Installing An AMERISTAR Heat Pump Package Unit...Are They Any Good??
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ก.ค. 2020
- This day was HOT!! I’m replacing a 17 year old Heil heat pump package unit with a new 14 SEER Ameristar. Though this was a fairly simple HVAC replacement, filming in 105 degree weather, by myself made it a job to remember. I think it turned out pretty good! What do you guys think??
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Clean Install. The highest compliment I can pay someone is " I would let you work on my house"
From one HVAC Guy to another, yes. The highest compliment.
The quality of your work is amazing. I’m an installer watching your videos motivate me to be better and better.
Same bro
As a service technician and I can say that a good install goes a long way.. I watch these videos for the quality of work too.. I'd be happy to pay for that install.
I like the 1" conduit a lot. Looks great, one of those little details that takes the install to a new level
Here in Canada 🇨🇦 well alberta anything over 6 ft has to be in conduit. Thats why pre-made whips are 6 ft. Anything longer has to be hard piped.
I ship off to basic training for the Air Force on September 15th and I got HVAC as my job. So i'm watching all your videos lol for helpful information.
Super clean install man. Didn’t see anybody comment on the package unit dolly. Holy crap that’s helpful. Our guys have to manhandle that thing from the truck to the house. I’m building one of those!!!
Did this for 21 years til my knees gave out. Loved every minute of it.
Great video. All I could think while watching is “man, this guy moves his camera around like he’s got a whole crew”. Like you go through the whole process of even taking the new unit out of the trailer. Thanks for taking the time, looks super professional.
I really like the way you work. Professional and Caring. A true craftsman. Thanks for sharing.
That was a sweet install. Retired after 30 years in the trade and I am glad to see such quality work still in the trade. Keep posting.
When you strap conduit ALWAYS put the screw through the strap hole under the Conduit it will help support it I just noticed in the video you screwed through the strap hole above the conduit on the wall
I am a HVAC worker en Puerto Rico and I love your work
Your work is so professional.I can see you going so far in this industry.
Actually it's next level of work, viewer from India 🙏.
I'm a youtuber too but your work is too good 👍
I’m just amazed at how clean and detailed your installs are. Beautiful work man!👍🏻
Thanks for doing this video. A lot of us don't realize how dangerous it is working in hot environments. I passed out and had to lie down inside my customer's living room for a while to recover. Techs out there please take necessary precautions.
Super clean and look great. The customer should be pleased that you took extra steps to give a quality install. Although, when you set that unit on the concrete pad I was screaming “No!!!! No sir!!!!” But then you put the vibration isolation under the unit.
The reason I was screaming is this is the first video of yours that I have watched. Time for some binge watching. I was a tech in my dads business for about 10 years. I was doing an install in an attic on a 105* day in Oklahoma with about 85% humidity. I was thinking, man there’s gotta be an easier way to make a living. Went back to school. Got my mechanical engineering degree. Now I design the buildings... in an A/C office. Did that for 28 years. Gotta love it. Great job.
Project hat and a service hat, my guy knows the trade
If you ever have a course out I’m gonna be the first one purchasing it, I love your work ethics and your skills are second to none
Dude impressive I’m stocked to see new videos and to watch your clean installs, I like how you’re humble and not cocky, keep on killing it bud! Shit we need great techs/ business owners like you in Florida
Nothing like watching an excellent by the book install! So clean!
Bro you are my inspiration right now I’ve been rolling with my dad for 15 years finally graduated this year with my degree in a/c technology and plan on taking my state exam soon. There’s still so much I have to learn but your videos are inspiring me to take it to the next level and have confidence to keep pushing on thanks so much
Been out of tech school for 6 months, watching your videos is really great man. You are a great teacher.
I’m with you on that insulation being a pain ! Great video 👍 keep them coming. Very neat and clean work !
Great thoughts on keeping cool and protective clothing for the heat index temperatures in mid TN. Glad you took the time to measure up an offset for the flashing. Most companies would just install a prefab 3 sided flashing. I made a custom 4 piece flashing because I've worked with sheet metal and to keep the critters out of my crawlspace. I can tell you have pride in your work.
I started HVAC job 3 weeks ago and my respect for all the workers working with this heat
I am a retired (3 years ago after 45 years in the biz) HVACR tech, mostly did supermarket refrig. All the stores we worked in we also serviced the HVAC from 100 ton units to 3 ton units and split systems. Your installs are top notch, clean, tight, level, clean and your knowledge and service skills are spot on. And you do this all solo. Wish your business was in my area, I'd hook you up with my whole community!!. Keep up the good work and the videos.
Very nice installation! Electrician here, beatiful EMT work right here just consider it will likely see substantial moisture across that concrete pad. Transition on the wall instead. The next tech. will also appreciate it.😁
Good content man. You’re hip with the editing and what the younger guys look for in a video to keep them watching and you teach as you go. Perfect HVAC TH-cam channel. Also, love the Veto bags. Couldn’t work without em! Keep it going man!
