Is DIY'ing Your HVAC A Good Idea?

[@bigmotorhead2908]

Watched you do a complete install and decided to do mine myself. Bought everything on Ebay including condenser, evaporator and tools. Works excellent and saved thousands. The wife was very impressed, Thank you

[@diyhvacguy]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@AussieHVAC]

You have just kissed goodbye your manufacturer warranty dude, read the instructions manual as it will tell you this . We’ll see who saving thousands when your compressor shits itself due to air being in the system . As a HVAC Tech of 30 + years I do NOT recommend this. Hope you got plenty of money DIY HVAC as your going to need it when you’re ass gets sued when someone dies . Not being negative just stating facts . Can’t be doing that when bang gasses ( R32 ) are on the market 💥

[@AussieHVAC]

You have just kissed goodbye your manufacturer warranty dude, read the instructions manual as it will tell you this . We’ll see who saving thousands when your compressor shits itself due to air being in the system . As a HVAC Tech of 30 + years I do NOT recommend this. Hope you got plenty of money DIY HVAC as your going to need it when you’re ass gets sued when someone dies . Not being negative just stating facts . Can’t be doing that when bang gasses ( R32 ) are on the market 💥

[@SilverandCigars]

@@AussieHVAC If theres air in the system and non condensables are in the condensor he will know after day one because it will not work correctly. Then call a professional. No big deal. I'm wondering how much he really could have saved after buying the vacuum pump, gauges, torch, sheet metal tools. Theres gotta be 2 grand right there.

[@bigmotorhead2908]

@@AussieHVAC I installed this system early May . Today it is 93 degrees outside and 72 degrees inside. There should not be any air in the system if you do it the way shown in DIY HVAC GUY videos. I saved enough money to install the system four times. Anybody with solid mechanical skills can do this themselves .

[@konstantinlapin1561]

My set up: Testo 549 ($250), Yellowjacket low loss gauges with valves ($140), vacuum pump $65, nitrogen tank ($100), stay-brite 8 and stay clean ($100), refrigeration grade fittings if needed ($50), tube expander ($25), nitrogen flow regulator ($50), nitrogen regulator $40, kwik charge attachment (not necessary) $35, Appion core removal tool x3(1/4) $72x3=$216, bubble leak locator rector seal ($10), safety switches SS1, SS2 and SS3 ($80 for all 3, you can find those cheaper), vacuum gauge CPS $175, Nu-Calgon flush $150. Installed 3 systems (3, 3.5, 4 tons), work like a champ (5,4,1 years old, no issues), worth it to DIY, saved at least $20k. The key is to do it slow and pressure test everything with nitrogen, also vacuum to 500 micron and hold for 15-20 mins. Manufacturer warranty? How helpful is it if you still need to pay for labor even under warranty with labor being the most expensive part of the whole install? (you can get any equipment online delivered to you and the equipment is very inexpensive in comparison to labor).

[@Tony-rl2fr]

Just replying to mark this post. Thanks for the list and info 👍🏻

[@kris9074]

Gonna look at this later

[@Dr-YouTube]

Where do you get nitrogen from? Can anyone buy that?

[@Random_DIY]

Nice job! The MrCool Central System has a 10 year parts and labor warranty that allows self install with pre-charged line set. I just installed one and it is working great.

[@Rey-su8eg]

Yes, just google it. Even seen it on amazon before. ​@@Dr-KZbin

[@pilotrserra]

I can tell…You’re a good guy. I have many years in law enforcement and training assessment of personality profiles, and after watching your videos, you are a rare individual. Your parents did a good job👍.

[@stevemishler831]

How I wish the technicians I've had were as knowledgeable and thorough as you!

[@MrPoppyDuck]

Great workmanship! I wish all HVAC techs were as thorough as this guy.

