Commercial or Residential HVAC | Which Do I Prefer??
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- čas přidán 9. 02. 2020
- A question I hear all the time, should I go into commercial or residential HVAC service. In this video I talk about the commercial side of owning and running a small hvac business. As well as troubleshooting a no heat call on a Trane rooftop gas package unit. Hope you enjoy the video, as always, if you have any questions leave a comment below. Happy HVACing!!
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I have been a HVAC/R Technician for over 31 years, most of it has been in the commercial and industrial end of the field. I definitely would take commercial any day over residential. I enjoy being a HVAC/R Technician.
the bottom line its up to the individual which she or he wants to take.
Who would want to climb around in a dirty attic when they can be on a nice flat roof? Did residential installation service for 10 years and union commercial service for 10 years 1000% commercial is much better and challenging. This guy should hire someone teach a kid the business
for sure commercial is better, way more money also!
@Mark Jameson Where do you recommend training for commercial? I am a master diesel and its great. I specialize in air condition and advance electronics. I really enjoy ac.
I wouldn't want to climb a ladder 4 stories up!
Just switched from residential to commercial and wish I did it sooner. I love the commercial work over residential.
This is the first video I found of yours. I love the detail you go into. I’ve been Doing plumbing and heating for 20 years and just last year got my EPA card and started an AC apprenticeship. So videos like these are a big help. Appreciate what you do you got a new subscriber.
Great job the only thing I would recommend is to never trust the factory settings of the blower alignment. Always verify.
Very true. Good point.
Absolutely yes
I’m a tech for Trane. NEVER trust the factory. Always assume they messed something up and you are supposed to find what they did.
Edit: Found an economizer wired wrong from the factory today.
Facts
Commercial work is definitely preferred over residential. I must add that the quality of your videos is excellent. Good explanations on the equipment your servicing. This is how HVAC-R videos should be made. Excellent work sir!
Just started watching your vids. I was skeptical at first but now I see you know what your doing. Enjoy the videos and the more uploads the better
Dude! Your channel is great! I'm getting back in the trade after being out for a while (12-13 years). Having to brush up on my knowledge and your channel is helping me greatly! Keep it up!
Why were you out though?
I love the added wind noise for the finger points 💨 haha good job man
I learn a hell of a lot from these videos wish guys at my company could explain things like you do and your attitude about the job is amazing something I don’t see in the people i work with
Change company
I’ve been watching these videos religiously. I start Electro mechanical technology for HVAC-R next month. They give me motivation! Thank you for all you do!
Once again you provided another great video.Your attention to detail is obvious and will only grow your business.
I really like those Trane RTU I have accounts that have those on their buildings and they are sturdy and bullet proof units.
One suggestion I would give you- I know today, now, your knees feel perfect and no problem, But I would highly suggest to you, use knee pads, don't wait until your knees start acting up to think about it. Do it now and years from now you will be so glad you did. On all my service calls, its routine with me, first things I grab to head in the house or building, is tool back pack, light, drill and put my knee pads on! Keep up the good work and Cheers!!!
Best HVAC channel on CZcams. I’m a fan
Great work you are doing, nice to see that someone cares.
I'm always curious about the replacement decisions, because I'm typically inclined to replace the motor pulley as well
You nail the explanation and details! Learning so much info!
I can tell you've got good work ethics. Very professional as well as the videos. Good job Sir.
Nice job! Nice going those extra steps to replace stripped parts instead of just throw screws in it! It will be fine now! 👍👍
Thx Greg!
Great video....keep them coming!!! One recommendation I have is to buy a Belt Hog, it is a laser alignment tool that you put on the pulley to make sure they are inline with each other.
