AIR CONDITIONER INSTALL IN A SLIDER WINDOW, SIMPLE, EASY AND INEXPENSIVE

This is a very simple, inexpensive and easy way to install an Air Conditioner in a slider window without buying an A/C made for slider windows. All that is needed is a 2 things a steel bar cut to the size of the window plus 3-4 inches and a piece of plexiglass, glass or cardboard. The steel bar and the plexiglass/glass can be purchased and cut to size at Lowes or Home Depot. I have used this method for over 6 years and it is so simple but works perfectly.

[@allegreUno]

Thats how you make a video, no stupid logo intros, songs, music, build ups, needless preamble, just helpful and to the point! Will try this; sounds clutch, easy enough to modify a little if needed but great start point. Thank you! You the man Michael

[@LesPaulGibby]

After watching a couple other videos with guys building frames and various other contraptions, your video was a breathe lf fresh air! Why make it harder than it has to be....Thanks!!!

[@DYI]

If you really want to know why people want complicated solutions I will answer for myself: I got considerable satisfaction in building and optimizing my installation. Some of us enjoy building and working with their hands. I truly got more satisfaction building in and the heat than sitting in front of my unit enjoying cool air. The fun is in the building! kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2nEg2hoedZ5jcU.Maybe that is why I am an Engineer...

[@chriskukowski398]

Same here!

[@cassdelioncourt]

I’m conflicted on this. This method looks super easy which is very appealing. But I live on the third floor of an old building. I’m not sure I trust my aluminium window frames to hold the weight of an air con. If I was on the first floor I would do it this way for sure. But I’m thinking of doing the wooden framed version just to be safe.

[@AK-ky3ou]

Security reasons for one.

[@hotjanuary]

My ac weighs 74 lbs. I’m not on the first floor...

[@joela.rodriguez3802]

*So amazingly quiet and **Fastly.Cool** in my room! 42db is at a whisper level. I bought 2 and installed myself.Very sturdy bracket and easy to adjust to fit windows of different size. Absolutely fabulous units!!*

[@demonhanzohattori]

After watching 30 mins of other videos using skill saws and drills and all this narration and crap I found this video and it is EXACTLY what I was looking for. Michael Harding for President 2024!

[@Abdobk]

Somebody give this guy a medal!!!!

[@varsenik111]

😄😄😂😂🥰🥰😇😇😊😊

[@sarah-vo]

Somebody gives this guy the presidency

[@jkathrynmusic]

Amazing! thank you so much Michael! I'm a silly college student dying in the Southern California heat wave. YOU SAVED ME.

[@Permaglo]

Love the simple presentation - no chit chat, just the nuts and bolts of how to do it. Thanks for the info, bought an AC unit today and will try your method!

[@jaderodriguez3123]

did it work ?

[@BurtBowers]

This was the original video I watched few years ago on how to install AC unit the simple way I installed couple ac units using this man's technic, I'm assuming this man has passed away now God bless him & many thanks to him for sharing his diy technic installing an AC unit in sliding windows🙏🙏

[@christyhart1777]

I have been trying to figure out the simplest most inexpensive way for myself a female with no power tools to get this job done and have been anxious about it... you made it easy , thank you!

[@michaelharding9535]

I am sorry for not taking the time to answer several questions from viewers. I didn't realize the number of people using my idea. I am going to answer some questions and give you further information now. I live in Montana and remove the A/C in the early fall every year. You can get the bar, plexi-glass and glass all from Lowe's and they will cut them for you. The unit you see in my video is a 12,000 btu unit. THE STEEL BAR This is all that holds the A/C in the window. 1/4 "or 3/8 " in diameter and at least 2" longer then the width of the slider window opening. The bar goes against the window frame and against the window that doesn't move. Ed Smith suggested drilling a hole for the bar in the window frame for added security, which is a good idea especially for heavy A/C's. The bottom of the A/C has a lip on it and this goes outside past the window track. PLACING THE A/C OUTSIDE OF THIS TRACK IS WHERE YOU NEED TO USE EXTREME CAUTION OR GET SOME HELP, BECAUSE IF YOU LET GO BEFORE PLACING THE BAR IT WILL FALL OUT. Placing the A/C here allows it to drain as it will be at a slight angle sloping out.

