of the best because soon as you think you are top dog you will get knocked down. This guy is 100%correct on every thing he has said

[@theangrytechnician6649]

Lots of great points as usual. I’ve been in the trade for a short 13 years this month and I can honestly say I’ve seen it change drastically! Wether it be the technology of the control systems and equipment, the safety that has been trusted upon us, or the tools that have come out (I still don’t own digital gauges, lol) to help make our lives easier to troubleshoot this advanced equipment, this trade is definitely one to keep us all on our toes and forever learning. “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn” B. Franklin. Keep up the videos brother.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

I’m 31 years into this trade and read Manuel’s on new equipment weekly, and attend about 3-4 classes a year on specific products. My next one will be on the Phoenix valves for building and fume hood control. It’s a never ending learning journey every day. 👍

[@JuanTodoli]

My next one: Danfoss ICF multifunction valves.

[@thescribe3184]

Thinking about getting into this. What kinda toll has it taken on your body?

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

The Scribe how old are you. Did u play high school football? I did. I’m a grinder. Been at it since 19 now 51, this job will take zero toll on your body if you work smart. ( I was s block head ), there are safety protocols and tools and devices to work smart now, not hard. Example - we used to carry compressors up to the roof one guy or rope them 2 guys. Now that labor cost are high enough we crane those. That means your back is safe. Working smart not hard. Hope that helps.

[@thescribe3184]

I'm 41. Basketball player. I'm in the gym every day. 6'1 201lb no fat. Looking to learn HVAC to compliment my 9 years of facilities management experience.

[@NorCal-refrigeration]

The Scribe do it go union pay is killer.

[@octaviustyson9387]

I love this video man...real talk ain't nothing like this HVAC world! I love it! Been in ten years and I learn something new every single day!!

[@hvacmike1175]

June will be 40 years in the hvac trade. I’m still learning

[@Quentyn73]

Learning what?

[@dogpaws9980]

How's your back, knees, and elbows doing?

[@ironphoenix5145]

@@dogpaws9980After 30 years mine sound like a bowl of Rice Krispies . SNAP CRACKLE POP.

[@Bruceman17]

@@ironphoenix5145 needed more preventative maintenance

[@ironphoenix5145]

@@Bruceman17As a co worker of mine said "Nobody beats the clock." We all get older and our joints and bodies wear out. After 3 decades of crawling in attics and crawl spaces joint damage is unavoidable. I do not want to be all broken down and walking with a cane when I reach retirement age. Which is why I am saying bye bye to HVAC and beginning a new career.

[@carltonfisher4551]

I like this video. I think I’m going to show it to new apprentices. I have been in this trade for 35 1/2 years as a service tech. I learned from older techs and the school of hard knocks. I tell my apprentices “ you will never stop learning HVAC if you stay in this trade”.

[@kenlake7714]

The learning curve is real. It keeps you humble. Understand that you are going to fuck up and dont take it personal if you fail.

[@oldtimehomestead1554]

How to deal with the public, might be the most challenging at times. I have been in the trade since the mid 80s, best advice I have is don't be afraid to ask for help if you run into something you do not understand. We learn something new every day. Every system is different, same principle.

[@corystuart1959]

I'm in HVAC school for another few months. I would love to intern with someone like you. So much knowledge.

[@DanielHernandez-tp2tm]

And always look at the bigger picture. After every fix, check the entire system to ensure proper operations. Love the channel bro!

[@tadfradsham7451]

Very well put! Couldn’t agree more. Been doing this for a long time…look forward to hanging up my gauges some day. When people ask me now what I do for a living, I have simplified my answer. “I transfer heat”. That’s usually enough for me to enjoy the rest of my day..

