I saved $4,200 installing a mini split AC myself
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Leah, you're also an inspiration to middle aged men who consider themselves fairly handy around the house but sometimes get intimidated by the scope of some projects. Your breaking things down into digestible bits of information and showing how simple and common sense more things are often give me the little nudge I may have needed to try doing something my self rather than paying a pro to do it. Thanks for all you do and enjoy your nice cool ac!
She is a great instructor.
Fantastic 😊
Just keep them on hand and tip well so they pick up the phone at midnight when it all goes right to hell...50 bucks is worth it if they show up on time, let you know what's going on and you can trust them.
❤ ditto
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I say it all the time, I wish I had an awesome person in my life like you when I was growing up. This channel should have 20 million subs.
Thank you
I agree she’s amazing
Same here. 5 years ago, I tried to get an HVAC contractor to replace an old mini split heat pump. The only one who agreed to do it wanted $8000. I bought one online (Dual Zone 18000 BTU with 9000 and 12000 BTU wall-mounted air handlers) for $1500. I bought about 1000 dollars worth of HVAC tools. I had a few minor hiccoughs along the way, but the unit is still running fine. Owning the tools, I continue to save by maintaining it myself.
Nice !!!!
Me too. Mine was smaller and I spent less on tools. I'm super happy with the way it worked out. HVAC is another one of those scams where the labor just kills you. Some of the smaller mini-splits are made to be installed without highly specialized tools like vacuum pumps.
@@incognitotorpedo42 The prior unit used R11 refrigerant instead of R410a, so I had to buy a flush kit to clean out the old R11. The new unit was pre-charged, but my line set was long enough to require the adding of more refrigerant. So, vacuum pump, nitrogen tanks, HVAC Gauges, refrigerant scale, HVAC Manifold for R410A, connectors/adaptors, etc. Thank God for RUclips.
why do they want you to pay a fortune?!
you pay 150 dollars (3000 zar) to install or deinstall an ac.
In my country, you can pay someone to do that with just only like US$20-40. Just the labor only. I lived in Indonesia
I am a contractor, and I am ashamed to admit I was instantly skeptical when I started watching this video. But after watching, I am very impressed with your work and your explanation. Well done, hats off to you.
You are an inspiration to all of us "chronologically-enhanced" women who still want to save money by doing projects ourselves. Thank you for posting.
Thank you for "chronologically-enhanced!!"
At the very least, you provide us with the information to be able to know what the project entails so that we can tell when a contractor tries to take advantage of all of us chronologically enhanced people.
Ok that’s gonna replace Supra-numerated as my current state.
❤💪🏼👍
You are one baddie! I love your videos
Ah, Leah, you are gold!
The way you explain things, taking your time, anyone can learn and understand what you are explaining.
You're a gem.
I hope your tutorials are forever on RUclips.
We need you.
refrigeration & air conditioning Mechanic here , good on you, but just a handy tip for you all, hang the head first, by mounting the bracket and then cutting your hole and running the lines out , doing the rest outside allows number 1 being able to leak check your connections ( as you tapped them before they were in there final resting spot, this can cause little movements as well you never know how good of a connection you have until you do a standing pressure test of 400-500 lbs, you did a vaccum lock thats not equal to a pressure Lock 500lbs is alot more than negative pressure of that degreedo a pressure test, lock the pressure in and if it drops youve got a leak, then you gotta find it and if it happens to be tapped it will add more work, just a tip the leak test you did in the video you forgot the ones that were tapped and the leak test should again be done before allowing gas in, or youll lose your gas., additionally you want the unit next to the wall and out of the way to restrict how much wind pressure you get on your fan as wind back winds will harm the motor, and you also want you outdoor unit raised at least 3 inchs this helps prevent mice and such from getting in ( ALSO WEAR GLOVES PLEASE ) if not you will get bad burns and blisters from bursts, refrigerant is not a joke be careful everyone.
This lady deserves her own TV program on how to videos not just RUclips. She is very thorough in explaining things and makes things look manageable for us simple folks.
Yes I agree!!!! Very clear and easy to understand instructions 🔨
My 15 yr old daughter is doing welding and apprenticing HVAC installs and repairs. She cuts or extends the lines brazing and reflares the ends and uses Nylog on the flares. Then she vaccums the line sets down and does positive and negitive pressure checks.
Good for her!❤
Wonderful! Always nice to hear these sort of stories involving young people
It's a good trade to get into..
yup. generally want to avoid brazing mini splits tho. torquing the flares to the right spec, having a good vacuum below 500 microns, and making sure the minimum and maximum length of the linesets are within the manufactures set point will make the unit last as long as possible. a bad install will mess up the unit forever lol. also throw a surge protector on it, surges in electricity will fry the board.
