AC System Isn’t Cooling: Engineer Homeowner Says YES for Instant Gratification

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[@nicolasmuniz9452]

I went to a so called engineers house for an a/c call, he knew what was wrong with a/c (not) , knew more than me, checked parts prices online, he made me wait and wanted same online prices, after that I asked for customers profession before heading over.

[@JesseDoesHVAC]

So after all that i would have just said, “great you seem to know what you’re doing good luck carrying out the repairs on your own..have a great day!”

[@user-cz8do7xl8u]

Been doing this for 30 years. Never once have I ever run across the HVAC cops. Get the job done and move on to the next.

[@scottmaz4063]

If thats what customer wants thats what the customer gets.

[@wyrmswtor]

"roll out the red carpet" - Doesn't even put shoe covers on

[@bobshanery5152]

Unless you walking on carpet in my house I would not give a dam about shoe covers but thats just me I guess.

[@kat2641]

❤❤😂😂 we all do it!! If we all took the time to do it by the numbers we all would get so far behind there would be no daylight at the end of the tunnel!!!! If was a 2~3 year old unit? Would be different but a 10 year old unit? An I am sorry but it seems like more mini splits have micro leaks than the old standard units 🤷🏻‍♂️… I would be safe in saying 75% of customers prefer gas an go over search an detect an repair option. Just keeping it real here…

[@georgewelker2846]

They prefer the gas and go the first time…. And the second time they usually say you were right

[@CadillacGregg309]

WOW, what a beautiful Pool, absolutely stunning and I love the waterfalls, totally relaxing.

[@DevinHVACInc]

100% i did that and will continue if that’s the route customer wants to go.

[@cryptogeek3559]

Making the Trades Great Again.

[@JaylenBester]

Funny that the HVAC police will say different Mikey but you’re 100% correct. All things aren’t perfect and why spend ALL that time and have the customer spend ALL that extra money for something that can be rectified in 15 minutes 😂.

[@frmerrin2]

LOL just did the same thing to my own mini split,haven't gotten around to looking for a leak just yet.

[@steveg5576]

"It's all good in the air conditioned hood..."

[@user-wv4wd6mj2g]

Nice pool dude!

[@robertrichard9460]

Mikey Pipes, he told YOU it’s a short line set!😂😂😂😂😂😂 oh brother!

[@cryptogeek3559]

Making the trades great again. Now that's how you do it.

[@JesseDoesHVAC]

I rate Toshiba, i put alot of their mini splits and ducted high static split units great little trucks, lineset leaks are about the inly thing we seem to call out to fix

[@citylockapolytechnikeyllcc7936]

I thought Carrier was owned by UTI ( United Technologies )(... when did Toshiba come into play ? You need a living flow chart to follow acquisitions, bankruptcies and divestitures!

[@PipeDoctor]

Tell me about it

[@gregoryscheihing6713]

I found it a little strange that the mini split was for the basement? My lower level is the coldest part of my house in the summer? He said something about it working 6 months ago-heat pump?? As long as you are not rude about it and tell him all the facts I would prefer to have a running system for a bit until I decide what I want to do for a longer term fix. If he was an engineer why didn’t he know that the line was frozen? Go have GG and Tonic! Tell me what is going to happen with #Letsgobrandon? What a sad thing that this is even a candidate-he should be enjoying retirement

[@tphvac87]

I’d do the same thing bro, it’s old has a leak needs to be replaced, if he wants to pay for the gas and understands that we don’t know long it will last then I’m all for that.

[@PipeDoctor]

👍

[@zlo92x21]

I would do same thing but I aways check the flare connections at condenser and the head which takes 5 mins

[@scottmaz4063]

I saw oil under connections. Needs new schrader valves

[@Mridgwell]

Only one schrader on ductless, flare connections are probably the problem

[@UnderUrs69]

Good candidate for a gas n go. He should just replace it though. Beyond its useful life and mini splits aren’t that expensive, especially a single zone. ❤ pipe doc

[@patrickmcgraw5865]

Just did a gas and go on a 1986 train split heat pump. Customer wanted to see how it goes and wants to replace the unit in the fall when things die down.

[@citylockapolytechnikeyllcc7936]

It may die down sooner..... but maybe it will hold up until they are ready to have replaced. Roll the dice.