[@nickguerriero8659]

I've gone through that same situation with a co-worker, he uses outdated practices and abused tools. It's hard not to argue about what the correct way to do something is when all the other person cares about is "is it running?" Keep up the awesome videos AK

[@commercialelectrician133]

Nick Guerriero. i know what your talking about i worked for a company where the owner as always just getting things buy or turning a simple jog in to f-up mess where i had to go fix his shit work he always had we dont do thing that way when i started i would always tell him were not in the 1970 were in the 2015 where things run difrent

[@capcloud652]

I have been an HVACR tech for 28 years.I can remember when plumbers were still running service calls on furnaces.Over the years I have worked on grocery rack systems to ice machines .275 ton package units to Lieberts .water source heat pumps to chillers .Steam boilers to broilers.I was an industrial main tech for 5 years I was hired to keep the chillers going and learned to work on production CNC machines .I Worked in the power,HVAC division of UR .I was the shops HVAC tech but also picked basic Diesel engine skills and generators service . .I Worked as a project contract employee in R&D as lab rat for the gas appliance lab at whirlpool (That job was a real eye opener .My brain hurt everyday sadly the project ended ).My advice to young guys is become the master of information warehousing (you won’t always remember all the details of that class from 10 years ago that you never used much )so save those manuals,books from classes.Some of the best techs I know are walking service manual .( in 1997 I called a co worker a real brain over an antique of a ice machine .He immediately recalled a service bulletin for that model from1975 that addressed the issue )( I wish I was that good ) .Learn to become the master of sourcing information.Read the installation instructions ,service manuals.Save the numbers for tech support for major manufactures,you will be calling one sooner or later. Learn to become a master of learning .The other thing is master the basics,so many times things are missed that were fundamental things that were overlooked by others.

[@bjwcerttech]

Thankyou that was priceless!!!!!

[@frankhallman339]

Excellent videos! Your comment about learning until you hang up the gauges is the perfect mindset. I interviewed a tech prospect and he told me,”I’ve seen it all and done it all! There ain’t nothing I can’t do!” Well, what he can’t do is work for me! I’ve been in this field for about 30 years and I’m still learning!

[@OcRefrig]

Good Vid. All True. Been doing this 37 years. still going to School. New machines, New Training Seminars, still learning. still Studing. still trying to do a better job. still Trying to Be ONE OF THE BEST. But, you Also Have to Bill it out. so, u Must Know the customer and what they are willing to pay and what kind of job they want.

[@Alex-jo2oi]

I interviewed two times with HR & Service Manager. I told service I hope to learn install as well. I think I will get it. I really hope so man. The notion of learning every single day as well as providing a critical component to buildings is what motivates me every single day.

[@TySterling1]

Great Video.....I'm a KISS guy....Keep It Simple Stupid....always start with the basics and obvious and then the Rabbit Hole and when I get stuck I'm never afraid to "Phone a Friend/Owner"...talk it out and move on...all the while learning....the point that you bring up repeatedly about spending personal time learning is #1 in my mind....if you want to be above average and not a "parts changer" you gotta do it....thx again Andrew for your self sacrifice with the channel and videos to help others learn and grow

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for watching Ty 👍👍!! Appreciate the support🍻

[@cu27rotary70]

My "call a friend" friend just had a bad accident. He fell of a 6' ladder and ended up ICU. He is better now.

[@carloslugo8353]

What’s happening to me right now is that I have a thing for knowing everything I possibly can about something I’m passionate about. I’m just about to finish school and I’m studying 24/7 and I always feel that I’m not even close to scratching the surface of everything that is HVAC. It drives me crazy. I can’t wait to start my apprenticeship and I hope I get to work with the most badass of techs. I’m so ready to work my ass and be extremely happy and proud of what I do.

[@Lewisfam08]

This is seriously my new favorite KZbin HVAC channel. Sheesh I wish I had a journeyman who was like you coming up... I would have learned things much easier than having to basically learn on the fly. Classes only took me so far, I thoroughly enjoy the way you break things down so I could imagine what type of teacher you are with you are with your apprentices / helpers

[@michaelthurber2660]

Good video. You are correct, we have a wealth of knowledge and always learn something new every day. It's unavoidable. I liken this field to a high wire act with no net, incredible foresight, and with bare feet all for a single call. I still to this day bounce things off other techs and often come to the same conclusions...