Very Clean Install! That yard dolly is badass! I have never seen one like that. Proper tools save you. After 18 years in HVAC i am now looking at multiple back surgeries from muscling equipment around. Is awesome seeing you do it solo
I really like the look of the ameristar split systems. My only beef is the ambient and coil temperature sensors go out like they’re going out of style. I’ve had some out of range right out of the box. The company I work for sold them as base model units. We now sell RunTru and they seem okay the outdoor unit cabinets are just comically huge for little is inside. Great video and a good looking install !
I gotta say Zac. You are well prepared. You don't kill your back but have a dolley. You bring safety first with shade, water is a must. You blowing all the leaves and cleaning prior to installing. Good sheet metal jobs. Keep up the good work man. And how do you do so many camera angles lol? Amazing man!!
Man I’m a big fan of your work! I’ve been in the HVAC industry since I was 16 and I see that you are thorough with everything you do! I’m a big fan and real recognize real!! Great videos man! 💯💪🏿
Mr Clean ...you the man! I do clean work but you take it to another level. Love your work and your attention to detail. This is why I enjoy what i do. The money will always be there if u take pride in your work
I can tell you take lots of pride in your work
Another nice, clean install. The pre fabricated shroud was clutch. Thanks for the safety tips as well!
What a beautiful install you did 💪🏻.
Awesome job bro you made it look so easy and it is with the proper method and tools great job I enjoyed watching and learning I've only been in the field for 4 years and I'm still learning thanks for sharing
Nice work! Clean and sharp! Hats off to you sir!
I really like the 1” EMT for the high voltage wiring, it looks really clean. To be honest, I would have just strapped some carflex to the wall but now that I see how much better the metal conduit looks, I think I’m gonna try your way next time. Btw, I’m in Eastern North Carolina and last week was brutal. We had 110 heat indexes every day except Friday. I changed a compressor and a reversing valve in an old Goodman split, don’t ask me why but they didn’t want to replace the unit, and I was really struggling with the heat. I had absolutely no shade the whole time and even though I drank over a gallon of water, I kept getting light headed and feeling like I was gonna pass out. I got it though and the unit is cooling like a champ. Stay safe out there Zack.
Drink some coconut water. Great for proper hydration
Pickle juice helps too
Centeral NC here, did three WSHP replacements in three days in an attic. We could only work from 7am to 11am all three days due to the heat. It's crazy.
Great work you're attention to details makes the difference.
Awesome install Zack! Watching techs like you get the job done right and have it look so well is what I love to see. I’m also an hvac tech and installer and I try to have everything I do look as clean as what you install every single time. Nothing but respect man. Keep it up. Love your videos!
Thx man I really appreciate that!
You, Ted Cook, Steve Lav, Chris from HVACR Videos, John Israel and so many more, I strive to be as good as all of you. This is truly inspirational work.
Awesome job, looks very clean and professional.
Nice install. Very professional!! I am an owner operator myself in NC and I carry a pop up tent as well as a fan. I did a change out Monday and used both. It was hot but that fan made all the difference. Try it out sometime!!
Keep the videos coming!!!!
Thanks for doing what you do! Looks great brother!
Best package installs hands down 👍👍💯
Very nice clean job conduit looks great. Wish we had those units here in upstate ny but you know we have this little thing called snow. Great install for sure, it shows you take pride in your work ..love it!
Man really nice job. Running EMT with a flex connector is definitely upping the game. Love the PAC dolly.
Awesome job. Also I love your safety.
Super clean work!! Awesome video!
I particularly liked your conduit run! EMT conduit bending has become a lost art. Great job👍
Absolutely a top notch install, wish I knew of a HVAC company in the Dallas tx area that does work like you .
Very nice install! Clean and professional work 👌
Great professional install. Gives a good name for the trade.
crispy clean bro! thanks for the video
A couple of tips to help you out...
1. Use 181 foil tape for duct "LINING", then pull up the insulation over it and zip tie it.. No need in wasting tape on duct insulation you will never see again for 10yr+ or that would have zero effect on it.
2. Loose the whole solid conduit.. Stick with the liquid-tite stuff, easier to work with, less expensive, and you can make the runs look just as good, i mean you had to use a piece anyways, might as well had run it all the way to the box really.
3. Sealants need to go man. Stick with the 181 tape and a good squeegee, will last 20yr+, only use sealants when you have to, mainly UL 181 Listed mastic in a bucket is best on those "HAVE TO" situations.. That rubberized tape stuff un-sticks, (TRUST ME), it will come undone over time especially when cold... Just a 181 foil tape approved for duct and you can use just a regular foil non 181 for "DRESSING UP" everywhere else that isn't critical and it's super cheap, like 11.00 per roll 3".. GET YOU SOME SQUEEGEES!!!, most time Distributors give them for free with their tape sales so there isn't no reason no to have a bunch in ya truck...
4 "S LOCK" is your friend! I noticed on your plenum you didn't use any in the corners, which makes it difficult in getting screws to start or secure even self tapping ones. S-lock also help flanges seal better by design as well not to mention stiffening up the edges giving you something to "BITE ON" for screws, etc.