[@henryt9254]

Totally worth it to DIY if you are up to it. The key is to know one's capability. My Lennox all of a sudden lost communications with the outside unit. The problem was it has a Wifi thermostat and once the connection is lost, the entire AC system is dead. I removed the AC covers and traced the comm wires and sure enough, one wire was barely hanging in a slot and the connection becomes intermittent. Had I just called a PRO and it would probably cost me an arm and leg and open to all kinds of causes and left myself at risk to letting the technicians trouble shoot and possibly replacing all kinds of parts. After finding out that loose wire, all it took was screw down the connections and secure it nicely. I even went through the entire wire bundle and sure enough found 2 more loose wires just waiting to give me problems. This makes me wonder how in the world could PROS left behind such mishaps and left their customers vulnerable to call them to address the problems. I'm sure not all techs are like that, but don't you hate that some so-call PROS could be so unethical. That's why I hate calling any service and possibly trouble shoot myself whenever possible. How ironic that there is another AC guy with a by-line Anti-DIY HVAC that complains about their customer being "helicopters" that got on his nerve. Well these are the scenario that customers had to go through and can you blame them for being "heliccopters" ?

[@Random_DIY]

I just wanted to mention that MrCool makes a “Central Ducted” system that is pretty much a drop in replacement for a traditional HVAC system. The advantage is you can use MrCool No-Vac line set and not do any brazing or dealing with refrigerant. Very easy for a DIYer. Also includes 10 year parts and labor warranty when you use the no-vac line set. I replaced my 5ton Trane with this system and it is working great. Really really like MrCool.

[@bluejay713]

Hi iv noticed from there systems it might work in a basement but if you have a closet like mine it might not fit.

[@Random_DIY]

@@bluejay713 the MrCool air handler was a little smaller than the Trane air handler that I had. Measure twice I’d say.

[@bluejay713]

@@Random_DIY Hi the one i saw was a 20 inch.

[@Justthemow]

Yes it’s an awesome idea I paid this guy for his advice and installed my own AC out side condenser unit and it saved me 4K dollars

[@scoobtoober2975]

Dave as a final step of a swap out. Getting rid of the old stuff. Recycle center near me, town owned. Will take scrap iron furnace and coil. Only $25 dollars to drop the condenser off with refrigerant in it. No problem. Ask around. You can barely get a reclaim place to take your old freon. That drop off was easily worth it. I'm scrapping the copper at a different place for money. Very worth my time. But man this first swap was a lot of work and learning. Next time will be way quicker. 1 week of part time work did the job.

[@jkmarshall3553]

Awesome video! Thanks for spending the time to film it.

[@jameskaihatu6209]

That brazing of the pipe was one of the coolest things I've seen on your channel...

[@bluejay713]

You should see it when welders tig weld a pipe.

[@dustinlaferney3160]

I've learned so much from the great content on this channel . Thanks for taking the time to make high quality videos. Mad respect for your skills and work ethic.

[@georgecharleston2349]

The tools have sure improved since the early 70s.

[@AsForetold]

What is your go-to brand and thickness for insulation for the condenser piping

[@JT-lq4yd]

Liked the installation, more so the filter box outside the furnace. On my furnace, the filter is inside of it and you have to remove the front access panel. The filter is secured by wire and when the blower is running, the air pressure creates a gap between the filter and sidewall.

[@munkarnakir6010]

First of all Thank you so much for all this great tutorial ,Father with 3 kids and twins toddler here total 5 kids LMAO. i am learning alot from this channel . first time house owner . and i am so scare open my Furnace. until i found this Chanel, we have old furnace from the previous owner like 10 years ish . is no way i cant do change by my self . if any suggest in Midwest area great hvac guy like you without Rob their clie3nt please let me know . once again thank you and peace !

[@domenicolores6698]

Thank you for sharing I been learning about

[@wonkastudio-johnny]

love the flaring tool !!!

[@GeorgeKennedy-u4r]

I picked up a good turbo-shear a while back at a garage sale for 2 bucks. I really like that locknut tool from GB for box fittings. I'v struggled for years with flat tip screwdrivers, especially on painted stuff. Gonna get me some. Hey, for a $7000 savings I could fly you down to Florida, put you up in a hotel, and buy you a good dinner (or two) to come do a unit for me!

[@diyhvacguy]

You have no idea how many people have asked this lol sorry, don’t have the bandwidth for it.

[@5dc61]

These videos are gold!!!