[@primusheating1]

You tha man. I concur with you my brother. I'm 21 years into the trade and I still get chills down my spine whenever I learn something new. Keep up the good work Big Fella.

[@AKHVAC]

thanks for watching homie!

[@moonlitdreamsrc]

I have to start by apologising for a comment i left on one of your other videos and then deleted shortly thereafter - I was feeling somewhat irritated by our standards board in the UK which had nothing to do with you so sorry again. I enjoy your videos and frequently pass them on to our new guys encouraging them to watch your new additions. Because a lot information is easy to find these days people frequently overlook the importance of experience applied and hours of frustration that someone else has been through to deliver that information to others. We should all pay attention to those who have lived and breathed the path before us as opposed to thinking they know everything from a couple of years under someone who is merely doing it as a job to earn money. There is a big difference. I admire your passion and humility buddy and thanks again for taking the time to upload your videos and sharing your own journey. You remind me mastery is always another ten years from now - learning is what keeps things interesting. All the best man 🙂

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for the comment friend! That said you must have deleted the original comment fast, I cannot recall what you originally vented about. Either way no worries and thanks for watching!

[@apprenticephil649]

I like starting with the basics of refrigeration and going from there. You can tell a lot about a system by using a PT chart and taking a suction and superheat. Hell by using feels, sounds, asking the customer, using a screwdriver as a stethoscope, whatever it takes. I only start peeling layers when I think it's human error, or an ambient/power outage related issue.

[@iLikeC00kieDough]

Apprentice Phil that’s good advice for diving further in depth when you think it’s human error

[@apprenticephil649]

iLikeC00kieDough sometimes it's someone leaving a walk in door open because the door closure is broken or stacking bags of creamers on a shelf below the evaporator which bounces the air to a thermostat on the back wall making it cut out prematurely. If the refrigeration system is sound and there aren't many bells and whistles on the system you start looking at human error for sure.

[@johnd4348]

I agree 100 percent with going the extra mile on being highly skilled ,but I spent the first 15 years of my hvac career reading everything I could. Using my vacation weeks to go to training schools on my own dime to get better. Going to seminars and training on week ends and after work to get better. Joining RSES and gong to their training and meetings. I don't think one employer or service manger every carried or appreciated it at all. Some even ridiculed me for it. Said I was just trying to be better than every one else. Well my answer is yes. I am trying to be better than all the other crappy techs out there . Sometimes you have to just do things to improve yourself for yourself not for the company, the customers or the guy signing your pay check check. Being good at what you do has it's own rewards.

[@apprenticephil649]

John D I only have 2 years experience but I want to be you sir. I say vistaprint your name on a card and go solo. If you are really good and I'm sure you are you should be sniping those contracts from the dum dums. My old school trainer hates dealing with the public. He's not tactful. I love dealing with the public, worked for years in a restaurant. Just kill them with kindness and hand them the bill. He's starting to see it my way, and you need both to run a business. So if you have the hard part figured out I say start up your own gig and be super smiley.

[@AKHVAC]

Hey John D, thank you for sharing this! 👍👍What a great story. Definitley a role model for us. And thanks for watching!!🍻

[@monteglover4133]

I have been in the service trade for about 40yrs. From standing pilot (60%?) to 90%+ furnaces, the 1st ones I installed 30+years ago. I have always pushed high efficiency but at a pay off sales. I still occasionally run into problems that will drive me nutz. The problem with a 60 year old is you get a 60 year old body ... but the problem with a 20 year old is missing 40 years of experience. I am 64 years old and having to slow down but hope to never to have to completely walk away from from the trade.

[@IAG1]

Monte Glover im 20 and about to finish course in hvac , about to get my first inerview in a couple of weeks, and that is very true , my instructors always tell me that many techs will be retiring in years to come, those being the original ones who installed 60 or even 50% , & get as much knowledge from them since we will be the ones doing it in the future. Hoping that i get someone who is willing to share the knowledge , because not all of them do so

[@monteglover4133]

I never understood why some tech's are unwilling to share their knowledge and experience, I have always felt it is a privilege to share and often I learn from someone else who has new eyes.

