Gardaí say it has caused distress and may have serious financial ramifications for the tradesman.
Gardaí are investigating the theft of tools in Laois.
The items were taken from a van on Church Street, Mountmellick, on Thursday night around 10.30.
Gardaí say it has caused distress and may have serious financial ramifications for the tradesman.
Anyone who saw any suspicious activity in the area or know of the whereabouts of these items are asked to contact Portlaoise Garda Station on 057 86 74100.