@@danieljacquez2582 braze the extensions of the line sets. Many people turning shipping containers into cool, but secret things.
You’re in your 60s?!
I followed you 3 years ago now when I needed to frame a wall for a new cabin, by myself. Thank you for this channel, it really does make a difference to see other women getting things done! ❤️
You are so welcome!
I am truly amazed!!! Korte quoted $17,000 to $18,000 to have 4 of these into our small home. I quickly declined. Now I do have a choice to do it myself or just use window air conditioner. Thanks sooo much gurl for having us along to learn! God bless!
Oh wow!
If it's a multi-zone system(meaning there's only 1 compressor unit outside) then that's a bargain and you should probably jump on that. No joke. Those are a lot harder to install than you would ever think, especially if you ever need to install one of your indoor units on an interior wall(meaning a wall that if you drilled through it would NOT lead to the outside).
@@ehrichweiss ty very much for helping us here. It makes sense. God bless❣️
Hello how are you Mrs thats really awesome and the video was great but you didn't do all the steps for the electrical part because I never done something electric except replacing the old outlet but installing a bracket kinda scared me to do this 😅 you are awesome Mrs 👌 👏 👍
My dad paid big $ to hav one installed, the plastic flexes I guess n makes noise-- will iritate when tryn to sleep, unit has mold on it now, aaaaaand even Hvac guys can't figure out remote,throws breaker all the time----- all that for thousands--- no thanks
As a tip for anybody watching this and as a professional that installs/repairs HVAC equipment, a word of caution. At the 15:00 minute mark, she mentions to remove the refrigerant gauge after letting it sit steady for 5minutes or so, after vacating the lines. And while that's good practice, the better thing to do is to release the "gas and liquid" valves with the allen wrenches WHILE THE GAUGE IS STILL ATTACHED to not counteract the evacuation/vacating the lines.
So happy to see you are close to 1 million subscribers! If I could subscribe 30,000 more times, I would! You are so good at teaching in a thorough but non intimidating way.
Thank you
You are especially skilled at your craft but what's even better is your knack for breaking things down. Thank you, Leah.
Thank you for teaching me that I CAN do it!
You can do it!
Jane is an amazing teacher, I’ve been following her channel for years. 👍
I love it, “I’m a women in my 60’s, fellas come on!! “
Reasons why I love you tube!
Leah, you are an inspiration. So many repairs can be done with patience and help from instruction videos. With every completed job my confidence grows!
I love it! As a woman in my sixties as well I could do everything but the electrical.
You can still save and not do the electrical
Leah, you’re an EXCELLENT teacher, def one of the best diy/educational channels on RUclips. Thanks!
After watching other videos about installing a mini split I was still baffled.Leah I have to say after watching your video im pretty damn sure I can do this no problem now.Thank you for showing the average person how easy it actually is.
It makes me so happy seeing content like this. People just figuring shit out themselves and helping others fill in the gaps. Get it Leah!
First of all, you rock! As a woman your age who has already self-contracted the building of one house, and is getting ready to build another one in coming months, I greatly appreciate this video and other similar ones. I wish I'd had you to guide me when I was first learning some of these things! Products are constantly changing and evolving, and I intend to use mini-splits this time around, so this video is especially useful. My mantra has always been "if another average person can install/do that, I probably can, too!" Now, it's if Leah can do it, I can do it! It's amazing how many skills one can acquire by paying attention to how it's done, doing things thoughtfully and carefully, and not being afraid to try new things.
Leah, that has to be by far the best DIY video I have seen. Just wanted to say I appreciate the positive, encouraging way you are with your viewers. Thank you for giving me the confidence to tackle these types of projects around our house.
Wow, thank you!
@@seejanedrillit’s true! I really enjoy watching your videos!
I love watching your videos even if I'm not doing the same project. Not only do we learn tips like with the hole saw- but quality simple instruction makes us familiar and lessens the fear factor when the big stuff does come up.
You're my favorite DIY educator and you've knocked another one out of the park.
I appreciate that!
How did you know this is going to be my next project! You made this easier than the instructions! Great video!😊
Glad I could help!
I love this. 60 years old!! I’m 26 , considering on doing side work installing these for people who don’t want to do it theirselves and I was worried if I couldn’t do it. You changed my mindset
What about her beeing 60?
It's all easy until you get an install where the exterior wall is solid concrete, and there's no electrical feed in sight.