[@cezyag9438]

Hey Michael the plexiglass did you bought it custom made? Did you cut it yourself? I will be installing my own ac thanks to your video it's super easy diy.

[@michaelharding9535]

Buy it at Lowe"s then they will cut it for you

[@liamwaldie2306]

why do you take it out in the early fall? Just because its cold and you no longer need it or is it because excessive rain and stuff would damage the unit/your window?

[@michaelharding9535]

@@cezyag9438 Purchased plexiglass at Lowe's and had them cut to size.

[@michaelharding9535]

@@liamwaldie2306 Because it's cold, I live in northern Montana.

[@chaseloeb3299]

This man is a genius. After contemplating ideas that would be labor intensive and costing $$$, this amazing guy fixed my problem in 5 minutes for under $10.

[@PaZaTz55]

I've had an AC waiting to be installed by someone who knew what they were doing yet still waiting so I sought out a tutorial and got her in in about 5 minutes, thanks to this good and simple video. Now a cooled off and a much happier 62 year old lady~you're a saviour, sir and I thank you!

[@mj-ls7qr8xp3n]

I don't really understand the steel bar part. Is that to hold in window in the piece that sticks up on the top? Is it just a gravity thing? I did this last year and used a piece of oak trim. Regardless, I have vinyl windows and am concerned about scratching the vinyl under the ac. Any wisdom?

[@friendofp.24]

@@mj-ls7qr8xp3n Forgive me for I do not know the terminology of anything, I just want my room to be cold, but... The bar is there to hold the AC unit in place and keep it from falling out. When the bar is placed, it falls down to the top of the unit due to gravity, but the bar extends inside the window frame slits and the top part of the AC unit is caught by the bar, holding it in place. It should be slightly angled downward outside, which is good so that rain doesn't get caught up and leak into your house. When you look for an AC unit online, the pictures don't show this top part because it's a separate part that must be screwed into the top of the unit. I'm fairly certain all units come with this separate top part that you screw in, which you can then use with the metal bar to hold the unit in place. I've seen other videos where instead of using the included top part which may be lacking in strength to hold up the AC, they make their own out of metal L pieces. That may be a bit extra but if Lowe's or Home Depot could do it for you (all it is is just drilling a couple holes and cutting the piece down) then I would suggest you go for it. TL;DR: It's just a gravity thing.

[@amyknickerbocker4319]

You are a hero, sir. Such a simple, elegant solution to a common problem that no one else seems to have a simple, elegant solution for!

[@Badnewsfeminist]

Expecting 100 degree weather this week in Seattle, heading to my hardware store today so I can finally install my AC. Thank you!

[@CoachCrow52]

Ayyy, Seattle fam! 🔥

[@shericreates]

I’m in Tacoma. I know this is two years later. How did it work out? Did you use plexi glass? I have never used a portable air conditioner before so this makes me rather nervous. But my house gets so hot from a botched roof job with not enough air flow. Anyway, curious if you tried it.

[@Badnewsfeminist]

@@shericreates Yes it worked out really well! I’ve used this set up for three years now, highly recommend. Got plexiglass cut to size at my hardware store.

[@goddessinthegroove]

oh my goodness. I have been watching all these videos because it is already hitting 90 here and our extra room does not have A/C. This looks simple enough, thank you!

[@Rabbitburnx]

Best video hands down, I was contemplating something similar, it's nice to see it first. Simple, quick, and no building frames and a dozen screws.

[@janedoe5048]

Seriously. I've watch so many how to videos that now I look at the how many minutes a video is and if the short time limit seems reasonable, that the one I look at first. Installing a window unit shouldn't take the same amount of time as changing a engine piston.

[@indigo_dreamz]

Thank you so much ❤❤❤❤ coming from a 32 year old lady trying to survive 100 degree weather this week

[@Weldrideshoot]

Haha! Yes! Thank you so much sir! I walked into my house with 3 units sitting in my living room that my wife had ordered. And I'm like well hun these are for double hung windows but it's ok hun I'll figure something out. Found your video and made a quick easy fix to keep the wife happy

[@cw8359]

Thank you so much for posting this. Manufacturers won’t tell you how to do this so your easy directions are greatly appreciated. No wonder this video has over a half million views! Thanks again Michael Harding!

