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 ...

Though something of a misnomer, VRF and mini split heat pumps are commonly referred to as “ductless units.” These systems are much more versatile today than they were just five years ago. It’s hard to ...

Most of the rest of the world has relied on ductless mini-split systems for their heating and cooling needs for decades, but that has not been the case in the U.S. That’s because a majority of homes ...

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 ...

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 ...

Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, electric vehicles and climate change. He's also the author of the nonfiction book, "Morally Straight: How the Fight for ...