Don't do it
Even if I don't need something done, I like to watch your videos. I take good notes when I get an estimate for work. Sometimes we can do it ourselves. Two service people gave me quotes of $1,700 and up for a dehumidification system for my basement. The unit would take care of up to 100 gallons per day. He would not touch the existing sump pump. The sump pump person said I would need a marine grade battery that would cost $450-$500 (in addition to the cost of the dehumidification system). At Lowe's I found a 100 gallon/day dehumidifier for $500 and at The Home Depot I found the battery for the sump pump for $130. Done by me and my husband for under $700. Don't worry. The remaining money went towards other repairs. LOL!
Nice! Way to go!
If Leah can do it, so can YOU!! Leah shows us how to get it done! Always with her confident and patient style!! You rock Leah!! Congratulations on making your workshop comfortable and sharing how proudly you did yourself!! Always look forward to your inspirational videos!! Remember folks as Leah has shown, safety first!! Read and follow all instructions first! Plan for the installation include a plan to ask for help along the way and you can do it too!!❤
Mini splits are the Godsend of the HVAC world. I loved watching Leah work her install magic.
Why do I get so excited when I see a new SeeJaneDrill video?? 👍
This is like the Mr Rogers version for DIYers. I’ve been watching since my 20s I’m 36, it always felt like an older family member taking the time and patience to show you how to go about getting the job done with a few tricks here and there.
My boss at my old company never really trained us to well on mini-splits specifically, or rather didn't know himself the proper methods to install. Not seeing the whole process, I'd guess those flare joints are likely to leak. You need to put Nylog on all sides of both flairs, then THE BIGGEST STEP you tighten by hand to the point needed, then you back off the nut by reversing a quarter or half turn, which allows the sides to kind of re-align. Especially without nylog you can have slight misalignment, but the friction from the tightened surfaces prevents true alignment. There's a couple other critical steps where just because the machine works for a bit doesn't mean the project was done correctly. Many others have likely done successfully this, but I've personally been out to two homeowner installs where the whole system needed to be scrapped within two years. Kind of a tough call, I respect the effort.
You rock! I had one installed at it took all day between 2 guys
Really
Outstanding job installing your mini split. I also installed my mini split 4 years ago at the age of 61. I also had to by the $12 adaptor for my gages.
Temp here was 86 and my mini split kept us nice and cool.
Plus it's QUIET. Fans and window units are NOT.
Thank you for sharing. I've been debating whether to tackle this myself or try to find someone else to do it. The trouble with getting someone else is that more often than not they do a subpar job and then I have to fix it myself.
That's always the issue. Which is why I'll be installing one myself in our garage here shortly too. Been watching tons of videos and taking notes to make sure I've got it covered. This video was great.
You are such an inspiration to DIY'ers. I had one installed a few months back. Wish I had seen this earlier.
I'm sitting in the shade on a Friday afternoon watching your video learning a ton and enjoying myself🧡 but I have no intention of needing to put in a unit like this! You are such a good teacher to draw me in! Thanks for all you do!
Others here have said it many different ways but I wanted add my 2 cents....it was a pleasure listening to your instructions that were not just clear and organized but thorough and concise. You represent the best of those involved in "teaching" any subject. Keep up the good work!
A 60 year old woman has the best, most clearly explained mini split install video on RUclips.
Great job installing the unit! Next time you might want to slowly open the service ports while your gauges are still on after the vacuum. When you get enough pressure in the lines then take off the gauges. That way you will be sure there is no air in the system.
Well, Leah….you’re a professional, for one 😉. Love your videos, thank you for sharing!
This inspires one to become a specialist installer for just these units. I love it ❤
Im from India. Nice to see you installing your own AC and also encouraging many people to do the same. I installed my mini split ac 20 days back. It actually gives me a peace of mind. Usually installation folks arent well trained here or they just dont care. they never handle or install them properly. I have seen many cases where the ac will die within a month or so due to gas leak or electrical malfunction.
While we do it ourselves it , we take the utmost care and also we can be sure we have done everything correctly. It took me only 5 hours in total to install my system. Out of which 2.5 hours was for waiting to see if there are any leaks. I didnt have a vacuum machine so i did the simple refrigerant purging method.
If you buy the necessary tools like a drill machine , wrenches, screwdrivers,pliers etc with the money you will be spending for installation, you will still save some money and have those tools for your future works.
You are incredible 😍 I'm past 70 🤦 but I still enjoy doing repairs around my house. I need to install a unit like this but thought I would need my son to do it but not now. I can do it myself 😁 thanks for the great directions 😊
You saved $4,200.00 installing it yourself WOW 👌 👏 😍. Like you Jane.....