I like your videos. I follow a few hvac guys. Your production is really good. Im just a homeowner, but viewing you guys was the readon i could replace my entire homes system from mid 90s carrier gas pack 10 seer to a 2020 14 seer "homeowner" goodman, yes, goodman gas pack but im a trucker and never home. Went from old old 1950s crawlspace ducts to attic runs. I used a closet i never use for the supply and made 3 bew returns for airflow. House is like a meat locker now
Please keep the videos
Love the video, I know this is what I want to do. After 21 in sales I will be making the jump to HVAC-R.
Just started watching your videos. I am a one man dog and pony show myself. I have a couple guys that help me from time to time but I find it can be more of a pain in the ass waiting on people to show up. You know how it can go people get fast cash and they spend it on things they probably shouldn’t. I can tell your still motivated to work and I like that you take extra steps to do the job right. I replaced a water heater today and had to rerun the gas line. They connected from the line a 36 inch gas flex the water lines were leaking so I replaced those and redid the 3 inch vent connector because the old one was 30 gauge. What I’m getting at is I could have been done in two hours out the door. Reused all the old stuff but why? I want them to not have to worry about anything for a long time.
Just got my certifications Residencial hvac but I see you're experience makes me learn more on real Duty thanks for posting videos
Nice work. Just subscribed.
I’m impressed that your a one man commercial shop. No easy feat.
I’m in comm/ind and it can be a lot especially if your going to need more help on larger jobs.
I love the video! Great detailed explanations and love the work ethic and making things right. Quality video to match the quality. I also have the same question as in a previous comment...What was the deciding factor to go on your own and how long in the field before you did go on your own?
A treat to have roof hatches that big. And stairs too. Keep up the good work.
No doubt!
Missed replacing the worn motor sheave... $$$. Excellent video, thank you for the content.
Keep the content coming. Just found you and it’s great to see good work being done.
This guys is a beast really knows his stuff
Don’t know if I enjoyed the video editing or the AC work more!? All around great stuff brother thanks for sharing with us.
Thx man I really appreciate that!
Drone shots are great. The video editing in these videos is crazy good
Im trying to move to commercial units. These kind of videos helps me a lot. Thanks .
like the way you take the time to explain everything, thank you
Great video I love the way you pay attention to detail and you always take the extra steps to go beyond and above keep keep making it happen Bro
Man I really appreciate that! Thx for all your support. 🙏🏽
iam thinking only the three stooges don't pay attention to details.
I live in south Florida. We barely get no heat calls. Learned a lot from your videos on these gas furnaces. Such great explaining salute
Is buisness good down there I am very interested in moving down there after high school and getting my certification for hvac and working and living down there it’s a dream of mine and wanna make it happen would you recommend it and do you think I could make it out there
Just found your video's Your doing a great job on everything you do
HVAC\R contractor for 45 yrs
Get 5 work shirt's with your name and your companies name on them
Your a professional, your about ready to start a company
Good luck
Hey brotha ,love the way u mix up the work videos. Appreciate the knowledge Mr Clean 💪
Haha. Thx man I appreciate it.
Very nice video. It's good to hear your opinion on the type of work you prefer as it certainly aids in my decision of residential or commercial.
I'd rather start out in residential and light commercial
Great videos and very detailed. Im looking forward to starting Hvac school next month.
my guy takes pride in his service , clean stuff man
I did residential for a year just to get noticed by commercial. Finally, I begin my quest in commercials starting April 3rd! Started from the bottom and now I'm here!
I hate residential too much commission/sales based
It’s April 8th now how is it going brother?
Sooo what's the difference. Commercial more relays more wires and burning hot roof tops etc etc 😂😂😂
@@Almtyhalfbreedmore money
You don't hate residential you hated your employer
Good looking installs and professional work will continue to watch your content! Keep it up bud.
I am a Industrial Electrician...I love your videos with great experience keep it up ..God bless you..
Your work speaks for itself !
Clean.going that extra step,
Being in this trade 27 plus years.
Its the fine / extra things that make or break you..
You got that extra in you
In regards to residental or commercial..im partial to commercial refrigeration.
