Expert DIYer April Wilkerson sets up a mini split AC and heating system to keep her shop comfortable year-round.

WILMINGTON, N.C. - Mini-split HVAC systems have been gaining acceptance for residential add-ons, as well as commercial space reconfigurations. Their increasing efficiency and recognized flexibility is ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...

A question I pose to the attendees of each mini split class I conduct is: Can you oversize an inverter ductless mini split system? Before you start writing your reply to what I’m sure you think is an ...

This story is part of The Salt Lake Tribune’s ongoing commitment to identify solutions to Utah’s biggest challenges through the work of the Innovation Lab. With heat pumps becoming a more common ...

Here's how to tell whether to go with a window a/c, portable unit, a ductless mini-spit, an evaporative cooler—or a combo of several.

Mini-split heating and air-conditioning systems can boost your home’s energy efficiency, but they come with trade-offs, air quality experts say. These small, electric systems are replacing traditional ...

This mini-split system was used in several rooms in this 1840 square foot house in Bainbridge Island, WA. The house was designed by Davis Studio Architecture and Design. The mini-split system was from ...

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 ...