[@cathyshaw-kalloo237]

I will second what others have said here ... after watching probably a dozen videos on how to do this, having to build all sorts of clunky contraptions, your method here is the best, most clean and simple solution for this. This is probably the single most useful video I have ever seen on KZbin. thank you!

[@patrickjung488]

This guy is genius i followed his instruction and boom now i got window ac. Thanks man

[@StephanieLedoux-ey4zk]

Finally !!! An easy quick and simple solution for installing your air conditioning unit without having to build stuff the other video make it so complicated as a single woman I really appreciate this !! Thank you

[@nuneza73]

Thank you for this clear to the point video. I installed mine last night just before a heat wave. Now I can keep my wife and 5 month old comfortable instead of dreadful.

[@VinceGittings]

Thanks. I'm in a pretty old motorhome in Midland, TX, where it's about 100° right now and I'm sweatin' like a pig! You may have just save my life!

[@mikesvideoworks]

Thank you Mr. Harding! That is exactly what we needed to know. Your video showed us a very efficient way to get things done without a whole bunch of ridiculousness that one usually gets from these videos. Great video!

[@deborahwatts4524]

Thank you, Thank you, thank you! Clear, precise , easy. 41 degrees in Victoria BC today in the middle of a heat wave that is breaking all records. I had a window A/c unit in the closet just in case we ever needed. I watched 5 videos before I came to yours. Improvised a bit... No steel bar and my window is pretty tight. Used a piece of cedar lattice stripping I found in the garden and cardboard reinforced with more cedar strips. I'll pick up some My frenchies and I thank you Michael :)

[@jkemper96]

This was so great! Thank you. For those of us raised without fathers, we turn to KZbin to lean everything from tying a tie, to grilling a steak. Like other comments on here, i saw videos showing how to build a frame or some other over engineered design. I saw this and laughed. K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Stupid.

[@tabithapooler6141]

This video gave me hope after we moved into a place with slider windows. I didn't want to purchase a new special type AC. Less than $25 at Lowe's and we were ready to go! This video was a life saver!

[@mikeraso291]

Thank you Mr. Harding - worked perfectly, installed 2 window units in 30 min.

[@radicalauthenticity316]

Michael Harding, your demo video is the BEST!!! Easy, efficient & complete or like Tom said: "A breath of fresh air". - Thank you so much!!!

[@karenc8028]

Thank you so much! I bought my son a window unit last night and then realized it was for horizontal sliding windows. I think that I will be able to follow your example and install it myself. He will be so thankful, his room is an oven!

[@naturallybotanicals]

Thank you, Michael. Your video was short, sweet and to the point; and, more importantly, accurate! Your system works, and works well. I highly recommend this to anyone trying to install a window a/c unit into a sliding window. Thanks!!!

[@annatronson5927]

I'm glad to hear it works... I am afraid it will fall out... over 30 yr old sill... brand new Danby 5,000 is built for the vertical window... the bottom doesn't have grooves to fit on sill....

[@dougkeon6137]

Fantastic! Thanks so much Michael! No more trepidation for me about installing my AC! Fast, easy and simple.

[@maryelizabeth1284]

Thank you bunches, Michael! I was sick of looking at a piece of plywood. Now I can view my beautiful trees 🌳 😍

[@KINGDUDE74]

Love your video, followed the way you did it and I have one in my bedroom. Its such a life saver cause my home a/c went out and I dont have thousands of dollars for a new one. This works just great especially in these 100-116 days of summer.

[@Sharon.Russell]

Thank you so much for sharing this video - we used your method to install our new air conditioner just this morning, and it was SO EASY and secure! It's going to be 95 degrees here today, but we're all set. Thanks again!

[@shaunamcvaysv]

Wow, thank you so much for this as I'm a single mom of four and all of my Windows are sliding. We have not put air conditioners in because I kept trying to figure out how to keep them from leaking so again thank you so much for this video.

[@pattimorey7766]

This is the best video! I watched it a bunch of times last year, but my son already knew to do it that way! Thanks for posting this easy-peasy method of installing an air conditioner! 🙂

[@SashaSohma208]

Great idea! Its a life saver. Just spent an hour picking out an ac and forgot about the sliding window. Then another talking to a guy at Canada tire to realize his idea doesn't work. Nice to know there's a solution. Thank you : ).