[@diyhvacguy]

Thanks brother 👊🏼

[@scoobtoober2975]

I posted this before. The last two installs before me swapping mine. Didn't AIR SEAL much. Some. But holy mole were there lots of gaps and holes. The new one pushes very well. And sucks on the returns. That alone as saved the unit from cycling as often. As the rooms are better mixed and even out the cool at the moment. The heat has to be similar. Old one on heat would cycle often. AC was low on charge for 8 years, i never checked it. It would run almost non-stop and had poor cooling evenness as the temp drop across the coil was so low.

[@lasersbee]

Last year I took a chance to DIY one 9KBTU and one 24KBTU Mini Splits. Bought all the tools I needed for a proper Installation. Info from Y/T channels like yours. Been working non stop Cooling and Heating my House and Shop. Just ordered another 24KBTU unit and am installing it as we speak. Saved a TON of Installation $$$$ besides the energy cost reductions.

[@peckerpeter2078]

Ductless Mini splits are the way to go…

[@Random_DIY]

@@peckerpeter2078 I just installed a MrCool Central Ducted system. Works great like a conventional ducted system but outside unit is DC inverter like a mini split. Replaced my old 5 ton Trane and works great.

[@josemartinez-4570]

Why’d you keep that condenser so close to the wall he should move it out a little bit more for airflow you had the room

[@TheChefBlog]

Why aren’t a valves put on the copper lines closest to the valves with the Schrader cores to prevent the copper lines from having to be vacuumed out again with nitrogen. Basically maintaining a vacuum in the lines while you install a new unit (ball valve?) thank you your show rocks. 🥇🏆🙌

[@scoobtoober2975]

Most of your swap outs lately look identical to my old one. w setup, similar shape and looks. The water condensate tray was a 1/2" of pure rust flakes. It was headed out for sure.

[@kevinpearce3281]

Hey. Good work. Quick question. Could you have vacuumed through the liquid line and put your micron guage on the suction line ?

[@diyhvacguy]

You could, absolutely.

[@bayouflats5054]

Nice to see install of filter dryer close to evaporator. 🤓

[@davetysdal5442]

Trying to, but the good vacuum pump, nitrogen tanks and regulators, flushing the line set, digital micron gauge. It gets over a grand easily.

[@Tapley]

I just replaced my furnace thanks to your great work! I enjoyed doing it and have been really interested about HVAC. I’m thinking about how I can start doing this for others as a business. Is an HVAC license required? What about electrical license or plumbing license (since working on electrical and gas piping)?

[@Michael-fc8or]

Great job, beautiful installation as usual!

[@opp7981]

Awesome video!!!!!..... Help from anyone reading this, how you size an ac condenser for a home? I have a ranch style home with 2,400 square feet. Half of that is in the basement which stays cool all summer long. Do I get a condenser big enough for the 2,400 square feet or just 1,200 for the main floor that I am trying to cool down. Advise would be highly appreciated

[@shaunbava1801]

you need to do a heatload calculation. Is the floor insulated? if not you will lose some cold air to the basement, if there is decent insulation in the floor and no registers in the basement for all practical intents and purposes you can ignore the basement. Windows, insulation, sun exposure can all factor. At the minimum 2 tons and maybe 3.

[@fooey88]

I always wondered if I could do this myself. Now I know that I absolutely cannot do it 😂. Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@JRP3music]

I have a Bryant system that is older. The problem is a leak at the radiator. The refrigerant has leaked out. I was hoping to repair the leak and upgrade to a newer cooling refrigerant. I think it is repairable. The company that looked at it, of course wanted to replace it. I haven't been able to get help yet.

[@rodrigofarruguia1708]

Do you clean the line for residual of the other refrigerant?

[@randysickler4135]

very professional and informative!..thanks for sharing!

[@tammye5760]

Shouldn’t there be some space between the unit and house?

[@diyhvacguy]

Yea about 6” minimum

[@JamesxRamirez]

Hey man! Off topic, but wondering if you have used or can make a video about/demonstrating the PRO-fit quick connect fittings (sharkbites for HVAC? I think that might be valuable for the DIY crowd.

[@DennyHamilton]

Ok video. I have been in business for almost 40 years. That tool is great for those of you who can't do reliable brazing. LOL

[@Capafool]

You should do a video comparing single vs 2 stage systems

[@josenobre710]

Do you need to use hydrogen gas when soldering with stay brite 8?

