What I really appreciate about your videos is that you show the entire process *including* all your fails. Learning from mistakes is always a good way to remember important things. Learning from other people's mistakes is even better - thanks for your sacrifice 😅
Glen, I have been watching your videos for several years and this one by far is your best yet.👍👍👍👍 a major successful undertaking. At 73 years old I have undertook some challenges, but nothing like this. GREAT JOB especially doing it single handed. I have always liked your narration and explanations, as well as sharing your mistakes. A BIG THANK YOU and please keep making your videos.😊😎
As someone who lives in TX and didn't give up on their hvac before it gave up on me (in August no less), I think you made the right move to take care of it now!
Thanks for including the part where you bent up the original lines. It’s such a relatable mistake. 😅 Looking forward to your slab video. Also, I love that you wear the appropriate gear for electricity, sheet metal (sleeves), and even the sun. You’re so humble about your skills and abilities, and willing to share your journey and mistakes. It’s so incredibly refreshing to see it on RUclips. Bravo!
Yep that’s how I approach a large project in sections otherwise I get overwhelmed and the project suffers. Appreciate your tenacity in your approach,I’m learning from you and I appreciate that more than you know. thanks my friend 😊
Amazing effort, the best bit about your videos is how real, transparent, and open you are about the process, successes and failures. Your videos inspired me into DIY and i have definitely grown into it over the years. Ball up top bro!!!
Brother, you have way too many blessings for me to mention! Thank you very much for taking the time to video all of the many steps. May God bless you and yours.
Look into purchasing a surge protector. Install one at the air handler and on at the Condensing unit. Since the condenser(compressor) has inverter technology is very sensitive to the power fluctuation. The blower motor is either a variable speed or a X13 motor, the modules on those motors are very sensitive as well. (brown out, lightening strikes.) If my memories is correct the part number to those surge protector is AG300. Been watching you for years, love the content and this install. Have a nice day.
I’m so impressed! huge undertaking and the job looks very professionally done. Good job not cutting corners (at least according to my knowledge and eyes lol)
Dang man, Good job! I just recently did my own mini-split AC install for my garage, but I cheated by having my friend who is a professional HVAC dude help out. He made me do most of the work, so I learned a ton in the process and woooo boy, walking out in my 72 degree garage when its 100 degrees outside is so satisfying! These heatpumps are ultra efficient, too! While my main central 3.5 Ton HVAC kicks in, it sucks down 4200 watts the entire time it runs, where the garage mini-split unit sips juice to maintain temps, usually average between 400 and 1000 watts.
Thanks! Must have been awesome knowing you could not go wrong with support. I will put a Mini split in the garage next. It's hard to work in there with that heat.
Bringing back memories of my HVAC course I took that turned out to be useless. Without experience, I wasn't able to go out and get experience, no matter how good the grades were from the college.
great video. That's a big big big job. Just as a friendly note. The Nylog sealer is intended to be used on the mating surfaces of the flare fittings. You did a fantastic job.
Great job. You are a inspiration for people like me. I just gained so much confidence from watching that tough hvac install. Please keep doing what you are doing and please keep more videos coming. Thanks for sharing!!
dude, this is amazing. thank you for going into such level of detail. have watched at least a handful of videos on the topic but no others took the extra effort to really show what's going on.
I wish we were neighbors. We could get a lot of cool projects done. We could learn and teach each other some really awesome projects. You always do great creative work!
Brother I too live in S.E. Florida, my friend God Bless you. You know the absolute heat/sweat you went thru to install that unit. Very nice job installing all of that. And it's nice to know you did it & learned how to install an HVAC unit. Take care and Fellow neighbor
My dad has an HVAC business and he's trained guys many times, says it's a headache. I'm going to show him this video, he's gonna be amazed! Great job!!
Well done. One recommendation I have is to seal the duct board joints on the inside of the ductwork. It will shed a lot of fiberglass if you don't and I'm sure you noticed how not healthy that stuff is to breath
I just had a mini split installed here in France, slightly different install but the basics are the same. I've flared many lines in my time and I gotta say they are gorgeous. Great work.
boy this brought back memories it was a lifetime ago that i used to do HVAC for a living, good job overall, where i live things are a bit more different but most of it it's quite the same.