[@IAG1]

Monte Glover thats true, with all the new codes and regulations , you do and always will be learning , that being said years of experience is always good to know ! And being at school my instructors being 40-60 years old, also shared their own personal experiences and not alll textbooks.

[@migmog3060]

Damn I’m 20

[@carlmarquardt994]

You are doing all right my friend. Aussie commercial installation electrician here. At 46 starting to feel very tired at the end of each work week. Still do more than the young ones though!! Lol

[@TheRealJoeCarter]

Man, you're honestly an inspiration to me. I'd love to be on your level one day and I wish that my employer would provide me with more opportunities to be able to learn.

[@jesseellis6118]

I've watched a handful of your videos since I'm starting school in August. Not only am I'm learning a lot (and a lot is going over my head, but it'll piece together once the time comes) but I'm also becoming less overwhelmed. This is exactly the video I was needing to help me anchor my feet in this industry. You're very humble and you got yourself a new subscriber. Keep up the work!

[@dc9039]

Excellent video. One of the hardest things on instruments is the heat and cold temperatures they are exposed to.

[@austinwidmer7808]

Seeing some of these videos years later, love them. Very informative, been in the trade for 3 years as a controls technician. Also by this video I noticed you were in my hometown of Louisville, where I also work. Hope to see more videos from you sometime, great knowledge! This trade is one of a kind and the best trade out there in my opinion. Keep up the great work!

[@themardogs]

I just became a install tech and you have been a big help. I appreciate all your help. Thanks brother.

[@chrismoody1342]

Forty years in the business and I ain’t no Zin Master or ever will be. The speed of progress is mind numbing. What I’ve witnessed in the HVAC industry evolution over the years is staggering. First it was condensing furnaces, then staging, a then variable speeds and ECM’s and now VRF systems. And I’m only talking the residential side of things. It’s hard to think of a trade that has evolved so much so fast. Maybe computer sciences. You are so right I wear the hat of nearly every trade in the business. From Carpenter to Roofing systems. Sometimes I think it would be easier to be a Doctor. 😎🇺🇸

[@gilbertomejiajr1706]

Great video again but I'm in school now and yes it's a lot to take in and remember I'm doing the electric class and man it's a lot atoms ohms latent heat things like that

[@michaelwhite1981]

Hang in there, bud! As a recent HVACR school grad, I can tell you that all of the book work & theory is enough to send your brain in to total overload at times. If you are like me, you often times overlook what is likely directly in front of you, and/or have already convinced yourself that the answer has to be something dripping with scientific trade theory, rather than a straight forward and simple diagnosis. My greatest influence in school always told me "don't over think it", and I ran with that! My advice to you - if you can, get a part time job within the trade while you are in school. That's precisely what gave me a sizable advantage over the abilities of my class mates. My instructor always told me that "a day in the field is worth a week in class", and boy was he correct. I learned so much, working every other weekend while in school, and it has really paid off. Straight out of school (graduated the 9th of November), I am in my own service vehicle, running calls. You've got this, brother. Now go get it done! Best of luck to you.

[@Dc-dp6go]

Michael White I know you were responding to that guy above but I needed to hear this too. About to start classes in this trade and am excited and nervous about it. I needed to read this thank you

[@2921hj]

You philosophy is how I live every day is continuing education. Speaking of witch thanks for reminding me I need to buy a new meter

[@briansisk2182]

Your videos are very relatable. Service manager here. The thing I have found you can’t learn in school or in the books. There are going to be days and calls where it’s just wtf? Then it’s a deep breath and I say to myself there will be only be one outcome here. Great comment about the refrigeration cycle. Yeah that’s not changing it’s just all core now what have we added and what’s the theory behind that. Use to get annoyed now I just laugh. Like what did I expect.