I'm glad you did the manifold gauge right many people instruct to use the high pressure side, my vacuum I got from Amazon fully pulled in 30 seconds.. I plan on getting adapters and making a vacuum pressing bag from it. I heard the line sets have more pressure than a compressor so I torqued mine and did nylog oil gasket on the mating flairs many RUclips videos use nylog wrong. Doing the leak test in my manual was very different from all RUclips videos. I watched probably 50 videos and compared them to my manual not being able to find one video that matched my manual which I wanted to follow because if I'm voiding my warranty I want to make sure I'm not causing a future problem, measure those companies charge $200-1000/hr here it's a1 year course here and there's possibilities to make $1000/hr sounds pretty good to me.
Wow😮
i get so intimidated doing home and car repairs cuz i've had things go horribly almost fatally wrong. but you bring me comfort in wanting to try stuff like this more, thanks!
Well, I' glad to see that TOSOT was smart enough to grab hold of this video. Leah, this is a FANTASTIC how-to video for this. Step- by -step. Great descriptions of all steps and great camera shots of everything as well. Thanks SO Much!!!
I am so inspired by you; but I would have to be your apprentice w you by my side to get this done. Too many things go "boing' and break on me - every time! Ty for the video -- I have learned a great deal from you and have successfully done a few things. replaced my dead bolt in front door when it just fell right out of the door! may not seem like a lot, but I'm a widow & stood there feeling so helpless w no one to turn to! Replacing it was a major thing to me!😊❤
You did it!
I do hvac, I just wanted to say for a non hvac trades person you did things way better the most folks I see put these in, I would classify it under the old school method. the fact you even vacuumed the unit is awesome and will help it last far longer. Are there some more steps and different gauge reading I would of done like micron or cut the line down and re flared. Definitely. I have also done what you have done in a pinch. Solid install and I hope people looking to install DIY find you you took a few extra steps that make a huge difference. On a side note you remind me of my mom she taught me to use tools fix things and never be afraid to just try it and learn from my mistakes. Instead of toy stores we spent our time oogling tools at sears or a garden center. Keep up the awesomeness !!
You must have saved yourself tens of thousands over the years. I've been inspired and learnt a lot from you.
Thank you for sharing this! I've been considering a mini split solution for a while but wasn't sure about all of the steps. The details and info you shared really helped clear up the uncertainties I had.
Awesome video. I don't even need to install a mini split, but I enjoyed watching. 😄 I love these videos. You're awesome!!
It makes me so happy to see a lady that's not afraid to work with her hands. I feel that a lot of women feel incapable of doing things like this because society keeps them down. You are an inspiration
I fixed my own AC three years ago using youtube. Still working fine. I saved several thousand dollars. I am 72 year old retired widow. DIY rules!
Go Leah! You've been such an inspiration to me as I learn to use tools and fix systems, keep the great attitude and content coming, thank you!
Thank you! Will do!
Leah I've seen many brands advertised across the internet and I would weigh heavily into purchasing the brand you chose. Your making my decision much easier. Can I humbly make a suggestion? Could you do a tutorial on the evac and charge process for people that are not familiar? I am a retired HVAC tech and can see where people might get nervous getting it done. I installed " Sanyo splits" in the 90's before they were well known to the public. Homeowner install versions are awesome
Thank you for your suggestion
I love your confidence and how much you strive to impart that into us! You are a true Queen!!
You have been randomly popping up in suggested videos for what seems like 10+ years and never fail to make me smile. I wish you were my Mimi
You are such an inspiration!
You are amazing and a huge inspiration! Thank you for yet another awesome instructional.
You are my soul mate! Just sent this vid to my wife so she is not afraid to do this while I am out of the country for 6 months. She will listen to you..... Thanks a million!
when I saw woman over 60 installs mini split I was impressed, then I saw it was seejanedrill, and I knew it was probably in house that she felled, and milled the lumber for, and then built the house over the weekend, so she would have someplace to install the mini split, I have learned so much from her videos, and she never fails to impress me.
Dave, your comment really had me chuckling Thanks!
Very, very well explained Jane. Thank you very much. Win Win for me.😮😮😮😮
👍 never really understood that a mini-split is just a one-room version of a house air conditioner. I guess the cost of the pump and fitting should be considered in deciding whether to DIY.
You presented this DIY in the best possible way. More people should take a look at your presentations and incorporate it into their presentations.
