HVAC Ductwork BEST Practices Using SHURTAPE | Part 1
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- Опубликовано: 30 май 2024
- I get asked all the time, "Can you show basic duct fabrication and what type of materials you use?" Well, that's exactly what this video is about. I'm starting a series that will go into detail showing how I fabricate ductwork for my jobs. I'll also show you what kind of materials I use to get the job done the right way. In this video its all about the 3/4" zip screws and Shurtape SF 686 mastic/butyl tape, just don't forget the squeegee!! Hope you enjoy the video and stayed tuned for part 2!
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I love a craftsman who educates the rest of us. Thank you.
Very informative. However being in the business for 40 years I would like to make one suggestion. Have a cardboard box with a sealed bottom for your scrap and for dumping filings into. By dumping it on the grass as you did some little kid could pick those filings up in there feet and that would not be good. However with that said you are on point with your video Well done !
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Shurtape gave me a $5,000 scholarship to go to trade school. Now that I’m in the field I absolutely love their products!
Shurtape is the best,
Awesome Video! I learned a lot from you! Shout out to Craig at AC Service Tech for posting about you!
I love your videos Im taking online classes for HVAC and your videos help me alot
As a homeowner looking to improve the efficiency of my 50 year old duct work, in my 70 year old house, I relish the pro tips that truly show where little things can make a big difference. Also, your professionalism shines thru in you teaching how to have the tape match the insulation backing, as well as use the squeegee tool to make full and complete adhesion of the tape. Very much appreciated. Also, now we know a use for all that math in elementary school. Using Pi on the job. And letting Siri figure it out. Fantastic.
That my friend is why we can charge a premium for a well thought and executed quality duct system ......and then add a little for crawl space lol
When I did existing residential installs years ago here in Florida, I included in my proposal a "How Much Is This Going To Hurt" factor which also included, you should have called me middle of the winter, not the middle of the summer.
In don't use round duct for trunk so it may be different. But generally in square it's usually best to stagger opposing taps. I also prefer pookie instead of tape but that's just preference. Very clean work. Enjoy the video. Takes balls to put yourself out there like that and have people like me nit pickb ya lol
Always a good day when your message pops up. Thanks for your videos.!!!!
Good job, your home is beautiful.
As an Install apprentice, this helps me grasp the concept way better than on the job. I hope you continue this series. Thank you so much!!
Keep these duct videos coming
Love your work and videos brother. It makes my day to see men and women of the trade doing things right and giving customers the quality work the deserve and pay for. Keep it up bro.
I’m a few weeks into hvac school and have a month of my first hvac job under my belt doing rough in instal. This video was super helpful and I really appreciate it. I look forward to more of these. Thank you so much
Buy all your tools bro. It'll make you look good and you can usually ask for more money per hour.
The squeegee creates friction and heat that activates the adhesive on the tape giving it the ability to stick very well.
Another tip, pando(zip ties) will work , it helps squeeze for ya and as you lock it into place you tape it that way it doesnt bust open again (usually takes 1 min max)
Nice job and video
Be honest Zach, it took a couple takes to get that pipe together didn't it? 😂
Brother I want to thank you very good simple instructions you have saved me a lot of money DIY I gave you thumbs-up for outstanding presentation
I am so impressed with your skills and attention to detail. Well done!
Amazazing can't wait for the next one, thanks Zack!
Awesome video!! Can’t wait for part 2
Can't wait for this series! Woot woot!
Thanks for teaching the best way for ducts!!👍great video
New in the trade, thanks for the awesome content! Can’t wait to impress the lads at work with your techniques!
Nice work ! That mastic tape is $$$$. I always use duct-butter but you have to let it dry.
Love these 101 videos!
Very informational video!! Enjoyed the details and tactics used in order to have a nice, clean duct. I'm in the process of studying HVAC at a trade school right now and I just started! Thank you.
Yo Zack!
Another great video man👍👍
nice work, learned a lot thanks, keep them coming.
In Florida, you almost never see metal duct. That makes these sort of vids extra interesting lol
You're right when it comes to residential installs. Commercial work is a different story depending on what the engineer specifies or if the building owner is willing to pay for sheet metal.
Great video!
Just ran a 65 foot trunk line in our new house! But we use a lot of venture tape, foil (metal tape) but lots of good tips! Keep up the good work!
Great info, thanks!
Metal shavings are a great fertilizer. Thxs for the vids!
Malco makes a crimper you can use with an impact gun. Very nice little tool.
Very good work.
Man, you really make it look easy! Do you think you could make a video on how to size it? I've always been confused on where to exactly put reducers, so if you could do something to help with that, then that'll be awesome
Great video man! You should do a load out video of how you set up your truck for hvac! 🤘🏼
Great vid man!! My only tip and trick would be to offset your supply taps to keep airflow even and to reduce cross noise travel from occurring. I have had complaints of where customers can here people talking or noise coming from the bedroom across from theirs due to the supply ducts being directly in line from one another.
This is great... definitely should do it with copper pipes and installations!!
Good work
Man i love duct work
Great video. Good work would love a duct board video as well
Great video
This work procedure and techniques are really true and applicable in HVAC works... bravo...
Gotta get you a yellow squeegee though!
