With cloud-based inventory software and a mobile app, you can easily track materials, tools, and equipment in real time.
Use QR code or barcode scanning to track parts and materials anywhere: in the
service trucks,
on the job sites and in the warehouse.
Whether you are in the field or at the office, you will always know what is in stock, where your tools are, and when to reorder supplies.
Why HVAC And Plumbing Contractors Need Smart Inventory Management
Managing inventory for an HVAC or plumbing business isn't just about keeping track of parts — it is about ensuring that
technicians have the right materials at the right time to complete jobs efficiently.
Without an effective inventory management system, contractors often face inaccurate stock levels and missing tools, that result in
projects delays, increased costs and frustrated clients.
A smart inventory management system eliminates these problems by providing real-time tracking,
automated stock updates, and mobile access. With a mobile, cloud-based inventory system, HVAC and plumbing contractors can reduce waste, prevent costly job delays,
and streamline operations.
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QR Inventory software gives mechanical all the necessary tools to be productive.
Field technicians can quickly scan QR codes to track materials and tools on the go,
ensuring they always have what they need for each job.
Office staff can monitor stock levels in real time and receive automatic low-inventory alerts, reducing last-minute supply shortages and costly downtime.
What Makes QR Inventory Software A Good Fit For HVAC And Plumbing Companies
A QR Inventory system makes it easy for the field technicians to track parts, materials, and tools in real time - no more guesswork or missing supplies.
With a centralized cloud system and mobile access, your entire team stays connected, ensuring seamless communication between the field and the office.
Everyone gets live inventory updates, reducing delays and improving efficiency.
Faster, Easier Inventory & Tool Tracking Across All Locations
With the QR code scanning mobile app keeping track of HVAC and plumbing inventory across multiple locations is fast and simple.
With a QR code scan field technicians can record inventory transactions, look up parts and tools, and update central database in real time.
BLE asset tracking system further automates
tools and equipment tracking, eliminating the need for the field technicians to scan individual parts and tools.
Instant Access to Inventory & Tool Data—Anytime, Anywhere
With the QR Inventory system every team member has real-time visibility into stock levels and tools location.
You always know what is available in each location, who is using tools and equipment and for which project.
No more wasted time searching for misplaced equipment or delays caused by missing parts and supplies.
Actionable Reports for Smarter Inventory Decisions
Stay in control with detailed reports on stock levels, inventory usage history and trends.
A QR Inventory software provides insights into inventory flow, tool utilization, and equipment status,
helping you streamline purchasing, improve resource allocation, and ensure accurate project billing.
Simplified Equipment Installation & Maintenance Tracking
HVAC and plumbing techs can use digital mobile forms to track equipment installation and maintenance, conduct inspections and record testing results.
A company can create custom mobile forms from the scratch, or use our ready to go
digital forms for mechanical contractors.
Automated Alerts to Prevent Issues Before They Happen
Stay ahead of potential issues with automated alerts. Get notified when:
- Inventory is running low, preventing unexpected shortages
- Equipment warranties are about to expire, so you never miss a deadline
- Preventive maintenance is due, ensuring equipment stays in top condition
- Inspection results contain outliers that require immediate action
To sum it up, with the QR Inventory software you can automate inventory and tools tracking, eliminate shortages and delays, and ensure every job runs smoothly.
Smart Inventory And Tool Management For HVAC and Plumbing Contractors
A QR Inventory software provides HVAC and plumbing contractors with a powerful, easy-to-use solution for materials, equipment and tool tracking.
With real-time updates, mobile scanning, and cloud-based access, you always know what is in stock, where your tools are, and when to reorder supplies.
Stay Organized With Real-Time Inventory Management And Tool Tracking
Easy Inventory Management With The QR Code Scanning Mobile App
Managing inventory in the field can be challenging for HVAC and plumbing contractors,
making traditional desktop software impractical. A QR Inventory software simplifies inventory tracking process.
A mobile app allows field technicians to quickly record used materials by scanning QR codes or barcodes, and update stock levels instantly.
With the QR Inventory mobile app, field technicians can:
- Track parts, tools, and materials in the service trucks, on the job sites, and in the shop / warehouse.
- Request inventory when running low, and record fulfillment with a QR code scan.
- Log parts usage per project or client.
- Check tools in and out, or transfer tools between technicians.
- Look up equipment specs, tools location and inventory stock levels anytime, anywhere.
All updates instantly sync to the cloud, giving the entire team real time visibility into inventory and tools - no paperwork, no delays.
Accurate Tool Tracking for HVAC and Plumbing Contractors
Without a tool tracking system, equipment can be easily misplaced or lost - leading to wasted time and unnecessary purchases.
A QR Inventory software helps HVAC and plumbing contractors maintain accountability by tracking who has each tool,
where it is located, when it should be returned, when it is time to calibrate it or do preventive maintenance.
With the QR code scanning mobile app, field technicians can:
- Check tools in and out by scanning QR codes with a smartphone.
- Log key details like work order number, return date, and tool condition.
- Transfer tools between job sites or technicians.
- Receive automated alerts for overdue tools and equipment.