[@hvacsquad4049]

100% agree with you man. The amount of information and knowledge that is out there to absorb is overwhelming. But i try to get a good understanding of the issue at hand slowly. Sometimes just one or two pages a day after hours. Taking time and relaxing my mind and then trying again is working out good so far. Into the trade from a year and a half now. Huge respect for you man✌🏻✌🏻. You are a real a real motivation. Shout out from Canada🇨🇦

[@MrMultitool]

Probably one of the best pieces of advice is Don't be led by pre conceived notions! It will cause You to waste a lot of time.That's where the rabbit holes are. You are right, this is a never ending learning experience .It is very satisfying though.

[@keithhill1985]

I like the rooftop footage. Those are my favorite jobs. I tell my wife all the time I get to see okc in ways very few people have. My pics don’t do it justice but you do a nice job.

[@Brian17177]

I hear you. How come when I take a picture on a roof of Milwaukee it just looks small and insignificant. But while looking off the roof at the city it looks awsome

[@johntravolto4058]

Another great video brethren. I just sent it over to a potential apprentice. Currently just started trade school and He is interested in joining on board with my company but always asks me these blanket sweeping generalized questions. Example of most recent via text "hey what kind of tools do I need" I mean their are a million different combinations a service tech can have and not one is the same. I hope he subscribes to your channel because you have a way of explaining this field a lot better than I ever could do.

[@AKHVAC]

Hey John Trovato, thank you for sharing this!. And thanks for watching!!🍻

[@johntravolto4058]

@@AKHVAC absolutely my friend. Keep doing you! This channel is a great resource for beginners, senior techs and everyone in between!

[@davidwaggoner8521]

Spot on. In the beginning i would seldom dial up tech support for solving problems. Today though, there's no way anyone can know it all. I'm always amazed that an IOM manual skips over hidden fault codes that might show up in diagnostic codes...

[@markbeiser]

Reminds me of a few years ago working on a Daikin VRVIII system. Called tech support about an odd problem, and they talked me through going into some stuff in the undocumented Setting Mode 3 they didn't tell us about when I took all the service classes in 2008, and is not in the service manual. I tried not to be to pissy with them about the complete lack of documentation about it, but seriously, WTF?

[@leagente]

BANG! You've won a subscriber. I don't think I've come across any HVAC & R person who've stopped learning. Also, cuz your beard reminds me of a cool fridgie tech I used to follow. Used to help him swap out huge compressors the size of car motors in rack systems at grocery stores. Big tough dude with big beard, but gentle soul. Cheers.

[@brianmahoney154]

You sound like you are very proud of your humility!🤣😂🤪 Love your KZbin videos!

[@jamesmurray703]

As a fellow chiller mechanic I really appreciate your videos and commentary, keep up the good work.

[@Rezcat-y6r]

Excellent video Andrew. I’m busy washing my service van. Gotta get er done. I’ve been hiding from my service manager so I don’t get busted. That being said. Yeah it’s sometimes hard to decide when to apply the theory or just change out the fringing run cap. In 25 years I still go through that. And like you said you’re always going to be going to classes. Just last Wednesday our Operations manager,the one that I was hiding from, scheduled a service class regarding Pelican thermostats at RSD. He was there. He turns 71 this week. He was a 40 year plus at the training center. Education is like a dirty diaper. No matter how hard you try you’re going to get some on you. So keep going to class. Tools? Don’t get me started. How many micron gauges can one guy have? Anyways great video again. Have a great weekend. God bless.

[@thomas8759]

I often find myself falling into that "rabbit hole" as you mentioned and one thought process that really helps me streamline my thoughts and allows me to walk myself through the troubleshooting is something a mentor of mine told me maybe 3 or so years ago. "doesnt matter if its a bbq or a 2mmbtu boiler, theres 3 cards on the table. airflow, electrical, fluid supply (whether it be water or nat gas, LP, etc), if youre there to service downed equipment at least 1 of those 3 are not working." Dont get me wrong, that saying isnt the be all end all of service calls but really helps me break down what im seeing (or not seeing lol) whats infront of me.

[@Shawshankdude2005]

I once tore apart so much insulation looking for a leak, the installer hated my guts. I must've spent three or four hours trying to zero in on this damn thing. So where was the leak? There wasn't, the schrader wasn't screwed in all the way.

