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Also called ductless air conditioners, these units are a good option for keeping your space cool if you lack ductwork Ductless mini-splits are installed through a wall and take the place of portable ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

If your home isn’t equipped for central air conditioning, mini-splits may be a smart alternative, particularly if you don’t want to install and remove clunky window units each season. Mini-splits, ...

Long-time readers of The ACHR NEWS won’t be surprised by the fact that the ductless market has grown significantly in the U.S. in the last 20 years. What was once a fringe product, used only for ...

You may have heard of ductless mini-split air conditioners or heat pumps recently. They’re one of the more recent developments in HVAC technology. But is one right for your home? Ductless mini-splits ...

Ductless mini-splits have become increasingly prominent in apartments or condos that were originally built without air conditioning. This is mostly due to the compactness of the unit and the ease of ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Tired of using loud and unsightly window air conditioners? Even if you don’t have the ...

During the heat wave, Texans are looking for new ways to cool down. One of those ways is mini-split air conditioning systems. Mini-split units include two main parts, an outdoor compressor or ...

Installing cooling is surprisingly easy with a mini-split system. Here, we'll show you how to do it yourself.