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Mr Cool DIY 5-Year REVIEW: Total Regret? | Honest Take

The Reno Bros · 48K views · 5:59

Skill Level

Pro Only

Equipment

Mr Cool DIY Mini-Split

Tools Needed

refrigerant gauge, vacuum pump, manifold gauge set, torque wrench
⚠️This work typically requires a licensed professional in most jurisdictions.
After five years with the Mr. Cool DIY mini-split, I can finally say: I regret it. This is my honest, unfiltered update on how these units have held up, what’s gone wrong, and why I can’t recommend them anymore. I loved them at first (see my original install and 1-2 year reviews), but over time, the problems have piled up—and I’m breaking it all down here. Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 0:46 – Low Coolant Out of the Box? 2:01 – More Motor Issues 2:53 – Warranty Labor & Shipping 3:57 – Built Super Cheap 4:19 – Cost Breakdown Video Coming 4:51 – Overall Impression 5:25 - What I'd Do Differently... Subscribe to catch the rest of this series: - Every Problem I’ve Had with Mr. Cool (coming soon) - Total Maintenance + Repair Costs - DIY vs Pro Install: What I’d Do Differently - Best Mini-Split Brand Alternatives in 2025 Watch my original Mr. Cool 1-Year Review video: https://youtu.be/Dg6fwJMSUlU?si=fSDdJXXSw2jo8_Uy My Recommended Products (Affiliate Links): beacons.ai/danjase LET’S CONNECT: Instagram: @the_reno_bros ABOUT THE CHANNEL: Welcome to The Reno Bros, your source for helpful tips on home renovations that will fit within your budget. If you're renovating your first property, investing in property flips, or just have an innate talent for renovation, you can learn from us how to properly renovate your home in a cost-effective way without needing any professional help. Here, you will discover: DIY renovations for beginners🔨 🏡 💸Money-saving techniques when upgrading your house💰 Before and after results 😍 👌 🔨 🔧Tools and materials needed for renovations🧰 Avoiding common mistakes when renovating Ideas for increasing the worth of your property💡 We firmly believe that great houses can be constructed not by throwing around a lot of money but with good planning and ideas. Ready to plan better renovations and build the home of your dreams? Subscribe now and become part of The Reno Bros family. THANKS FOR WATCHING: Mr Cool DIY 5-Year REVIEW: Total Regret? | Honest Take #MrCool #MiniSplit #DIYHVAC #HVACReview #HomeImprovement #DIYRenovation #AirConditioning #Heating #HomeUpgrade #EnergyCosts #HVACProblems #DIYProjects RELATED SEARCHES: mini split maintenance cost HVAC system long term review mini split high electric bill Mr Cool vs professional HVAC mini split reliability issues best mini split alternatives