[@michaelrasmussen426]

If you were my apprentice I would have been upset as well.. I would have asked you why you tore out so much insulation if you didn't hear or see via (oil) a leak..

[@Shawshankdude2005]

@@michaelrasmussen426 I was barely a month out of school and too eager to please. Would I be stupid to not look for those things now? Absolutely. But I’m gonna cut the inexperienced flustered past version of myself a little slack.

[@michaelrasmussen426]

@@Shawshankdude2005 I completely understand, but you will understand as well if you are a foreman and are training guys..

[@ryanmarkeyhvac6284]

Great video. I've been doing HVAC since I was a kid and love that its always changing and I'm learning daily. Plus doing service it's a fun and different challenge every call. Keep up the great work man.

[@todddunn5912]

6 m changing filters. boss said,stock his van for service. 48vans at this place, some guys had 40 yrs in the field. 19 yrs later. I/M warranty/refrigeration/all the installs you talk about. every thing you said is 100% accurate. hit me up. Orlando FLA.

[@andysullivan7226]

Alittle over 2.5 years in the hvac field. The problems I see is that hvac companies dont care about doing it right and with quality. I'm about doing it by the book, flowing nitrogen when brazing, pulling proper vacuum, pressure checking with nitrogen, etc, I dont like cutting corners. I went out and bought some of the best tools, fieldpiece everything appion etc. I've worked at 4 different companies in the past 2 months, I gave 2 weeks or quite because they didnt give 2 shits about doing it right, only about the commission and move on. I had 3 interviews in the past week I interviewed them, I didnt want to waste anyone's time. 2 companies are just like the others and 1 was 1hr 30 min one way drive, that was over the phone interview. Getting upsetting I can not find a good company that believes in quality not quantity and putting pride in their work.

[@Lord.Firechops]

WRESTLING THIS SATURDAY?! HELL YEAH!!!!

[@acclaimedsheepdog6375]

Hey man I’m a residential/commercial HVAC installer .. your channel is pretty cool I’ll consider subscribing

[@michaelwhite1981]

Thanks for another excellent video! As a noob to the trade, I have been following your videos for a while now. It is great to have the sugar free version of scenarios to anticipate for the future. As I (and most others, I'd assume) have quickly learned, this trade will smack the confidence straight out of your face at times. Thanks again. I'm looking forward to future postings.

[@dezraq1984]

Hey man thanks for making these videos and sharing your time to help others like my self who are looking to get into the hvac field. I also wanted to say you do just fine of a job being comprehensive and ubiquitous in the aspects of being an hvac technician so if I were you I wouldn't worry about making the videos as entertaining as possible because anyone who is watching these videos to be entertained rather than gain some knowledge on an awesome subject one could make a career of than they aren't taking it seriously and shouldn't be watching to begin with. Just keep doing what your doing, anyone who is genuinely interested in the hvac field will be automatically entertained.

[@johnd4348]

Yes the HVAC business is changing to more high tech job, but most customers and hvac managers still think of techs as over paid, crybaby knuckle dragging wrench turners. Wish I had a dollar everytime someone told me I was just a filter changing monkey, or just add some Freon . Our Managers are more worried about their next bonus then hiring qualified techs. Or complain that they can't find any qualified tech and want to pay 30 percent less then everyone else.

[@timdestasio3367]

John D sounds like you need a new job.

[@Lewisfam08]

Folks are like this with every blue collar trade sadly. They seem to think that tangible trades like HVAC and plumbing and such are easy. In fact when I'm diagnosing a problem I be sure to explain the "why".. And not just the fix.. giving a customer a better understanding of how something works and the theory behind it tends to enlighten some of those type people.

[@dukeofpoop954]

Boss makes a dollar, I make a dime, that's why I shit on company time!

[@joewatts9283]

You must work for the same company as me. I'm just a shit heel installer. Sad thing is that I'm hating this trade and there's nobody else willing to do this work. People get their little two year degree and only want to do service. From where I stand there will be no more installers

[@mantup3236]

So go put in the time and get yours. No experience? Installer. Since when have the shit jobs paid more thant he tech jobs?

