In this case, a mini split could provide an ideal heating/cooling solution. But what is a mini split, and why do some homeowners prefer it over window AC units and central systems?

Some offer heating as well as cooling, and some include multiple evaporators to serve multiple rooms. Depending on features and size, most DIY mini-splits cost from $700 to $2,000.

If you are installing air conditioning, can you get rid of your existing heating system and use mini splits to both heat and cool your home?

Manufacturers of mini split heat pumps have been touting new technology that supposedly makes it possible to use the pumps as an exclusive heating system, but many people still warn against it. In the ...

The compact size and flexibility for zoning and cooling individual areas or rooms in your home make ductless mini-split air conditioners a popular choice.

The hidden costs of having a mini-split heating and air-conditioning system Air quality experts say units collect dust and mold and can be expensive to clean.

A heat pump is a type of home heating and cooling system that uses resources like water and air to regulate the temperature. It's like an air conditioner, but it has a built-in heating system, too.