[@mitchgchrist]

I love this. Simple, straightforward, and practical. Thank you.

[@shannonh9029]

thanks to you I got this done. I just used a section of pvc pipe that i already had instead of metal bar but works great. THANK YOU

[@techspray5892]

OMG BEST VIDEO EVER ! straight to the point no extra chit chat and video is on only 2 mins ! God bless you I wish all the other KZbinrs could do the same but usually they take 5 mins explains to you what the video you are watching will explain as if you can’t read the title !

[@Zbandit1991]

Amazing video! 10,000 times better than other videos I've seen, easy and straight to the point!

[@jameslane1987]

This idea is simple and smart. Well done!! I feel confident about installing my window air conditioner. Thanks.

[@galaxytraveler5779]

James Lane This sounds like a paid review for a product hahaha "I feel confident about installing my new window air conditioner thanks to Michael Harding" *fake smile*

[@peaceandlove7882]

Thank you Mr. Harding for making this an easy video to watch and an easy idea to try, I live in New England so like you I have to remove my a/c for heat conservation each year. I had a contractor try to say that I needed a new window installed or a 500. air conditioner. I am going to Lowe's and getting my supplies and doing this myself!!

[@ulyssesnorth6843]

Thanks, bruh. I want to purchase a window AC instead of the portable kind because they're less expensive and higher rated, so I think this sliding window set-up would be worth the effort.

[@alty0079]

Thanks for the how-to! I did this today and it was a snap! By using a standard window AC unit instead of a casement/sliding unit I saved $200. Also, I used plywood for the open window space. I glued foam insulation to the inside and painted the outside to match the siding. It looks great and feels great beating the heat. Thanks!

[@dianagrijalva9358]

After watching a few of these on the same topic, this one seems to be the easiest and more economical. Thanks!

[@koribaby86]

Thank you for making this simple! So many other videos were so long and made it really complicated. We really appreciate it :)

[@madmanau8730]

You know what Michael, I'm going to choose your install method for my box air conditioner in my sliding window. This video was so refreshing.

[@buellgirl44]

This is by far the best and easiest video I have ever seen on installing a regular air conditioner in a casement window. Thanks to you I will be able to sleep at night again. Great Video!!

[@aliceboyer7242]

Brilliant idea! Never would have thought of the plexiglass! Thank you so much!

[@sophiescott143]

Life saver. Need a window unit for my room and the cost for slider window units is ridiculous, especially since they seem to be thirty years behind the times technologically. Thank you so much for this.

[@tungnuen]

Thank you for sharing Michael. I have watch like 4 different video on how to install AC on slide windows and I found your to be the most efficient and simplest.

[@nxtgen8026]

I watched all the other videos like Tom and this is the best one I've seen also. Leave it to the guy with a few extra winters behind him to show em how it's done. Nice!

[@alexandriav3956]

I never thought to use a piece of plexiglass. I've been using a huge piece of cardboard that I cut from a big box of diapers, that I covered in foil, and installed with duct tape. Works just as well, but I like the plexiglass idea better!

[@JaneDoe-ql7sc]

very inventive!

[@17guyotherthe]

the most simplest way of installing an A/C ive ever seen thank you!!!!

[@dethronegaming8017]

ty sir just bought one and did exactly what you just did you sir are a life saver!! virtual hugs all around!

[@12384jamie]

The single best video on this install I've found. Thank you!

[@christinep7147]

This is a fantastic way to install an ac in a sliding window. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@Rauscher5owe]

thank you for the info! the steel rod idea is brilliant. would have never thought of it. just hooked mine up, and its more solid then ever!

[@v73c]

This video is perfect! I don't need 24 minutes of instruction like some other posts. All the information is explained in a easy-to-understand manner. Thank you for sharing your expertise! Great job. You've got my write in vote.

[@cindywesterdahl2838]

Hi! What kind of steel bar do I use? Do you have this written anywhere?

[@HomegrownTyrone]

Thank you! that metal bar part was a brilliant idea!

[@digitalbrinjen3245]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Might start looking at the window type air conditioners after all. Was looking at portables but not a fan of the noise they make.