[@chrisgormley5751]

As always, powerful points, great knowledge and advice. As well a side of humor. That is the AK way. Thanks for the videos. They always keep me informed and entertained.

[@AKHVAC]

thanks so much for that and for watching Chris!

[@rodgraff1782]

Over my 30 years of teaching apprentices in the sheet metal service industry, I’ve had a number of students that were unwilling to take instruction, because “they already knew enough”. For the most part all of those students failed out in the trade, because they were unwilling to learn as things changed. On the other hand I had at least ten who wanted to learn as much as they possibly could, and became very successful owners of HVAC companies. I have seen a lot of attitudes change over the years.

[@mattb6514]

Not too many guys online that know their stuff unscripted on the go. Subscribed! keep it up your the real deal👍. Red seal Refr/AC mechanic out of Alberta Canada.

[@billburnett9951]

Awesome video. I feel the exact same way about this trade. Your honesty, integrity and knowledge is impressive, and I too strive to have the same mindset and be humble. Thanks for the video, this really hit home!

[@EverythingHVACR]

Well done! All truth in this video, great job 👏

[@TheNolesfan94]

When I have to plug a USB drive into a REACH IN FREEZER and email the diagnostics to the manufacturer... we have really out done ourselves lol I knew what the problem was but still had to send the info to manufacture for warranty records

[@borlozlouidor5241]

What brand was the freezer with the USB drive ?

[@TheNolesfan94]

Borloz Louidor it was a Traulsen

[@a.p.2018]

Good to know to not be intimidated of how your knowledge is changing down the road

[@earthling94]

That was a good talk..and you’re so right about all of it. Deep shit man.

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for watching Steven Izzo 👍👍!! Appreciate the support🍻

[@capitolrefrigerationheatin7501]

yes, its never ending. it is nice when you can figure hard ones out

[@encouraged4u]

Thank you so much..... Excellent video and sound advice. I'm now a subscriber.

[@jamestabor2001]

I try to learn something new everyday on the job and in life in general.

[@AlexBianco100]

Thank you so much for the videos. They are well thought out and are very helpful to a rookie like me. After finishing my first year in resedential service I realize how much I still have to learn. Your videos have been an invaluable tool in how I think about my job day to day. Thanks again.

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for watching AlexDogg 👍👍!! Appreciate the support🍻

[@davidturney2975]

12 years in now and there's still tons to learn

[@thebluelunarmonkey]

In a short drive, Andrew pretty much sums up the challenges of most technology workers - think software developer. If you blink, 4 years later everything you know is useless as the tech you know has been replaced.

[@hvacman77]

Very well said all the way around when you think you know it all it all in this trade you are doing yourself. A disservice

[@michaelrasmussen426]

15 plus years in industry, and I'm still learning..

[@tlcrefrigerationandaircond3726]

Great video... thank you for taking the time that you do to share and help the rest of us out. Says alot about a person, i look forward to watching more from you. James Suttle

[@encouraged4u]

I concur.... I'm new to the business and I can appreciate sound advice from those that in the treaches.

[@jasonaguilar4929]

Awesome video I always want to keep growing in the HVAC industry ✌🏾

[@Littleton98]

All true. #3 is why I have 4 micron gauges.

[@gregob-team4642]

Hey man thanks for the words of wisdom much appreciated by the way my name is Greg I am in my first term of HVAC School at Central New Mexico Community College in Albuquerque New Mexico

[@fuzzyvision1219]

Great stuff Man, well put.

[@qadologychannel8828]

Awesome, entertaining and knowledge overloaded thank you sir

[@1MNUTZ]

excellent pointers and thoughts

[@marshalmason7804]

Nice words of wisdom AK Awesome content as always thank you sir

[@tullywebster1417]

Love your videos Andrew

[@georgespangler1517]

I'm a General Contractor, and do all the trades,,,,and I've found with all ,they depend on your ability to learn and comprehend,, and if your not an intelligent person,,your going to struggle with all , except the simpler trades ,

[@FrostBlueFire]

The general manager in the company I work for has a HUGE egotistical problem...to the point he's let go great tech's because they proved him wrong(most unintentionally). He hasn't touched equipment in a age long time, and sells Goodman units, so I kinda gauged the person he is in just working a small time there. I've seen a couple techs get on his good side and inhibit themselves from learning more, and well doing outdated practices because it's all "bullcrap". Love the videos bro

[@mhoush]

Spot on! Awesome video, thanks Andrew! 👍

[@AKHVAC]

Appreciate you watching Michael!

