Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

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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 ...

Every technician remembers the first time they encountered a ductless mini-split and the panic they felt inside. Not only do these units look unusual, but they behave to some extent differently 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 ...

Woman using a remote to control a mini-split system hung on a wall - antoniodiaz/Shutterstock If you want to add an air conditioning system to your home without ...

Which mini split air conditioners are best? Mini split air conditioners are heating and cooling systems that allow users to control temperatures on a room-by-room basis. They are more efficient than ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to install a heating and cooling mini split system in my garage workshop. The system is a complete DIY setup that operates quietly for both indoor and outdoor units.