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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

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Energy efficiency and minimal noise are just some of its pros. While central air has become the standard of maintaining a comfortable temperature in modern homes, there are a number of options for ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Thom Dunn Thom Dunn is a writer focusing on home heating and cooling. He once ...

Every once in a while two separate technologies come together so fluently that they dramatically improve the other’s performance and application possibilities. Such is the case with a commercial ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 45th installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary. We’re excited to publish their tale of buying and renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first ...