[@kens.3729]

Who is going to say, sure, I’ll Wait two (2) weeks and Sweat my Ass Off Waiting for the Replacement Unit to get Delivered and Installed by Mikey Pipes ? Not many.🤔👍

[@user-de8fi2ih3s]

Fuck yeah baby gas and go thats the best way... no time baby!!! great job pipes...

[@reyrey9634]

Hey mike, question... Aren't you suppose to open the valve for a few seconds then close to charge in liquid, and keep repeating , I noticed you just opened it and let one pound of liquid 410 in... it won't damage the compressor adding all that liquid at once? Love your videos, I'm always learning from you, thank you

[@cryptogeek3559]

Mikey Pipes is Making the Trades Great Again.

[@heatpump8566]

I would have removed the gas and weighed it out. Done a strength test for leaks then vacuum the set up. 🤠

[@alanjordan7713]

I didn't see the red carpet

[@jasongeo2]

I noticed Skips detailing right before video ended. There still in business I guess. They been there a long time. I'm gonna guess you don't give him any business with what he charges. Your $50 guy you mentioned is all you need. I use to work at Woodmere car care on West Broadway in the early 90s. I'm sure Smitys is still there.

[@scottvolage1752]

#1 Make the trades great again Mikey Pipes.

[@scottmaz4063]

Hey Scott 👋

[@scottvolage1752]

@@scottmaz4063 Back in FL Yet?

[@scottmaz4063]

@scottvolage1752 I wish wife made plans at end July. Looks like 1st week August.

[@johnniwa308]

I own a nursery engineer and professor are the worst customers they think they know your business. Nightmare on any street

[@panamacitybeachbum]

Look at all of that nasty, black refrigerant oil on the pad at the service valves. You failed to check the valve cores or check the valve caps for leaks. Gas-'N-Go, much? Guess that pays the bills?

[@chickboi3]

You cry much? Sounds like it baby girl.

[@citylockapolytechnikeyllcc7936]

I expect he did his due diligence, including checking all the accessible stuff for joint leaks, but it does not edit in well for time or keeping the video tight.

[@scottmaz4063]

#3🎉🎉🎉

[@ChristopherKotch]

BUT, you've always said what good does s band-aid do without knowing the problem and how to fix it.(paraphrase). Only thing you did was to give them temporary relief and almost guarantee a service call back.

[@Paul-IE-Repairs]

the rule of window units and mini splits, servicing shouldn't cost more than 50% replacement cost to the customer. So if the customer wants it cooling to buy them time to get it replaced, gas n go.

[@citylockapolytechnikeyllcc7936]

I wonder how many try the DIY AutoZone refrigerant kit, before calling for help..... and never mention having done it...

[@natehicks8939]

Triple evacuation, who are you kidding? I know you run tru blu hoses!

[@PipeDoctor]

true

[@michaelsmith9034]

But you could be overcharged,you just don’t know for sure.

[@scottmaz4063]

Not my sisters 😂

[@johnniwa308]

I sell thorn bushes so deal with them. We all need to make a living.

[@UnderUrs69]

“I want to see condensate go into the sink” 😂😂😂 GTFO

[@steveblake8766]

229 thumbs up

[@JohnR9965]

Had a charge put in my 3 ton rheem and it lasted 2 weeks….21 year old unit is toast. New unit going in next week. Installer is putting a York in….hope it isn’t a pile. We shall see

[@Clamjammer]

Don’t install a York. You’ll regret it in a few years. If you’re going to install a a York make sure your installing contractor flushes the lineset and brazes with nitrogen flowing. Those micro channel coils can clog easily

[@AustinAirCo]

New mitigation controls for new refrigerants gonna take away gas n go.

[@harbosonius]

Unless someone from the EPA is coming to watch you work all day then it's never impossible.

[@guytech7310]

Prices. Last year for new 410A. Replaced by R454B or R-32, both of which are more expensive. I suspect R-32 will also get banned in the US since its already banned in the EU. Gas N go is going to get a whole lot more expensive!

[@AustinAirCo]

@@harbosonius so you circumvent the mitigation controls? Good plan. OR you don't know what mitigation controls are?

[@AustinAirCo]

@@guytech7310 mitigation controls won't let the unit operate if a leak is detected. *boom there it is*

[@guytech7310]

@@AustinAirCo You have something I can use to look that up? YT probably won't print you to post a url link. Thanks.

[@ItsTheCostanza]

GOD BLESS FUCKING AMERICA