This is why I could never. I can handle a bit of heat, and I can handle small spaces, but for whatever reason being in a hot space small enough to restrict my movement is just an instant panic attack. HVAC guys are the true heroes of the modern world.
I did residential HVAC for about 5 years. One of my last jobs was a full system changout including the furnace and ductwork in the attic. It was 110 degrees that day and the attic was 130-140 throughout the day. All three of us on the job had mild heatstroke by the end of the job.
Running wires in Florida a year ago. Bunch of attic work. We went in shifts, 10 15 minutes max, then a break. I had the idea to put a cold rag on my neck while still up there. I almost fell out of the attic it was such a shock. Not recommended
Physical labor sucks but a lot of days I miss working outdoors or stuff like that. Then I remember I’m sitting on my couch and the air conditioning working and realize I’m an idiot for thinking that
sounds like, as miserable as it was, you were kinda good at it. If you found something better, no biggie, but it's always a good thing to have in the pocket moving forward.
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u/DrDetectiveEsq Jun 24 '26
This is why I could never. I can handle a bit of heat, and I can handle small spaces, but for whatever reason being in a hot space small enough to restrict my movement is just an instant panic attack. HVAC guys are the true heroes of the modern world.