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For nearly 20 years, The NEWS has followed the growing popularity of the HVACR mini-split market. A glance into the archives shows the ductless industry in its North American infancy in 2000, when 12 ...

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 ...

Compare a ductless mini split air conditioner to traditional central HVAC systems, including the pros and cons of mini split HVAC units. A mini split HVAC system differs from traditional HVAC systems ...

Ductless mini splits provide zoned heating and cooling without ductwork. Discover if they are right for your home.

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, aka ...

If you've been researching mini splits and wondering which ones you can actually install yourself, you're in the right place.

Whether you’re looking to add air conditioning to an addition, cool a hot spot in your house, or update your dated HVAC system, you’ve likely stumbled upon something called a “mini split.” Unless ...