[@lisa-marieshy9673]

THANK YOU MICHAEL! So simple! Now time to get'r in the window to try & best this heat ugh 😉

[@tiphanimariediaz519]

You're a life saver. I was about to just give up. Thank you

[@angeli1332]

Thank you Mr. Harding!😃 You helped make my guest room much more welcoming.

[@josiahdewitt3516]

Yep, that's what I was looking for. Simple functionality is elegant. Thank you Michael Harding. Stay cool my friend.

[@PomonaChicano]

Excellent idea and made my installation easy today. Thank you Michael!

[@catebrooks6779]

Thank you for posting this! I can tell this will not only be straightforward and simple, but effective. And if you get on the ballot, I'll vote for you: common sense would be a nice change! *hee*

[@alicefuller2130]

I just bought 2 5000btu air conditioners and felt really overwhelmed with how to safely install them. I called around and quotes were $79 + materials and $59 (for the second one) + materials to get them installed! After just spending $300 on air conditioners, I don't have money for that. Thank you for showing such a simple and inexpensive way to install a window a/c in a sliding window!

[@itisny]

I'm so grateful for your video! I almost thought I was going to have to replace my whole window lol 👍

[@sandrad7447]

This method was SO simple and helpful, thank you very much for posting the video.

[@kdl8932]

Thanks for taking the time to make this vid, Michael. Very helpful!

[@EverythingHasAStory]

Have seen many videos how to install support for a window air conditioner but this is the most practical idea, the easiest and fastest way. Will apply it in my new air conditioner. Thanks.

[@LNN_Plays]

I am going to try and pull this off this weekend. Thank you for this simple tutorial.

[@bilhamil]

This works super well! Was a snap putting my window unit in...

[@johnr2297]

Thanks Mr. Harding. Very simple, yet very AWESOME!!!!!

[@TheDanimatorsChannel]

The steel bar idea helped me a bunch! Thanks!

[@chelseapendergast7567]

Thanks so much, Michael!!! This is brilliant and so simple!

[@amyp5976]

My son just moved into an apartment and we were wondering how in the world we were going to do this! Thank you for a no nonsense description!!!!

[@miabergeson5457]

Thank you so much I loved this video. Your instructions are easy to follow and perform and looks nice.

[@patriciahibbert6139]

Well thank you for the 1/4 inch rod idea,That saved my bacon lol anyhow that is one hell of great idea.I know it works cause I installed the A.C.,that was given to us. Plexiglass would work but I had some thin panel about 1/8 thick and it worked out just fine.You got my vote and thanks again.

[@Koryuchi]

Wow thanks! The steel bar worked for me! You saved me so much trouble and money!

[@kevf500]

Thanks Mike you make it simple and right to the point great job

[@successfulMillennial]

Thanks so much! Straight to the point and effective

[@jasonhorn901]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you taking the time to put this video together!

[@jenmahan3450]

This is a perfect video !! So easy and will just go to the hardware store and order the sized plexiglass!!

[@cathycathy6295]

We are going to do this this weekend, thanks Michael

[@Jayisthebeast00]

Great video! All the other ones require too much work… and tools I don't have or know how to use. Thank you for making it so simple.

[@kennymalter443]

Easy, fast, and a perfect solution. Thanks for sharing this great way to install. You saved me plenty of time and $$$$.

[@MattAllenTeller]

Thank you! My problem solved instantly and elegantly.

[@mlbslugger62]

geeze how simple & we never thought of this haha. Thank you! It couldn't have been any easier than this!!

[@davidwilson1401]

Easy to follow. Thank you! I am not handy at all, but am on my own installing a window unit in a sliding window. Your instructions and set up are simple. Too many videos about installation involve too many unnecessary steps and additional accessories (bought or homemade).

[@johnw3794]

This was so quick I had to watch it a few times. Nice and neat rather then a cardboard look. Awesome video

[@joycesolano-gustafson3973]

Brilliant! On my way to Lowe's! thank you so much!

[@vinlandviking]

This method worked perfectly for me. Thank you.

[@Wheezyaf]

Thank you so much! I was about to drop a ton of money on a kit! You the man!

[@stevegraham1271]

Hi, Michael. This worked great. Thanks!!!

[@musicbyady4900]

Sir! This is amazing! I just saw some videos tat were "easy" but there was about 10 steps. Thank you so much!!!