I applaud you trying to make it all it can be, i really do... Go with RUUD/RHEEM brand, it is a FAR SUPERIOR product especially on work-ability and even aesthetics than Ameristar hell even Trane/A.S ever thought of being! I mean hell, that one made it through a Tornado and only twisted a suction line, and even then it kept running didn't it?!? Super easy to work on, and they improve it yearly now with bolt on TXV's for outdoor units.
Oh yeah, speaking on that video, man don't waste your time in heating up pipe when you can take a pipe cutter, you seen it ignite when it popped apart burning all that old oil that was in it. Use a pipe cutter when ya can, a lot cleaner after brazing and a lot faster also. Not to mention you can wipe the oil out before reassembling the new pipe together this way.
Those tips right there will save ya time, heartache, money, and still give you the same quality as you have in this one.
Adam
Super professional,
I Love it!
My son and I are a one-man band working for ourselves usually independent unless we have to move around a 20 ton unit then we call the other one of us to come help. Like your attention to detail and quality something you can do when you work for yourself always striving to be better. Not like the other guys who are striving for the shortest cuts and highest profits and cheapest methods. Love your videos inspiration to our trade 👍
Dude, i don’t know, there’s just something about watching your quality of work that I enjoy...it’s hard to find someone that’s been in the business as long as you that doesn’t take shortcuts everywhere they can; I believe that’s why so many good techs are called back out after another tech has already serviced...I’ve decided, at the age of 45, to go back to school for HVAC/R, and have two semesters left before my associates degree...I know it’s a young mans field of work, but you continue to make it look like something I’m excited and will be proud to be doing...keep up the amazing videos....maybe you need to do a sponsor financed week apprenticeship drawing in the future
My mentor is over 60 and i'm almost 30. HVACR is similar to healthcare... everybody will always need Heat/AC just like we all will always need hospitals and pharmacies.
That was the definition of a Quality installation and start-up 👍👍👍👍👍.
Wow thats an awesome job man !! You really can tell you care about the work quality!! Looks perfect especially with the hard conduit nice bends ..
man you do great work very clean professional installs. like the guy said below highest compliment to give you is i would let u work on my house. At the end of the video you asked if there is something that we would Do different I don't know what codes are in Tennessee but in Michigan and inspector would probably knock us down for not putting that EMT on some sort of roof blocks cork pads some sort of support so it's not on the cement. You're great installer gladly follow you
Perfect installation by the book! 👍💯
I know what it is like, I installed a new condensing unit today and fixed a leak in the evaporator up in the attic. I looked like I took a shower in my clothes! I still love being a HVAC/R Technician!
Gotta love attic work in the summer.
Awesome install! Great job brotha!!
Incredible workmanship!
I like that install it looks good. I’m like you I like to take my time and be thorough and make it look good
I really like the prefab flashing and that 1" conduit. Very clean install. New soloist installers should definitely take note. I'd like to see some of your harder installations preferably not in the summer of course xD
Nice and clean install!!!
Probably gonna need a good helper in the near future, I cant get a good one for myself!!!
Keep it up!!
Really fine job Brother-keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!
Your videos are so well done and well edited I love it.
Sweet install.. Thanks for sharing...
Awesome work brother. It's obvious you take pride in your work.
Awesome man I’m going to try and go solo this time next year your videos make me want to that much more keep them coming
Just a tip some package units have a lot of negative pressure due to the static pressures of the system and not having a breather on the pea trap could cause the return to suck up all the water in the drain pan and throw it into the duct work. I learned this lesson the hard way
good looking install! definitely one to be proud of
Awesome video. Very professional on all fronts... install, details, technicalities, professionalism, cleanliness, camera angles and editing... keep up the great work! From a new subscriber.
Clean install. Nice job!
Good work man, I really enjoy your videos
Keep up the great work! I love your videos.
Clean work bro... I rock my hvac tactical everyday for service and installation... I’m in so cal 👍🏼💪🏼❄️☀️
That was a work of art.
Install looks good. You take pride in doing it right.
You've done an excellent and professional job; neat finish; good way of planning ahead for good results and happy customers which usually leads to many referrals!
I meant REFERRAL$$$!
Nice clean install !!!
You are the bar for HVAC Contractors! 👋🏻
keep up the good work!!! i love install jobs that you do because im an installer as well
Love your work. I tell my coworkers to watch your channel.. because they need to..
everything on the install was great 👍
Wish I could install one in 18 min. In my opinion all HVAC personal are legends in there own right. Me my special skill is I love zoning buildings and housing applications. Hate doing drain lines.
Damn, you throw them things around like there nothing! Clean job
You are one of the best installers I've ever seen
Install looks great!
I'm not an HVAC technician but it looked like a perfect installation.
You should be happy how it came out, it looks badass.
As the homeowner I would standing next to you with a power washer to clean that pad and siding before the install of the new unit.
Good Job bro, With that space you can work very well.....
Beautiful work brother
Great attention to detail.
Looks clean man. I probably would've angled the top piece of the duct shroud to catch the stain line of the old one for the homeowners sake of hiding old holes and different shades of siding, and to make sure the water runs away from the house but still get a 👍. Nice touch with the conduit too