I saved $4,200 installing a mini split AC myself

Leah of See Jane Drill demonstrate step by step how to install a TOSOT mini split AC yourself and save on the costs associated with installation.

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[WILSON.]

A 60 year old woman has the best, most clearly explained mini split install video on YouTube.

[matthewfarwell]

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.

[BruceLyeg]

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!

[Mrmetalbrigade]

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.

[Sooz]

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.

[abemontes]

This lady deserves her own TV program on how to videos not just YouTube. She is very thorough in explaining things and makes things look manageable for us simple folks.

[arnoldsolof]

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.

[brwndot]

You are especially skilled at your craft but what's even better is your knack for breaking things down. Thank you, Leah.

[unessential]

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.

[MyRumplestiltskin]

I’m 67 and I just installed 3 mini splits on my house and I even cut the line set and flared it so I wouldn’t have any excess left over. I got rid of my central heat and air because the line set was leaking Freon and they wanted around $1800 to fix it. Amazing what you can learn on YouTube.

[begoodbebetterbeblessedix]

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!

[Mike-]

HVAC contractor wanted $4000 to install a 9k btu in my garage. I bought one off amazon for $468. He called back after I installed it said it will fail on me it was a Junker. I told him I could replace it 8 times before I would break even with his price.

[halledwardb]

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.

[cinder]

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 YouTube.
We need you.

[dynamiscr]

Leah, you’re an EXCELLENT teacher, def one of the best diy/educational channels on YouTube. Thanks!

[MH-pwvy]

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.

[Tiffany-]

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! ❤️

[YankeeinSC]

I watched about 10 vids before installing my system last night and this morning. Having made a few highly viewed instructional videos myself, Leah here has put out about the most comprehensive & least painful how to/DIY vid on YouTube. Thanks SeeJaneDrill.

[NNITRED]

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.

[johnellis]

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!