Yeah, that's a big first time job , kudos to you, and by yourself! I usually enjoy the demob part, the alarm is wanting the install to go 100% well. It doesn't often happen that way, but you're still a couple grand ahead on that job, so 2 thumbs up on that 👍👍
Wow! Good job! Been following for a few years now. Never thought I see an AC install here. I’m a bit surprised that a local company didn’t want to partner with you for exposure and be part of the install. I suppose liability was a factor. Regardless, you did a great job! 🎉
I have the same system (3 ton version) on my house I installed this year. Doing it yourself saves you a lot of money if you have patience to do so, it took a lot of work and I learned a lot along the way. When it comes to the 24V thermostat my suggestion is to use the one that comes with the unit as it has all the features to make the unit run properly. It does a good job at keeping a steady temperature in the house. I tried my smart thermostat and it did not work with it no matter how hard I tried and with the suggested configurations from the manual. After doing some digging on the internet I guess smart thermostats are not compatible with Senville units. A regular 24V thermostat works but you lose all the features of variable fan speed and consistent heating and cooling of the home which is the best feature of the unit. I also ran into issues with the heating heat pump making weird sounds when trying to heat the home during cooler temperatures because it seemed to be overworking the compressor. The remote while nice to have is more so geared for mini split units instead of the central ducted version but it still works with it. Also, I don't think the auto feature to switch between heating and cooling is the best on the thermostat that comes with the device which sucks and trying to program the schedules seems to be a bit of a pain in the rear end. Overall the unit is worth every penny and it qualifies for rebate credits on taxes because it's Energy Star rated so if you can install it yourself you save even more. It took me about a month off and on to get it done because of other life stuff but I live in a climate where I worked on it in early to late March and was able to finish right before it got hot outside.
Just found your channel, awesome video. I've done minor hvac diy things and always wondered if i could tackle something like this, you've inspired me. Hats off to you. I would definitely need a second pair of hands though!!
While it appeared to be an overwhelming project to begin with I was pretty sure, given your unfailing attention to detail and typical well thought out processes, that you would choose and install a great functioning and neat looking system. The struggle with the line set was inevitable. The choices of length seemed to be 'conveniently' limited by the distributor. Can you say Cha-ching? Great video!
Great video! This couldn't come at a better time since we bought a house last week. Im planning on installing the same system as you've shown here. (In Greece).
Very clean install. I really like your lineset covers. There is one small detail you'll want to check on. The white foam insulation that comes with the senville linesets visible by your outdoor unit is not UV rated. The sun will trash it after 3-4 years and turn it into mildly corrosive goo. You'll want to either cover it to block UV or replace it with a more UV-resistant foam.
Lol seeing how you handled the knockouts 😅 when in doubt (research) isolate and control to avoid damaging things. Probably didn't need to use a hole saw.
Hello! Could you please do a follow-up video showing how much current (amps) the aircon is pulling at its peak, as well as the supply temperatures? Also, how many minutes does it typically take for the AC to cool to the desired temperature? I think this information would be really helpful. Great installation!
❤❤ great job I would have had a job for you here but I'm still waiting on my tiny house and to see little bit God bless peace be with you much love and respect
Glenn, excellent video and well documented. I like your approach in breaking things down into manageable sections. Just out of curiosity how long were you without AC while doing the install? Hats off to you while having to put up with the heat and humidity.
I have the same system, Mr. Cool 4-5 ton heat pump in the garage ready to be installed. I see you were able to hand-truck the condenser to the pad by yourself. How much of a challenge was that and did you have any one help you loading it on the hand truck? Great video!
I would definitely say the cost saving was justified. I'd say the experience gained was priceless. The video was so long I didn't want to keep extending it by explaining all of that. But you have the cost of the system with materials, I paid less than $500 for both service calls combined. That was all labor and knowing that I had a certified individual double check my work. I got one quote to do the install $2500. The time I spent doing the install I couldn't have made $2,500 so I'll take it as a win. Even if I took longer than a technician. The tech didn't say much about my work, but he said the ductwork looked better than some of the tech he's seen, so I'll take that as a plus.
