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In this episode of Off The Tools Overtime Podcast, hosts Keiran and Pete welcome Tom from TCM Air Conditioning, their very first guest from the AC trade. Tom shares how he unexpectedly found himself in air conditioning after a false start in fashion photography and a career in BMX riding.

The discussion covers:

• How to get started in air conditioning and what F-gas certification really means
• The reality of going self-employed in the trade (including costly mistakes and lessons learned)
• Common air con faults and call-outs engineers face daily
• Pricing jobs, servicing systems, and whether the trade is as lucrative as some think
• The role of Instagram and online communities in finding work and building credibility
• Tom’s background as a sponsored BMX rider and how those experiences shaped his career

Whether you’re a plumber curious about air con, thinking of retraining, or just love hearing real stories from the tools, this episode delivers laughs, insights, and valuable trade advice.

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⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.

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