While I felt very accomplished after installing a new ductless mini split, I was shocked when I was reading through the owner’s manual.
While it was good that the warranty wasn’t void just because I installed the HVAC, my warranty was automatically cut in half.
I only got 5 years for parts and labor and I would have had 10 years if I had an HVAC professional handle the installation. I didn’t really see what the big deal was, the installation was easy enough. I guess they have to cover themselves if the homeowner installs the system incorrectly or doesn’t take proper care of it. Well, I have carefully read all the instructions for maintenance and care, and I am going to take fantastic care of my HVAC system. Even if they won’t cover me with any issues after 5 years, I bet I can make my HVAC system last a good 20 years or so. At least that’s what I have been hearing. Even the HVAC professionals say these systems are great and last a long time with minimal maintenance and care. Something that I really love about the ductless mini split is the fact that you don’t have to change the air filters very often. They are washable air filters, and you simply have to clean them once per month. They are very simple to clean and this system saves me a small fortune not only in energy savings, but the money I save by not having to buy a ton of disposable air filters. It really is the perfect type of HVAC system to have.