Great work. I did refrigeration years ago and none of it is fun... I plan on replacing our unit with a similar system as I love how quiet the minisplit (inverter) style compressors are compared to the noisy American style beast compressors that clunk on and off and are noisy when running even the so called quiet ones. Beautiful job on the ductboard.
Yep, the HVAC guy told me I was in the clear and didn't have the ad disconnected. But I took it up on myself to add one just so it's close for convenience. Plus, that breaker box is a pain and hassle to get open.
@DIYCreators I'm really impressed with the job you did. I think if you bought the tools (gauge manifold, hoses, regulator, vac pump, micron gauge, etc.) You could have done the whole thing yourself. I bought the tools and installed 6 mini splits so far, and it's pretty similar. You're more skilled than I am, you could have done it, no problem.
Very cool!! lol..... Great video, as usual.. It's not often DIYers rip out and install their own HVAC systems.. My hat is off to you... Why did you go with Senville? Not that I think anything is wrong with it or other units, I just wonder what made you go with them?? Also, you mentioned being in Florida. I am in Tampa Bay.
Thank you! Replacing my system was on my to-do list. Senville became a topic of conversation, and I took some time to research it and wrap my head around it. I'm always open to trying new technology, and considering my system was so old, it was a no-brainer to give it a go. The way I look at it is, it either works or it doesn't work.
Bravo and congrats to you! But let's be honest, you have to have some background in electrical systems and wiring to pull this off. With inflation killing everyone, we all will be attempting DIY projects like this soon.
This was a major undertaking for someone who has never installed an HVAC. 👏🏼 👏🏼 Hats off to you 👏🏼
Thank you!
My thoughts exactly. Excellent Job!
What I really appreciate about your videos is that you show the entire process *including* all your fails. Learning from mistakes is always a good way to remember important things. Learning from other people's mistakes is even better - thanks for your sacrifice 😅
Glen, I have been watching your videos for several years and this one by far is your best yet.👍👍👍👍 a major successful undertaking. At 73 years old I have undertook some challenges, but nothing like this. GREAT JOB especially doing it single handed. I have always liked your narration and explanations, as well as sharing your mistakes. A BIG THANK YOU and please keep making your videos.😊😎
As someone who lives in TX and didn't give up on their hvac before it gave up on me (in August no less), I think you made the right move to take care of it now!
Yikes, August is a tough month to deal with the heat. So far no regrets.
Thanks for including the part where you bent up the original lines. It’s such a relatable mistake. 😅
Looking forward to your slab video.
Also, I love that you wear the appropriate gear for electricity, sheet metal (sleeves), and even the sun.
You’re so humble about your skills and abilities, and willing to share your journey and mistakes. It’s so incredibly refreshing to see it on RUclips. Bravo!
Yep that’s how I approach a large project in sections otherwise I get overwhelmed and the project suffers. Appreciate your tenacity in your approach,I’m learning from you and I appreciate that more than you know. thanks my friend 😊
Thanks for watching, the way my brain works. It's the only way. Do it in sections.
Amazing effort, the best bit about your videos is how real, transparent, and open you are about the process, successes and failures. Your videos inspired me into DIY and i have definitely grown into it over the years. Ball up top bro!!!
"It was a major undertaking but I was learning something new." This is why I subscribe to this channel!
Brother, you have way too many blessings for me to mention! Thank you very much for taking the time to video all of the many steps. May God bless you and yours.
That would be an intimidating project for many humans, you are brave , and do excellent work. Please post more projects.
Look into purchasing a surge protector. Install one at the air handler and on at the Condensing unit. Since the condenser(compressor) has inverter technology is very sensitive to the power fluctuation. The blower motor is either a variable speed or a X13 motor, the modules on those motors are very sensitive as well. (brown out, lightening strikes.) If my memories is correct the part number to those surge protector is AG300.
Been watching you for years, love the content and this install. Have a nice day.
Thanks, I will get it!
I’m so impressed! huge undertaking and the job looks very professionally done. Good job not cutting corners (at least according to my knowledge and eyes lol)
Wow. You nailed it. That’s a huge job as a first timer. Loved seeing your methodology and hearing your thought process. Great job.
Thank you, and thanks for tuning in.