[@jerrellbevers6071]

I really like Eisen

[@billiamc1969]

I learn so much valuable information from this channel

[@cre8tive31]

Hi Mr. HVAC Guy. Can one breaker be wired on a 15 or 20K auxiliary heat strip? Can one breaker be wire instead of both?

[@elkhunter9244]

Just finished DIY install of the evap coil and condenser at my house. I was planning to have a company come test and vacuum the new lines afterwards. No dice. No companies will touch a system not installed by a certified installer. So, now I get to buy more tools and a nitrogen tank to finish the job. This channel contains tons of good info but beware that if you do any of it, you have to do all of it.

[@mmane257]

dude you are one of a kind 👍🏿

[@davefabbro26]

Would you buy a 410a unit now and just store it till mine goes? Or just buy a new R32 when they come out and mine goes bad. Mine is17 yrs old buy currently working fine.

[@MDC885]

Can you do a video on that iFlo thing I"ve been seeing advertised on TV? Is it a good product? Is there a DIY way to do what it does? Thank you!!

[@cmikeg8614]

I want to change out my system but I'm concerned about the inspections, permits, warranty, etc. Anybody run into issues with that stuff?

[@Krobra91]

So i got a question. i have a 2020 built Dr Horton home thats pre wired for A/C. Multiple builds come in between 8k-14k Can i do this myself? watching your videos i really think I can but I just need to know where to start

[@timd6324]

Installing a Trane 10 ton split system and the tags on the condensing unit say that it is dry nitrogen charged. The tag with charge info is blank. Ever seen that before?

[@jerseyjim9092]

That's pretty cool. Didn't know I could run my ac from the generator.

[@danstojic5643]

Nice, I like your sounds of humor "helps if you open the valve" hahaha👍

[@ultramix9659]

Quick question, how much did you charge for this if you dont mind me asking? Thanks

[@keything8487]

awesome, good days work !!

[@davidmerritt1312]

Did u say that it was a good call to replace the unit because the cap was mushroomed starting to go bad? Good call for who u or the customer lol.

[@travisg5182]

I’d be interested in a video showing how to use the field piece manifold with a wireless psychrometer

[@syth9]

How did you level out the pad?

[@nhojcam]

so, i have an Amana 16 seer (16ASX0421F*) condenser with matching evap coil and air handler that came with the new house we purchased as a spec home. this is an r410a system. is what i have any good? 2+ years in, i've already had to have the pressure switch on the low side replaced due to a slow leak. that was $600. they put on a schrader valve for the new switch to screw into (to isolate the switch so that it could be easily replaced by me in the future). i have always been a trane / american standard buyer, but this is the system that came with the house. should i keep this system or change it out? daikin > goodman / amana -- i have never been a fan of these brands. what would you do?

[@2mustange]

Do you still recommend the same HVAC UV Air Purifier that you list on your amazon list? Seems to have only 'okay-ish' reviews

[@yellowstoic7678]

Licensed plumbing and heating tech that's branching off into HVAC. You need a link for Canadians. I just blew 1.7k on stuff to start 😅

[@davidmaz6379]

Is it a Must to Check for Leaks? There is another fellow KZbinr using the Name "Steven Lavimonere" who Posted a Video where as He bypassed Checking for Leaks, He leaves Schrader Valves in. He is a Seasoned: Plumber, HVAC & Electrical Pro. He uses all methods of Connecting Line Sets ie... Solder, Braze, Compression Fittings. He said he Never had a Leak. What are Your thoughts? Also, I noticed You Installed a "Dryer" on the Outside of The Condensing Unit. I am Installing a 1.5ton Goodman and when Mounting Condensing Cabinetry, I noticed the Dryer is Installed Hidden behind the Condensing Cabinetry. I Seen You install a Dryer up in The Attic Outside of Coil (just prior to Coil). How many Dryers are Needed on a Unit? In advance, Thank You.

[@theone7538]

DIY is ok. Most contractors will not work on them though. DIY install can also mean DIY repair. i DIY but i have electrical & refrigeration back ground so it’s easy. I also don’t mind being without ac for a little while & have a backup plan if for heat.

[@ca8a]

Awesome video man learned a lot 👍🏼

[@mattperry6965]

Very good video Dave. Keep up the good work. When is the June giveaway? Or did I miss it?

