installing my own ac

[GREASER]

So after recieving quotes of 5000.00 to install a 1300.oo ac, I have decided to do it myself.. everyone that quoted me said they had to pull a permit (city of Hton)..but as a homeowner can I do it myself?? I searched city site, but saw nothing. I mean you can install a window unit, so why would you need one for external (this is a package unit)? Any adivice or anyone know about the "permits", or is just something to do on the weekend and not tell anyone?

[Dan the Man]

If you have enough knowledge in refrigeration, installing your own A/C is definitely something you can secretly do yourself. The hardest part will be getting the air handler, codensing unit, and refrigerant. I know you have to have an HVAC license to purchase refrigerant, and I think this also applies to purchasing the air handler and condensing unit.

[GREASER]

well like I said this is a package unit..its all in one, so there is no charging and I know alot about electrical and a/c...the deal now is buy it out of state and its shipped from Houston to you...thats how you get around the license problem..I often bop into a/c stores for parts with work logo and shirt and get whatever I want.

[musicman]

So after recieving quotes of 5000.00 to install a 1300.oo ac, I have decided to do it myself.. everyone that quoted me said they had to pull a permit (city of Hton)..but as a homeowner can I do it myself?? I searched city site, but saw nothing. I mean you can install a window unit, so why would you need one for external (this is a package unit)? Any adivice or anyone know about the "permits", or is just something to do on the weekend and not tell anyone?

They'll want you to get a permit. I will PM you an a/c man who is reasonable, VERY experienced and is HONEST.