Dang man, Good job! I just recently did my own mini-split AC install for my garage, but I cheated by having my friend who is a professional HVAC dude help out. He made me do most of the work, so I learned a ton in the process and woooo boy, walking out in my 72 degree garage when its 100 degrees outside is so satisfying! These heatpumps are ultra efficient, too! While my main central 3.5 Ton HVAC kicks in, it sucks down 4200 watts the entire time it runs, where the garage mini-split unit sips juice to maintain temps, usually average between 400 and 1000 watts.
Thanks! Must have been awesome knowing you could not go wrong with support. I will put a Mini split in the garage next. It's hard to work in there with that heat.
Bringing back memories of my HVAC course I took that turned out to be useless. Without experience, I wasn't able to go out and get experience, no matter how good the grades were from the college.
Glen, you nailed those flares bro.
Thanks, failure will push you to learn a thing or two..
@@DIYCreators You have a flare for it.
I appreciate the variety of subjects you cover on your channel.
Keep up the great work. ✊🏾🫡👍🏾
I appreciate that
great video. That's a big big big job. Just as a friendly note. The Nylog sealer is intended to be used on the mating surfaces of the flare fittings. You did a fantastic job.
Great job. You are a inspiration for people like me. I just gained so much confidence from watching that tough hvac install. Please keep doing what you are doing and please keep more videos coming. Thanks for sharing!!
dude, this is amazing. thank you for going into such level of detail. have watched at least a handful of videos on the topic but no others took the extra effort to really show what's going on.
you did an amazing work with the camera as well everything was so sharp and clear!
you did a better job then most HVAC technicians.. hats off to you, great job.
I wish we were neighbors. We could get a lot of cool projects done. We could learn and teach each other some really awesome projects. You always do great creative work!
Right on I wouldn't mind having a neighbor that would be involved like that.
Brother I too live in S.E. Florida, my friend God Bless you. You know the absolute heat/sweat you went thru to install that unit. Very nice job installing all of that. And it's nice to know you did it & learned how to install an HVAC unit. Take care and Fellow neighbor
My dad has an HVAC business and he's trained guys many times, says it's a headache. I'm going to show him this video, he's gonna be amazed! Great job!!
Well done. One recommendation I have is to seal the duct board joints on the inside of the ductwork. It will shed a lot of fiberglass if you don't and I'm sure you noticed how not healthy that stuff is to breath
I just had a mini split installed here in France, slightly different install but the basics are the same. I've flared many lines in my time and I gotta say they are gorgeous. Great work.
Thanks! Doing Flares are a new thing to me lol, I could've saved myself some time and money that I've known before.
boy this brought back memories it was a lifetime ago that i used to do HVAC for a living, good job overall, where i live things are a bit more different but most of it it's quite the same.
Always nice to have a bro you can call when you need a hand.
Oh for sure lol.
Awesome job bruh. You give all of us DIY'ers motivation
Thanks! Thats the goal.
Glen the job you did with the install and making the video was amazing, take a bow my friend 👏👏👏
Yeah, that's a big first time job , kudos to you, and by yourself! I usually enjoy the demob part, the alarm is wanting the install to go 100% well. It doesn't often happen that way, but you're still a couple grand ahead on that job, so 2 thumbs up on that 👍👍
This looks great and I'm sure you've noticed a huge difference. Great job Glen!
Thank you! Yes defiantly
Wow! Good job! Been following for a few years now. Never thought I see an AC install here. I’m a bit surprised that a local company didn’t want to partner with you for exposure and be part of the install. I suppose liability was a factor. Regardless, you did a great job! 🎉
Thanks, in the end I learned a lot and was glad I went this route.
I have the same system (3 ton version) on my house I installed this year. Doing it yourself saves you a lot of money if you have patience to do so, it took a lot of work and I learned a lot along the way. When it comes to the 24V thermostat my suggestion is to use the one that comes with the unit as it has all the features to make the unit run properly. It does a good job at keeping a steady temperature in the house. I tried my smart thermostat and it did not work with it no matter how hard I tried and with the suggested configurations from the manual. After doing some digging on the internet I guess smart thermostats are not compatible with Senville units. A regular 24V thermostat works but you lose all the features of variable fan speed and consistent heating and cooling of the home which is the best feature of the unit. I also ran into issues with the heating heat pump making weird sounds when trying to heat the home during cooler temperatures because it seemed to be overworking the compressor.
