Install a Mini Split Yourself Save $2,000+ with a DIY installation.

2nd Apr 2026

DIY?

Hiring an HVAC technician can cost $1,500–$3,000.

But what if you didn’t need one?

What Makes DIY Systems Different

Modern systems (like MRCOOL):

  • Pre-charged refrigerant
  • No vacuum pump required
  • Plug-and-play connections

What You’ll Need

  • Drill
  • Mounting bracket
  • Basic tools

(No special HVAC license required)

How Long It Takes

Most installs:
? 4–6 hours

Real Savings

Option Cost
Professional Install $2,000+
DIY Install

$0–$200

Who Should NOT DIY

  • Complex multi-zone setups
  • No basic tool experience

Browse DIY systems you can install yourself:

  • MRCOOL DIY Mini Splits
  • Multi-zone systems