[@diyhvacguy]

It is on the 20th at 12:00pm 👍🏼 thanks so much for the support!

[@stevendomagala5857]

Great video as always

[@derickmercado5903]

Are you going to make a video on how to get epa certification? And can it be done online?

[@JamesxRamirez]

He has one that exists already - but use SkillCat.

[@derickmercado5903]

@@JamesxRamirez and that online epa test covers all 50 states?

[@BryanTorok]

I'm looking for a comment I saw on on one of the HVAC channels, most likely this on or the Anti DIY HVAC channel. The person said he did online training to get his HVAC certificate so he could legally buy refrigerant. He said he was able to complete training within the 90 day free trial. I would like to know the name / url of the training company.

[@projectswithjw]

You can do it on skillcat. its about $10 a month and $50 to take the exam. If you can do all the work in 1 month, you'll be out $60. You set your own pace.

[@BillyBobDingledorf]

The of your new website is "Your New Wordpress Site". You probably want to change that.

[@Honestandtruth007]

Where is Filter dryer connection..❓❓ I still Prefer Stay Brite 8 is more forgiving

[@darylfortney8081]

Biggest issue in doing it yourself is having to heave around the units and deal with the old one after. It’s just a lot of lifting and sweating since it’s always in hot cramped places without ac of course.

[@borshardsd]

In addition, imho, it's the same biggest issues as I do your replacement as an installer =b. I was guessing as big of a hurtle would be getting a scrapper to collect your old units and get the tools to perform the job. Cheers to the diy guys who can do it. This channel is great.

[@5dc61]

Definitely not a picnic, I’m planning to replace one of my units until after summer. This is one reason why the labor can increase significantly for doing a replacement.

[@diyhvacguy]

I list units on Facebook and they’re gone the same day! Not worth if for me to cut up and scrap. I’ve helped dozens of people successfully do this. If any of you guys need remote support, you can find it at Patreon.com/diyhvacguy Cheers all!

[@borshardsd]

@@diyhvacguy go bro go

[@jafarasi3406]

I just noticed the condenser is too close to the wall you don't have a minimum of 12 in I wear from the wall

[@bluejay713]

From what iv seen on goodman units it needs to be 18 inches that's how i have my unit now.

[@WENmanong]

this is my dream to learn

[@outtadebox1877]

Can anybody tell me if I can install a Mr. cool slim unit with a Unico system. I have a property line dispute and I don't have much room. Most people never heard of a Unico or space pack system. I'm just using it for ac only. I have radiators and a boiler. I only have 28 inches wide. A typical condenser is 29 to 35 inches wide. It won't work. Thanks for any help anybody could give me. Much appreciated.

[@daveyt4802]

They need to hire a grounds keeper! Plants growing INSIDE the condenser is a bad thing.

[@Mitch2294]

As a professional HVAC tech I am all for people doing their own installs. We make more money redoing them and we don’t have to warranty customer supplied equipment.

[@picklerix6162]

As a former HVACR contractor, I installed my own equipment and I also perform maintenance and service only on my own equipment. My neighbors always ask me to service and replace their equipment but my license expired many years ago. I do give my opinion and several HVAC contractors have tried to cheat my neighbors. A dishonest contractor disabled my neighbor’s furnace by gluing a small wire on the inducer fan motor which poked down into the motor and prevented it from rotating. I told my neighbor that wire didn’t belong there and I removed it with my fingernail. The inducer fan immediately started blowing and furnace began to operate normally.

[@robertleonard6806]

Anyone who won’t admit that there are untrustworthy people in their field, can be counted as untrustworthy.

[@mariusm3595]

Awesome video !

[@jasnapon]

On the high side you don't close it completely until the gauge reads zero

[@johnolenczak1552]

Problem in DIYing is that you can’t purchase items such as defective fans, you have to have a HVAC license, forcing you to purchase from a HVAC company. I needed a small screw for my airhandler for my Trane could not purchase the screw

[@nickselleh9757]

Trane/American Standard is notorious for not working with homeowners directly. Other brands less so.

