who to repair damage to mini-split pipes?

Bldg contractors damaged the rubber covering, and I think also one of the pipes, to my mini-split. Does anyone have a recommendation for someone to fix it, or what type of contractor I should call? Not sure it requires a mini-split installation contractor.

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EJR | 6 years and 1 month ago

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agree with @jhcovert . The insulation you can actually patch with foam insulation tape (e..g, https://www.amazon.com/Insulation-Weatherstrip-Waterproof-Conditioning-Stripping/dp/B07P33CLQ4/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=foam%2Binsulation%2Btape&qid=1562616831&s=hi&sr=1-4&th=1). for the copper piping, try https://www.plumberswhocare.com/air-conditioning

Guest User | 6 years and 1 month ago

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The rubber covering is simply insulation that you, or any reasonably able person, should be able to replace easily enough. The copper lines inside of that insulation, however, carry the coolant and it’s my understanding that if you leak there you will need to have the line replaced (possibly patched), and then the coolant replaced up to the appropriate system pressure for your manufacturer. That’s something a licensed HVAC tech should do.