The remote while nice to have is more so geared for mini split units instead of the central ducted version but it still works with it. Also, I don't think the auto feature to switch between heating and cooling is the best on the thermostat that comes with the device which sucks and trying to program the schedules seems to be a bit of a pain in the rear end. Overall the unit is worth every penny and it qualifies for rebate credits on taxes because it's Energy Star rated so if you can install it yourself you save even more. It took me about a month off and on to get it done because of other life stuff but I live in a climate where I worked on it in early to late March and was able to finish right before it got hot outside.
A slightly bigger slab......😁👍
Neat job, you did realy well.
Ha, Thanks!
gotta say, you did much better than professionals!!
Thanks!
Just found your channel, awesome video. I've done minor hvac diy things and always wondered if i could tackle something like this, you've inspired me. Hats off to you. I would definitely need a second pair of hands though!!
While it appeared to be an overwhelming project to begin with I was pretty sure, given your unfailing attention to detail and typical well thought out processes, that you would choose and install a great functioning and neat looking system. The struggle with the line set was inevitable. The choices of length seemed to be 'conveniently' limited by the distributor. Can you say Cha-ching?
Great video!
Glen, you are Rockin it again! Appreciate your attitude, you inspire!
Thank you. Sometimes we gotta be a little uncomfortable to grow.
Thank you for your valuable information,your act was professional also filming was amazing
GOOD LUCK
Glen, nice to have you back. Great job.
You are talented person. You can do anything. Keep it up. Good luck
Thanks! Im not afraid to fail.
waw
great job sir, im currently doing things on my own, these guys out here today are savage. doing my own work now and happy with my mistakes
I guess the HVAC mob hasn't found this one yet. Bravo for undertaking this!
Damn, that is a great job for your first one. I liked your video production and voiceovers.
Great video! This couldn't come at a better time since we bought a house last week. Im planning on installing the same system as you've shown here. (In Greece).
Thanks and thats! Awesome
Very clean install. I really like your lineset covers. There is one small detail you'll want to check on. The white foam insulation that comes with the senville linesets visible by your outdoor unit is not UV rated. The sun will trash it after 3-4 years and turn it into mildly corrosive goo. You'll want to either cover it to block UV or replace it with a more UV-resistant foam.
Glen! You are so smart you can figure out how to do anything!
Thank you I appreciate the kind words!
awesome that you tackled this on your own!! +5 on the groovy factor!
Thanks 😀
Always good to see you back. Awesome install!
Thanks for sharing with us--
You bet
I would have loved to work beside you installing this I wouldve taken the job!
Very nice job 👏. Once you're determined, you can do anything is possible.
Glen is all rounder ❤ love from India
This guy installed better than most HVAC companies would
Lol seeing how you handled the knockouts 😅 when in doubt (research) isolate and control to avoid damaging things. Probably didn't need to use a hole saw.
Amazing install. Looks way better than mine that was done by HVAC certified pros.
Thank you 😅
Hello! Could you please do a follow-up video showing how much current (amps) the aircon is pulling at its peak, as well as the supply temperatures? Also, how many minutes does it typically take for the AC to cool to the desired temperature? I think this information would be really helpful. Great installation!
"As a kid I was pretty good at pulling things apart".... Yep, that was me too. 😂
🤣 that's what we get for being curious
Great job 🎉 always enjoy your channel 👍
Thanks 😀
This man is a genius. Do you walk on water too?
Great job Bro. Safety glasses and gloves are your friends. 😉
really glad to have you back..
Thank you for the Video, was interesting to see an HVAC installation! You made a top job!
Thank you :)!
Amazing job truly better than most ac companies that dont care about their work! I do hvac for a living loved this!
Nice work, says the geko inspector, at 27:07 😆
Haha yep
I am proud of you! Great job.
❤❤ great job I would have had a job for you here but I'm still waiting on my tiny house and to see little bit God bless peace be with you much love and respect
Thank you, haha I haven't forgot about that tiny house. You'll see a little bit soon in an upcoming video.