[@diyhvacguy]

Yea that was your problem. Wouldn’t have been a problem if you went with a Goodman. They’re just as good of equipment in my book. ✌🏼

[@johnolenczak1552]

The Goodmans rust out in Florida, Trane my airhandler casing is composite and my coils are treated for salty air, and the base of the outdoor unit is not metal

[@johnolenczak1552]

Other thing to be aware in Florida the HVAC Companies will tell you that they registered your unit, don’t trust them, the majority do not. Then you are screwed, this is for standard and mini split installations.

[@bethmotley0311]

My ac is a 1985 Williamson. Ugly as heck, but works amazing.

[@jkmarshall3553]

Amazing it's still working after 39 years. Where can I get one??? LOL

[@bethmotley0311]

Sadly the company went out of business. Probably due to the wonderful quality of their products😙😔

[@hohwang9957]

First Appreciate what DIY guy is doing for us. But, the facts are there is collusion in the HVAC industry to NOT let DIY fix your own equipment, we see this in the iphone case. yes, you save money on new AC but , you can not get warranty unless a "professional" installs your AC, this is not freedom or capitalism. Yes you can buy new AC unit on line but , if you DIY install , No Warranty. Even with Warranty , its only for parts, you still have to pay for labor and wait for it... part of the refrigerant. This happen to me twice, spent $5k on just refrigerant and labor to fix leaky coil. Solution buy new and replace on leaks and major repairs, you can repair minor stuff yourself if parts are available to you. Louis talks about a need for self repair laws on his channel, this applies. Lesson learned, I would have bought new AC unit online for $2500 and tools $1000 and replace with new unit, cheaper and learn to be independent, freedom. Warranty is useless anyway, just buy a whole AC unit cheaper.

[@Victor_Zapata]

Good video, learned a lot thx.

[@alexanderboyd2280]

4 year tech here. 2 years in resi the other two in commercial refrigeration. I do not recommend folk to try and do this type of work on DIY terms. Things are done wrong all the time such as switches being bypassed (pressure switches, contactors) circuits being improperly installed, (ex; stealing one leg of 120 from the air handler and running it to the condenser) improper refrigeration practices, etc. If you aren’t an experienced hand or even have a clue how it’s supposed to be don’t touch it. Simple.

[@bluejay713]

I moved my condenser to the side of my home in the 90s my hvac guy did come to recover the freon out all i had to do was extend the wire with the same size and brazed the copper my self but i used a flux coated brazing rod with a small oxy map gas torch kit im now epa 608 certified so i can work on my own system or install my own system and still have the warranty cover by goodman using my epa 608 license.

[@juliefizpatrick513]

Great video👍👍😊🤗🙏🩷

[@TSGEnt]

I recently had my contactor give me some trouble. After cleaning it a bit, It worked. However, I'd like to get a replacement as a prophylactic. I have a Goodman Contactor - CONT1P025240V It appears to be a single pole 25 amp. The readily available is a 30amp. Would it be compatible or am I asking for trouble?

[@meeeoooow]

Poison Oak on the wall all over hand and arm...

[@diyhvacguy]

Huh, never got itchy 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@starrvalley12]

People need to stop letting these hvac guys replace units when it's not necessary, fix your old units they are build better.

[@picklerix6162]

But Commission Ken can’t pay for his sports car without selling you equipment that you don’t need.

[@bluejay713]

I repair my own only problem since my label on my unit is weather worn i got to find the part number like my condenser the compressor works but the fan wont unless i move the fan to get it going the motor does get very hot so im thinking its the motor going bad but ill replace my capacitor also.

[@JurassicJolts]

Necessity is subjective

[@starrvalley12]

@bluejay713 yep replaced motor it was barely spinning after that ac worked great also replaced capacitor just for the hell of it $16 dollar capacitor why not.

[@starrvalley12]

@bluejay713 also the fan will have all the numbers you need, best thing take fan with you and match it up

[@DA33_718]

If you think that's ancient, you need to see my old round condenser Carrier 😂😂

[@diyhvacguy]

Yea I replaced an old 85 fedders unit not too long ago. Was still running fine but the customer just wanted to upgrade. Shoulda kept it!!

[@WhiteWakedNProud]

Im assuming you were being sarcastic about it being a good idea to replace the equipment because the capacitor was mushrooming out.... replce the cap hahaha

[@formergoat]

I hope you're not allergic to poison ivy.

