Replacement of air-conditioners myself
Replacement of air-conditioners myself
Has anyone purchased and fitted an air-conditioner (normal split system) and installed the piping, then got the engineer to gas it etc? Any pitfalls? What tools are needed to cut and attach the piping? Thanks
Re: Replacement of air-conditioners myself
Sorry, if you have to ask that, then better you do not do it! Shop around and you will find somebody that includes installation.
Split systems usually come with the condenser half pre-charged with liquid under pressure, so open the wrong valve and you lose it. For the piping you need a minimum of a bending tool and a flaring tool. Then, depending on the house structure, an electric drill with masonry bits.
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Re: Replacement of air-conditioners myself
I agree with Nereus about getting them installed by somebody who does it for a living - a guy who has been recommended on this forum many times - Mr Too (0813537587) will do you a good job and won’t charge a fortune.
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Re: Replacement of air-conditioners myself
Ditto......installation is always free. You don't want a leak in the system.
If charging for installation, you're being scammed. Wouldn't buy from a vendor who doesn't supply. The cost of tools and gauges to do a proper job, far outweigh the savings of DIY vs the built in price for installation.
If charging for installation, you're being scammed. Wouldn't buy from a vendor who doesn't supply. The cost of tools and gauges to do a proper job, far outweigh the savings of DIY vs the built in price for installation.