But do a mixture of res.and comm.
As I'm lately doing more residental.
I miss the commercial.,one big reason..homeowners think your a robot on call just for them 24/7.
God forbid you do not take care of them NOW....
Hey..you got me as a subscriber.
Great work ethics !!! No doubt!!
Bryan Tyler Refrigeration
Helotes,Texas
Thank you so much!
Yea I fully understand what you mean, commercial work is less emotional. I like that.
Thank you for watching and your support!
Great to see others finding out about Aero Kroil.
Made for the aircraft industry.
Has been around since 1939.
Really like your videos man, very informative. Personally whenever I change blower motors I like to put on a new pulley as well
Love the videos I am gaining knowledge on my phone 🙏🏽🙏🏽 always learning
Great video. Always look forward to your videos.
I really appreciate these videos 🙏🏻
Great content, great quality work and I can’t forget to say that I see you got some dancing moves too lol. Keep it coming.
Kroil, the oil that creeps. Good stuff! Great video man, you are killing it! 👍
Thx man!
YES 👍 LIKE YOUR VIDEOS CLEARLY EXPLAINED. YOU'RE A GREAT INSTRUCTOR AS WELL FOR THIS TRADE 😊
Thanks for these videos I’m an apprentice and these vids help me out a lot
Thank you for this video, I liked it. Excelent tools, 100% professional
Nice videos! Very educational & cinematic views 😃
I enjoy the content you putting out keep it coming
I just got accepted into my pre apprenticeship today. Pretty excited!
Good work, and thanks for the video. The only thing I would have done differently (you asked.. :-) ) I would have aligned the pulleys and properly tensioned the belt. You don't need an expensive laser, just a good straight edge to span across both pulley faces. When ever you make adjustments to a motor carriage (on some units just tensioning the belt) proper alignment can be lost. I also like to coat the shaft where the pulley rests with some anti-seize compound.
I've done both and commercial is definitely the way to go!!
This video is awesome info, I'm just getting into commercial hvac. This made it seem alot simpler to digest. Any tips are welcome
Stand up job bud. I just watched your videos for the first time last night. The company I used to work for was a Trane/AS dealer, you're right about those hail guard instructions may as well just leave them in the box haha
Nice Video. As a building manager I need to understand repairs to communicate with owners. We tend to use equipment past useful life. Not always best decision.
Super interesting stuff never would have thought I’d being watch hvac videos
Great stuff sir. Very professional, Very knowledgeable. Kool video
Everything perfect, tools, equipment, construction, everything is wonderful!😁
Im making the transition into commercial Work. I look forward to using some of your videos to help me along the way.
Great video an awesome explanation and attention to detail thank you
Your video are the best and most informed
Great detail you were taught well!
I went commercial finally after 8 years of residential. I sure AF dont miss tight attics or hot attics. Money was great off the bat. I'm just had to get used to climbing tall ladders but it's all gravy now
Ha, I just live in a sane area of the US where putting hvac in attics doesn't happen.
@@sprockkets Florida is slowly heading in the same direction. In most new construction today new systems are bo longer installed in attics. And many replacement systems are being moved out of the attics.
you mind if i ask how much you make? trying to get a feel for how much ill make when done with school
I always loved low temp large square footage freezers but spent most of my time on Chillers up to 75 tons.Mostly Johnson Controls Pneumatic and electrical....I still get calls and I''ve been retired since 2010..Not many new Tech's have old school knowledge of un-loaders etc.I still guide them at times..Specialize and you'll always have work...lol more than you want often....
Those ninja sounds are too funny!! enjoy your knowledgeable videos man.
He actually tested the motor current and it was close enough he didn't have to adjust the pulley sheaves. Good job ! He also replaced loosey-goosey spade connectors. An ounce of prevention goes a long way. He probably took a large rattle out of the machine by repairing the belt tensioner.
Love this guy!
