Installing a ductless minisplit requires the expertise of a qualified, licensed technician and a permit from the city or county. The Florida Building Code mandates that a building permit be obtained before installing, replacing, or removing air conditioning or minislit systems. In most jurisdictions, homeowners can install their own boiler in the residence they live in, but they may need to obtain permits. Many people are hesitant to get them, but studies have shown that having your HVAC (heating, ventilation, or air conditioning) system installed correctly can save energy on your energy bills.
Most states have imposed a rule that requires service providers and owners to obtain a permit from the state regulatory department before installing or replacing an air conditioning system. According to the New York City Historic Monuments Preservation Commission, permits are not required for HVAC (heating, ventilation, or air conditioning) equipment that can be installed by lifting the bottom frame of a double window or simply opening a folding window, crossbar, hopper, or awning window. At the county or city level, individual jurisdictions are responsible for allowing construction works, including weatherization. Most state and local municipal governments require that HVAC (heating, ventilation, or air conditioning) equipment be installed in accordance with certain codes and regulations.
Most large HVAC equipment manufacturers claim that their warranties only cover defective parts and some warranties even include provisions that the equipment must be installed by an authorized HVAC contractor. Even if you ask a professional to install your ductless minislit and you have obtained all the necessary permissions, it doesn't hurt to read the installation instructions. This may seem excessive but studies have shown that only 10% of all HVAC (heating, ventilation, or air conditioning) installations across the country are done correctly. Licensed HVAC contractors usually obtain a building permit for you and include the fee in the total price of installing or replacing the air conditioner.