[@tokoyobit3042]

I am starting HVAC school next week. I just wanted to know what kind of math to expect and any tips going foward? Thanks!!

[@larryproffitt4729]

Man this is a awesome video. Lots of good advice.

[@AKHVAC]

Thanks for watching Larry Proffitt 👍👍!! Appreciate the support🍻

[@MrScatliffe]

Awesome Video, Great Advise, I feel the same way

[@Reisskraft]

Never ending learning.

[@AKHVAC]

For sure

[@AdventurewithSonny]

Absolutely agree keep the good informative vids coming ! #Sacramento

[@doyoubelieve2291]

Dope background bro 4 1/2 Year in the trade and I'm still learning

[@stevep3089]

Nice one homie, as always great timing bro!

[@AlmightyHurricane]

Started my first HVAC job today as an apprentice I was on the computer doing a bunch of saftey stuff but will be in the field tomorrow. I'm so excited I'm watch videos taking notes and reading. Any book you recommend for a beginner?

[@stefandomeier1911]

In terms of going above and beyond to raise your knowledge level of issues outside HVAC, like electrical, how do you go about doing that?

[@HVACUncensored]

Awesome video AK. Good shit as always brother. Congratulations on passing 12K subs. Blink and eye and you’ll be at 30K something.

[@mrkymuse9282]

Sign every word you said man. Enjoy watching your videos. Greeting from Croatia.

[@AKHVAC]

Thank you so much Mrky!

[@Henryolson09]

@AK HVAC As a JCI mechanic myself, TTL even, aren’t you concerned about our zero tolerance policy regarding using “devices” while operating a decaled fleet vehicle? I love your videos, keep up the good work.

[@AKHVAC]

No. I’ll deal with that if it’s ever brought up, but it’s in a proper phone mount and I’m just talking hands free. They don’t have a problem with us using it as a gps, so I don’t mind running it as a recording device.

[@AKHVAC]

And thanks for watching, appreciate the feedback

[@randallcalhoun6604]

#3. testo smart probes give me problems. and micron gauges that show leaks in your hoses and core pullers etc. so you chase a leak that isnt there. ugh

[@markbeiser]

Ahhh yes, the curse of the "vacuum rated" core tools and hoses...

[@JJ14Films]

Thanks Andrew for this video. At this point in my life being 24, trying to finish an Associates in Business that's taking almost 6 yrs to complete. I finally figured out that I want to work with my hands. My current job has helped me find this out, but I'm not sure what trade I fit into most. I'm looking at HVAC right now because it seemed the most interesting of trades, but I'm not sure I fit into trade especially with all the math you have to learn when getting your Associates for this trade or the thought of always being on call and not having as much time at home if you want to start a family or relationships. I don't know I'm still trying to decide on lots of things, but was wondering if anyone has any advice on this.

[@chief5981]

Join the military, get shipped over seas and think about life decisions when you’re getting shot at.

[@Hvacmania]

Wow wow wow . I love this stuff

[@rubenaesparza]

Can you do a video on the pros and cons in doing HVAC with or without a Union?

[@kimjuanjun7124]

Well just remember that unions are a mafia and side jobs are risky

[@kimjuanjun7124]

1 month into hvac and learned more stuff than in school. And my certification cost $6k

[@yurunning5574]

6k wtf, where did you go? Im going to go to a occupational center near me and Ill pay 50$ per course.

[@kimjuanjun7124]

@@yurunning5574 In Chicago there are plenty of hvac schools and some don't even charge much and if you qualify for financial aid you could potentially pay little to nothing