@@DIYCreators God bless your heart ❣️ thank you angel doobie in Tampa Florida
Great video, i always learn something, you are a great problem solver!
Great video! Very helpful information.
Thank you!
Hey Glen, the sealant should be put on the face of the flares that come in contact with each other not the treads or the back of the flares.
Thanks for the heads up!
Glenn, excellent video and well documented. I like your approach in breaking things down into manageable sections. Just out of curiosity how long were you without AC while doing the install? Hats off to you while having to put up with the heat and humidity.
Very methodical work
Thanks for tuning in!
Great job Glen. I’d be too chicken to try this in my own. 😂😂😂
🤣🤣 It's definitely aggressive. Once you commit you have to finish
Great video. Good job and nice work. It is beautiful installed
Excellent work.
Thank you
That's awesome, great work!
Thanks 😀
I learned so much, thank you. 🙏
You are welcome!
First time viewer excellent show did a fine job
Thank you very much!
You do really nice work. I wish you were my neighbor!
he has returned!
Excellent video! well done Sir.
Great work 👍🏽👍🏽
Thank you 🙌
I have the same system, Mr. Cool 4-5 ton heat pump in the garage ready to be installed. I see you were able to hand-truck the condenser to the pad by yourself. How much of a challenge was that and did you have any one help you loading it on the hand truck? Great video!
Great looking job!
Thanks!
Awesome Video.. Amazing work...A+
Thanks I appreciate it.
Having done this install yourself what’s your opinion on pros and cons? Is the cost savings justified?
I bet the HVAC guys were impressed!
I would definitely say the cost saving was justified. I'd say the experience gained was priceless. The video was so long I didn't want to keep extending it by explaining all of that. But you have the cost of the system with materials, I paid less than $500 for both service calls combined. That was all labor and knowing that I had a certified individual double check my work.
I got one quote to do the install $2500. The time I spent doing the install I couldn't have made $2,500 so I'll take it as a win. Even if I took longer than a technician.
The tech didn't say much about my work, but he said the ductwork looked better than some of the tech he's seen, so I'll take that as a plus.
Great work. I did refrigeration years ago and none of it is fun... I plan on replacing our unit with a similar system as I love how quiet the minisplit (inverter) style compressors are compared to the noisy American style beast compressors that clunk on and off and are noisy when running even the so called quiet ones.
Beautiful job on the ductboard.
Thank you! Oh yes, this system is quieter
Very impressive.
Thank you!
Good video. Did you not need a filter drier for this equipment?
nice work again!
Appreciate that
If your breaker was in line of sight of the unit, I'm pretty sure that satisfies code.
Yep, the HVAC guy told me I was in the clear and didn't have the ad disconnected. But I took it up on myself to add one just so it's close for convenience. Plus, that breaker box is a pain and hassle to get open.
@DIYCreators I'm really impressed with the job you did. I think if you bought the tools (gauge manifold, hoses, regulator, vac pump, micron gauge, etc.) You could have done the whole thing yourself.
I bought the tools and installed 6 mini splits so far, and it's pretty similar. You're more skilled than I am, you could have done it, no problem.
I think he was more concerned about the certification of the installation than the overall savings. Really great job!
Amazing job!!!!
Thank you!!
Man! You don't mess around!!!!!!!
Ha, thanks for dropping by!
Nice job my guy 👍🏾
Thanks!
Very cool!! lol..... Great video, as usual.. It's not often DIYers rip out and install their own HVAC systems.. My hat is off to you... Why did you go with Senville? Not that I think anything is wrong with it or other units, I just wonder what made you go with them?? Also, you mentioned being in Florida. I am in Tampa Bay.
Thank you! Replacing my system was on my to-do list. Senville became a topic of conversation, and I took some time to research it and wrap my head around it. I'm always open to trying new technology, and considering my system was so old, it was a no-brainer to give it a go. The way I look at it is, it either works or it doesn't work.
Fyi, there is a mud we used to cover the tape that you should get. This will stop the tape from drying out in the future
Bravo and congrats to you! But let's be honest, you have to have some background in electrical systems and wiring to pull this off.
With inflation killing everyone, we all will be attempting DIY projects like this soon.
you did an amazing job buddy, Peace out ✌🏽
Thanks. Very nice work.