[@meeeoooow]

Oak

[@diyhvacguy]

I guess not cuz I never got itchy! I ripped so much of that out with my bare hands haha

[@happyyardservice2914]

Cover on the condenser pump is why it's dying. Why do people do that. I guess they got that biggg money

[@ItsTheCostanza]

DIY only if you know what you are doing

[@ranger178]

i would never change a unit that is still working to increase efficiency the new systems are Chinese garbage they fall apart in only half the time as old units.

[@tonyhawkins5255]

old to better but when you see the yard omg better dont do any good when you didnt take care of your yard and the old unit. sound like a AC TECH dream you need a new unit

[@diyhvacguy]

I don’t understand this comment at all lol

[@william18miller]

this video neither addresses nor answers the question posed in the title... good job??

[@justincummings4775]

Why not show them how to do it themselves? I thought this was a DIY channel

[@diyhvacguy]

I do lol

[@justincummings4775]

@@diyhvacguy but you did the work. Did you get paid for it

[@JaylenBester]

99% of people WON'T be able to do this. You are Doing illegal work if you aren't certified to handle the refrigerant as well as you won't have a manufacturers warranty after you install it. If you make one mistake you could burn your home down, electrocute yourself and or cause a bevy of issues. Sure there are 20 or so people in the comments section that "might" have done their installation close enough for it to work however with these systems being manufactured for the weather in each region and the standards and laws changing you are taking a HUGE risk at a fine and/or lawsuit. I own and operate a HVAC company and i would NEVER advise anyone to do an installation that's unexperienced without prior knowledge and/or experienced guidance. You "might" help a few people but to be honest it seems as if he's preying on the hope of the home owner to save some money and to make things seem ALOT simpler than they are. 5/10 installations have SOME type of issues and if you aren't either experienced or prepared then you could potentially throw ALOT of money down the drain. I nor any other company will touch an installation or a system that was previously installed by the homeowner due to liability reasons and customers LOVE to blame the latest contractor that touched their appliances. Not trying to sway anyone one way or the other however thing LONG and HARD before thinking that you can just watch 3 KZbin videos and be ready to install a full HVAC system. Good luck to anyone who tries and I wish you success however you aren't "saving" any money if you have to just spend it later on costly repairs or god forbid you STILL end up having to pay someone for another installation. Find a nice mom and pop family owned company that will give you a good price and a warranty and you'll save yourself in the future from headaches that this guy is BLATANTLY not telling you about.

[@Cleanhvacinstalls]

What a clown

[@diyhvacguy]

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[@starrvalley12]

Bs you should of just changed the capacitor it's a 20 dollar part but then you would of charged the home owners 400 to 600 to replace a 20 dollar part.

[@diyhvacguy]

I told him about it, but he opted for the new system. There were other issues with this system

[@scotts4125]

One of my employee's (we are auto locksmiths) told me his outdoor unit was making a funny noise. I asked him if he had meter and he was reluctant to check the cap. I asked him to take a pic so I could see which cap he needs and told him the cheapest thing to do without checking is to buy a cap. About 2 hours later it stopped working. I found a local supply open on Sat for him. The guy at the desk is telling him all kinds of nonsense like it's probably the compressor. I told him to just buy a cap. I walked him through connecting the wires and he is happily back up with A/C in the hot So. Fl. heat.

[@AussieHVAC]

You have just kissed goodbye your manufacturer warranty dude, read the instructions manual as it will tell you this . We’ll see who saving thousands when your compressor shits itself due to air being in the system . As a HVAC Tech of 30 + years I do NOT recommend this. Hope you got plenty of money DIY HVAC as your going to need it when you’re ass gets sued when someone dies . Not being negative just stating facts . Can’t be doing that when bang gasses ( R32 ) are on the market 💥

[@homeauthorityllc]

He's a licensed HVAC tech... pay attention.

[@AussieHVAC]

@@homeauthorityllc Thanks mate 👍 Our manufacturer warranties are different, EVERY A/C on the market down here has a full 5 year Parts & Labour , that’s what I’ve been trying to explain as in the US it sounds like you only get parts covered and not the labour hence why no one seems to care over there about voiding warranties.

[@LordSlag]

11:04 "...it gets really hard when it gets really hot." Why yes...yes it DOES. ;D

[@diyhvacguy]

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