{"id":1668,"date":"2023-04-03T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-03T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.robbinsheating.com\/blog\/?p=1668"},"modified":"2023-03-31T14:32:19","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T18:32:19","slug":"why-shouldnt-install-air-conditioner-yourself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robbinsheating.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/why-shouldnt-install-air-conditioner-yourself\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Shouldn\u2019t Install Your Air Conditioner Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019ve ever searched for a tutorial on YouTube, you\u2019ve probably found at least one video on the subject you were looking for. It seems like there\u2019s a video for just about anything you want to learn how to do. When you combine the accessibility of YouTube videos with the fact that so many people are visual learners, it\u2019s easy to see why it\u2019s become so popular for DIYers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are some things you should never make a DIY attempt at, even if it seems like you\u2019ve found a helpful tutorial. One of these is the installation of HVAC systems. Not only is it potentially dangerous, but you also run the risk of damaging the expensive system you just spent a hefty chunk of change on. Here are reasons you shouldn\u2019t attempt a DIY AC installation in Colorado Springs<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It Could Void the Warranty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If the new air conditioner you spent a pretty penny on also includes a warranty, you should know that there are almost always stipulations that must be met to keep the warranty intact. One of these conditions is that it must be installed by a licensed, professional HVAC technician. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

AC manufacturers forearm themselves with these required conditions. That\u2019s because DIY jobs or installations done by amateurs so often result in an improper installation job. Don\u2019t risk voiding your warranty by not having the system properly installed. You\u2019ll be missing out on benefits such as covered AC repairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Could Be Dangerous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a reason why any legitimate HVAC contractor is licensed by the state and insured. It\u2019s because they\u2019ve applied for a license and met the stipulations to earn a business license. When you hire a professional, you can rest assured that your installation will be safe and risk-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A DIY job could expose your home and family to serious injuries when it\u2019s not installed correctly. That\u2019s because an air conditioner installation involves electricity and chemicals that if handled improperly, can both prove fatal. Attempts at wiring could lead to your accidental electrocution. The same is true of the chemicals used in HVAC systems which are dangerous when improperly handled by untrained individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Won\u2019t Operate Efficiently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s imagine the unlikely scenario where you\u2019ve managed to install your air conditioner so that it works okay. You\u2019ll soon find out that it doesn\u2019t work nearly as efficiently as it would if a professional had installed it. There are a lot of factors we take into consideration when installing an AC to ensure peak performance and efficiency. A poorly installed AC will make your home uncomfortable, cause premature wear and tear, and increase your cooling costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019ll Cost You More Money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any money that you \u201csave\u201d by installing your AC yourself will be spent on repairs and worst-case scenarios, needing to buy another AC because it\u2019s been damaged beyond repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The financial risk falls on you which means that you\u2019re the one who\u2019ll have to pay for repairs or when something goes wrong. This isn\u2019t the case if you hire an HVAC professional to handle your AC installation. Any mistake made by an HVAC professional won\u2019t cost you a dime because they\u2019re licensed and insured. The same won\u2019t be true of a DIY job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning serves Colorado Springs and the surrounding area. <\/strong>Contact us today to schedule AC installation.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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