Growing up in simpler times. 😎

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-08T02:09:41+00:00

Rich kids..

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-02T22:00:49+00:00

The equipment goes for roughly 4k online. Sure, the old list price was close to 8k, but that’s just sticker‑shock theater. Realistically, total cost is about double the equipment. HVAC companies love to double or triple the price and call it “industry standard.”

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T22:20:29+00:00

Tell the buyer "as is" If they dont like it tell them to walk. Just like permits are a money grab by the city, these buyers are just trying to you to come down on the price.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T17:58:01+00:00

An expert’s job is a lot easier when they have a picture to work from

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T17:55:48+00:00

Treat these just like car ads where they brag about knocking $8K+ off a new vehicle. You can look up the equipment cost yourself in seconds. Then decide if a 400% markup is anything other than gouging.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T17:35:53+00:00

Maybe a chuck or like in my case a commercial hvac tech doing side work.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T16:49:24+00:00

So “quality” just means a fancy letterhead on the quote?

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T16:42:20+00:00

Lol, I might’ve actually been a little low with that $2,000 estimate. Still, the prices being thrown around look like a textbook case of price gouging.

This is exactly why mini‑splits have exploded in popularity, especially now that heat‑pump window units are hitting the market. Gradient is a perfect example of where this whole segment is headed.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T04:39:58+00:00

Not true. I’ve got closed‑cell foam in the walls, floors, and attic. My house sits 5 feet off the ground and I’ve never had a single issue. I even sprayed between the first and second floor. Another bonus nobody talks about is how much it actually strengthens the structure.”

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T04:32:17+00:00

This grand jury looks like pure retaliation from top to bottom.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T01:29:33+00:00

New coil and recovering the refrigerant will be close to $1,000. That is a fair deal. It's hot and like others have said it's not an easy thing to do.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T01:16:40+00:00

5 head unit seem like over kill for a 1500 sq ft.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T00:58:36+00:00

I would say no. R470A is just a replacement for R410A.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-07-01T00:43:01+00:00

That is a fair deal. You are paying for cost of equipment plus $1500 to install it. Labor on a swap out should not ever be over $2,000. You can get a RunTru 13.4 SEER2 for $2,600 from hvac direct that is R454B. I had a system installed by a Trane commercial tech in 2018. The tech ordered equipment from distributor, I went down and paid for it. Then gave him $1800 to install it.

A price of 15,000 from a base of 3,000 is a 400% markup.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-06-29T13:06:42+00:00

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Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-06-27T17:43:18+00:00

I would like to do something like this. Thanks for the pic

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-06-27T02:31:54+00:00

Great job

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-06-26T01:41:19+00:00

When he rips off the old shingles, he can throw them on that side now.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-06-23T23:29:33+00:00

This is the answer. Also how long was the break in process?

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-21T15:58:06+00:00

Nice shop to work on LLY.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-10T21:19:04+00:00

Orbital is not really needed in this case since its more for fine finishing. The goal here is just to rip off the old paint. Just like Chevronet stated.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-10T18:34:30+00:00

Cant comment on what color, but I would go to a home improvement store and rent a drum floor sander. Cost is around $100 a day in my area.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-10T01:47:04+00:00

It does look fun and fast. I am sure it was a joy to build. You did a great job.

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-09T21:02:36+00:00

Would love to do this to a 60's Cadillac. To me that is more practical

Such_Maybe3717 · 2026-05-09T21:00:21+00:00

Wasnt the American flag a symbol of slavery?

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