Love this visual presentation, I started out in residential service with no install experience, the tips and tricks are nice to learn for further reference to make sure jobs are done correctly and in a timely manner. Thanks! I’ve been in the trade for 3 years now and every day is a learning experience. I live in Ohio, do you see any oil down in Nashville or do you deal with primarily gas furnaces and heat pumps?
Great content! Got the same gloves too
Would be helpful to see the layout of the tools needed for the specific job. Like ChrisFix does for car jobs.
nice work
I am at I have no idea about and ending with A c's It's always interesting the see other trades and what they do 🍻🍺
I was just thinking I need a good crash course on quality duct techniques.
Cómo siempre buen video.
this is great
Ever catch your finger putting in a screw ? You learn after the first time I swear 🤣
excelente, me gustaria ver mas sobre como hace los ductos, saludos desde colombia
Waiting for part 2
please make more !
Nice job! On another video can you do a transition from a coil to ductwork .I struggle with that and the way you explain can help me get better at it . Thanks
That’s actually one of my specialties. I’d be curious to see how other technicians do it.
We use shurtape as well
I may be wrong, but I can't see techs using that tool on the tape. Good help is hard to find. Home owner here. Great video.
I use it because I the tape will not stay and I take pride in a job done well. But, to your point, good help is hard to find and there are many people in all the trades and any occupation that are only interested in getting the job done quickly even if they cut corners. Some people do have integrity and care about their reputation.
Awesome
Nice brother hvac tech here👍
Thanks for the great videos! Please link part 3, can not find it.
I'm ready for part 2... Is that released later today? Lol 👍🏼
Thanks!!!!!
Really nice work. Are gloves always mandatory when love tapping?
I have to admit that the tape looks like its apart of the metal after using the tool ...👍
Nice
Not trying to cause confusion. I think I know what duct class your going for but for training purposes list as SMACNA listings. Class A B C. Up north they ask that class on the exam.
Man I hope to be as good as zach someday.
Way cool. Do you build your own plenum too?
What kind of license did you start when you started your company?
What gauge metal ducting is this? 26? 28? 30?
make some videos fro beginners getting ready to headset to the field!
Why not duct seal. It never comes loose like tape does from inside pressure?
journeyman in a bucket!
I didnt screw mine except at the boots and I used mastic instead of tape. Guess I screwed up.
Shouldn't need to put screws in the snap lock but can't hurt i guess
Another name for the squeegee we jokingly use is a duct rubber. ☺️
Then I'd say Zack just rubbed one out!
I once heard that screws aren't allowed in duct work per code. I assume to prevent catching dust. But, I don't know if that is correct. Have you heard of such a thing?
I think that applies to vent ducts - dryer vents, B-vent in a furnace. There's no problem with screws in air ducts.
@@cleansebob1 I see. Definitely makes sense in dryer vents.
Im definitely not a pro at HVAC. Im a Maintenance guy for a apartment complex. We had a resident who called city code enforcement instead of putting in a work order. City gave me 30 days to fix a issue. That issue is there is Duck tape on duck work on the cold air return. I had no idea that duck tape on duck work was a code violation. Its this true?
What I do know is that any material part of a duct system must meet a UL flame and smoke spread rating. That would include tape, mastic, and duct wrap. If the tape shows a UL rating, you should be OK. On the other hand, you NEVER want to get into a pissing contest with a building official or code inspector. Sounds like you have a tenant that is going to be trouble. Your best course of action is to meekly ask the City what they are looking for with the repair. It would also be a good idea to let your manager or building owner know what's going on. If possible let them deal with the City. Normally, as a maintenance guy, you are limited to routine maintenance items such as filter changes and clogged drain lines, the same as any homeowner. Here in Florida, you are not allowed to do repairs such as changing fan motors, electrical items, or compressors unless you are a licensed contractor, but it goes on nonetheless. Over the past 40 years, as a state-licensed A/C contractor, I have dealt with a few inspectors who were real jackasses. Most are pretty decent types willing to help. Good luck with the City. Just play dumb and do not become confrontational with these people.
Good videos but your using your crimpers the wrong way. The three blade side should be on the outside of the pipe. Malco has some short videos on the C5 crimpers.
You know your HVAC
trutechtools send to Brazil?
The 3 blades of the crimper go on the outside of the pipe to give you a tight self supporting connection
oh my, you're not serious are you? you're saying more indentations outward make a smaller circumference??? two out for 22 years in the trade for me... next time you have some light gauge flat stock, do a trial and you'll shake your head
That butyl tape turns into brutal tape when it gets stuck in your beard or hair.
Technically, the straight taps you’re using aren’t the best for airflow. Better to use use a conical tap or a shoe tap.
Air turbulence?
Really????
😂
Waste of tape why not Real Mastic
Cheapo & lazy contractors don’t use metal ductwork...they only use flex duct & duct tape 😂
Mainly because of cheapo customers!
I saw this guy's ductwork he's the worst technician insulator installer I've ever seen in my life I've been in this trade for 46 years and he shouldn't even have a license in any state of United States
I’m a few weeks into hvac school and have a month of my first hvac job under my belt doing rough in instal. This video was super helpful and I really appreciate it. I look forward to more of these. Thank you so much
Would love to find someone in school who is in need of a "project house" to learn on.
Great video!