I always feel more capable and confident when I watch your videos. Thanks!
If it weren't for my anxiety of all my neighbours watching an over sixty woman tackling all her own projects.....need to get beyond it and follow your example Leah
I second that!!
Wow, you are amazing! You are the best “I Can Do It” myself on the internet!!!! Love you gal😊
Wow, that looks easier than I thought, I saw mini air conditioner install on This Old House. But what they did looked complicated. Thank you for showing me " I can do this". By the way I am 70 years old, I founded you on You Tube over a year ago because I wanted to learned how to maintain my house on a budget. I have such confidence now thanks to you. Thank you, thank you so much.
You are a constant source of inspiration!
Good to see you back , hope you are doing ok ? Love and peace to you and yours
Thank you
I have been looking at videos of how to install mini splits for a year and this is the best I have seen! You actually show alllll the steps. It gives me confidence to do it at my house now. Thanks so much!! ❤
Please make more how to videos like this. You do a great job explaining the whole process. I wasn’t sure I wanted to tackle installing a mini split. But you make it so simple. Great job!
Is there anything this amazing woman can't do?
You're very kind
Leah is the best. So good at explaining the process. Clear concise and to the point.
I am pretty sure you taught me how to caulk my bathtub 10 years ago. Glad to see you still making videos!
Your videos are always so instructive, but what I appreciate most about your videos is how you make "difficult to me tasks" more palatable and easy to understand! In turn, easier to approach! THANK YOU!
Found your videos several years ago. It was a pleasure to see you are still at it!
Way to go!
Been watching for years. Every time I think I have most things figured out, you throw me a better way to get it done. Love ya!
Leah TOSOT should be thanking you immensly for this how to. Thank you for your inspiration!
Leah I turn 60 this year.. thank you for your inspiration. I can do it too.
You can do it!
Leah, I’m 38 and I think I’ve been watching your videos for 6 plus years. I’ve come a long way, I’m going to build my own house one day. You always give great motivation to do a task. You do a great job at explaining, I’m a visual learner. It’s nice to see what you are explaining.
Love her videos. Super informative and simplifies everything. I have been researching this install on a Tosot and was excited to see she did a video.
I always love watching your videos when they pop up in my feed.
You are awesome. I've sent this to my entire family in NJ and CA. I'm in NY. Thank you for breaking the ice on this topic!
Your content is some of the most helpful on RUclips and always on time. I just ordered a mini split, and then you realeased this tutorial. Thank you for all the help and tricks over the years
That was one of the best RUclips install videos I’ve seen, and since 2005 (when I joined), I’ve probably seen over a million. Your narration explained everything in detail. You’ve earned a subscriber! Keep it up..with install videos of this caliber, you’ll be at 100k+ subscribers in no time! 😎
I am so excited to see that you have a video on installing a mini split! I just started the video, but I know how thorough you are with your instructions. I've been toying around doing this, but most how-to's start with assuming you know more than I do. THANK YOU!
You've helped me through many projects. Just adding a comment and a like for the channel, and to say thank you for all your help!
The pleasure is all mine
You are amazing, Leah! Congrats on your install.
Oh my gosh, Leah! I've been on YT for 15 years and your channel just came up on my feed -- BEST DIY EVER. Thank you
10 yrs ago this was the only AC we had in the Middle East. When I got back to the states and had to have a handicap accessible cottage made for my sister, I immediately thought of a split unit. Hers has run for TEN YEARS! Great investment! I will replace it for her birthday just to get ahead of it in case it does start to deteriorate. You are AWESOME!!!!
Always enjoy seeing you're videos. Adds immensely to my do it yourselfknowledge and skills.
Leah you always Rock! While an install like this will always present surprises, hopefully small, along the way, you hit all the bases and showed that this aint soo hard. Five or so years ago we paid a pro team to install 5 heads in the house and 2 condensers outside. They ran the lines through the attic. Great system, and pricey! If I need more at this house or somewhere else you can be sure I'll remember your demo, and do it myself. Many Thanks!!
I LOVE YOU! I'm 65; have a cleaning restoration business. I've followed your tips! Thank you! Now this video. Thanks again!
I have been enjoying your channel for a few years
your videos are outstanding
you have a genuine passion and talent!
Thank you very much!
Always a pleasure to hear your enthusiasm and attention to detail!
Keep up to good work!!!
I don’t want this to be taken as a rude or degrading comment but I congratulate you for having the knowledge and being able to do stuff like this at 60yrs old wow. This was a great video. I never expected to turn on RUclips and see a 60 year old doing this. Keep up the amazing work.