Every update is instantly recorded in the cloud-based software, ensuring your team always has real time data on tool locations and usage.
More on QR code tool tracking
Asset Tracking Automation With NFC Or BLE Tags
For faster and more automated asset tracking, NFC and
BLE tags
offer a seamless alternative to QR codes and barcodes. NFC tags allow HVAC and plumbing technicians to update asset records faster -
just tap a tag with a smartphone, no need to align a mobile phone camera or scan a code.
Since NFC works without a direct line of sight, tags can be embedded inside equipment or packaging.
BLE tags take asset tracking automation a step further by enabling bulk scanning.
Assets within a 10-meter radius are automatically detected by the mobile app, so field technicians can batch-process multiple assets
with a single click in the mobile app.
With NFC and BLE technology, tracking HVAC and plumbing equipment is faster, more efficient and accurate -
reducing errors, saving time, and ensuring every asset is accounted for in real time.
Instant Access to HVAC and Plumbing Equipment Specs & Service History
Quick access to the equipment specs and maintenance history helps field technicians work faster and more efficiently.
With the QR Inventory mobile app, contractors can scan a QR code or barcode on equipment using a smartphone to instantly retrieve:
- Equipment spec sheets and installation guides
- PDF documents and manuals
- Parts and materials inventory stock and locations
- Maintenance records and service history for HVAC / plumbing equipment
Companies can customize which data field technicians can access via a cloud software web dashboard.
Authorized employees can also update records in the field on a smartphone, add notes, and attach photos, ensuring accurate, up-to-date information at every job site.
Streamline HVAC Equipment Maintenance And Field Paperwork With Digital Forms
Faster Field Reporting With Mobile Forms Software & QR Code Scanning
Mechanical contractors need a reliable way to document service, repairs, inspections, and installations of HVAC equipment and plumbing systems.
A QR Inventory software replaces paper-based processes with the mobile forms and checklists, that allow for the fast and efficient field data collection.
Technicians can scan a QR code to pull up the correct maintenance, service or inspection form,
complete it on their mobile device, and submit it to the cloud software in real time.
Mobile forms in the QR Inventory software are designed for fast and easy data collection in the field.
Mobile forms capabilities
include scannable checklists, dynamic sections, smart auto-fill, hint lists, options to attach multiple photos and signatures, capture GPS location.
More on digital mobile forms for contractors
Custom Mobile Forms For HVAC & Plumbing Workflows
Administrator(s) can create all forms and checklists for all types of HVAC and plumbing paperwork via the cloud software web dashboard.
You can use current paper or pdf forms, or create digital forms from scratch.
All forms are available to the field workforce to fill out on a smartphone or a tablet in the QR Inventory mobile app.
A QR Inventory software ensures smooth field - office communication.
An office employee can pre-fill a part of the digital form on the computer and push it to the mobile devices for completion.
He can also edit a completed form if required, or fill out "office only" parts of the form.
Customizable PDF Reports for Compliance And Documentation
After filling out digital forms in the mobile app, HVAC and plumbing contractors can instantly create pdf report and
e-mail it to all stakeholders - such as customers, managers or auditors.
Reports can include equipment details, inspection results, photos, and e-signatures.
You are in complete control of pdf reports branding, layout and what is included.
Collected documentation is securely stored in the cloud,
is available on demand to the authorized software users and is easily searchable - ensuring seamless data organization and compliance.
Stay Ahead Of Potential Issues With Proactive Warnings And Alerts
A QR Inventory software ensures that you are on top of everything in your HVAC or plumbing contractor business.
You can create custom alerts on multiple situations to make sure that nothing slips through the cracks. Examples of the alerts that
you can create are:
- An alert to warn you when parts or materials inventory is running low.
You can elect to automatically create a purchase
order for low stock inventory.
- A preventive maintenance alert to ensure that all PM is done on time. Receive an
e-mail alert with the list of equipment for which PM is due.
- Create alerts on the HVAC equipment warranty expiration and other important dates.
- You can specify an acceptable value for various measurements on the HVAC and plumbing systems.
If an inspection form contains an outlier, you receive an alert and can act on it fast.
A QR Inventory software is very customizable - you can create custom fields for anything that you want to be alerted about.
Time Tracking And Invoicing For The HVAC And Plumbing Jobs
Track Labor Hours In The Mobile App
A mobile app makes time tracking on the jbs easy and fast. It requires just a few simple steps:
- Scan a QR code on the equipment or job location
- Press Start to begin tracking work hours
- Press Finish when the job is completed
- Submit the time log to the cloud software
Office employees can review and group time sheets by multiple parameters, such as employee, job, equipment or location, for the payroll, billing and data analysis.
Parts And Materials Invoicing In QR Inventory Software
A QR Inventory software accounting module allows you to quickly create inventory, parts and materials invoices
for the completed HVAC and plumbing jobs based on the recorded inventory transactions.
Once invoice is created you can keep track of the payments,
and receive alerts for the overdue invoices.
Add
QuickBooks Online integration
to the QR Inventory software, and create invoices directly in the QuickBooks Online for all relevant parts and materials transactions.