This video got me to subscribe and consider the commercial route.
Nice and thorough repairs. Good catch on the motor mount/tension adjuster. Guessing someone before you just "moved the motor" by hand to adjust the tension and then put the self-tapping screw in to hold it from moving. Foolish and or rookie mistake.
Cool vid Bro. Thanks. I just picked up some maintenance contracts // and service repair for some churches in my area they are 3 phase I believe some are York’s and the other is carriers. If you get a chance on doing some more vids on maintainence or repairs. Will keep checking out. Thanks First class hvac
The Old Motor was a good Old GE. It was the noise of the Bearings. Bearings by nature are subject to wear and tear, and if only a tiny contaiminent enters or the Grease drys up or if you splat some Wd-40 on the Bearings, than they start squealing very bad and need replacement.
The blower motor for large commercial roof top unit similar to behind you I changed the motor once it was so very heavy and had hard time to installed by 1 person .
I'm a hvac technician from Greece. I prefer commercial a/c😁😁. Keep the good work buddy.... 😉
Great video keep it up got some moves. You should do a video of how you got in the trade
Love the content! Can you do a video of how you got started and tips for people wanting to get started like myself? Keep grinding👊🏻
Try Lennox.. they gave me my first commercial job.. Its physical but if you like being alone and like ladders its ok. I love residential personally. Its more fulfilling to me.
So I’m currently transitioning out of the military as an electronics technician. I have a year left and I’m highly considering going into the HVAC trade on the commercial side. I was just wondering what I should do to ensure I am able to get a job or an apprenticeship into the commercial side. Should I go to school and get a professional education on the trade first? Or I have the opportunity to partake in a program offered by the Army that basically trains you and teaches basic skills, awards you a few certificates and basically sets you up to get a job in the trade, but I believe it’s more residential than anything. I’ve heard about being an installer, technician, residential, commercial, apprentice, etc. I’m just unsure of how this whole thing works. I know the knowledge will come over time as I progress but I don’t know much right now and I’m a little nervous. Should I pursue my education in the trades or shoot into an apprenticeship program? What do you think?
I started out as an installer then worked my way into maintenance and now work for a big hospital as an plant mechanic. Debating whether to go into service. Not sure how it would be during the winter time
No i stand corrected, your work is amazing , sorry for getting drunk an sayin bs outa hand, but thanks for your channel!!!
I used to work with Trane Summit, nice software as long It programmed properly
great video, very helpful
Thanks for sharing ur knowledge
Haven’t even watched the whole video yet. Subbed. Good shit
Right on! Thx man!
same
Nice work brother.
Hey man, you left your camera on the roof! lol good video.
Great video! I can give you all of the rtu units you desire when you want to come to Indiana!
Nice job and video like always
Good content. Only one suggestion, further diagnostic. What caused the temp limit to open (trip) in the 1st place. Safety switches shouldn't trip during normal operation, so you have to ask, why did it trip in the 1st place. I suspect that the blower motor was the root cause, which was replaced. But from my point of view of the video it was replaced as preventive failure not as the root cause of temp limit issue. And I'm only speculating based on what I saw. You may have thought through all of that and just didn't explain it in the video.
Overall, keep up the good work.
Thank you for information great job
I work on the same units. Need to see some AC work super heat sub cooling
great job full of information thanks for sir I need help with the error code when led light flashing in the p.c.b of trane package r410a please can you give me some of the information about? thank you
Quality hvac your videos are 👌 awesome..
Love the vids man! Got any tips for a first year apprentice in the trade?
Nice video, I’m a one man show as well and do all residential. I’d like to try and venture into commercial but didn’t think I could do it on my own. Guess I was wrong. Does your crane operator take the old unit with him as well?
Love the videos so far! How long were you in the field before going out on you own? Also do you rope everything up to the roof or have another method for single man show?
Keep up the content!
Everything goes up by crane, and you can sling load your trash down to!