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 ...

Adding an A/C system sounds like a job for pros only. And usually, it is. But two non-pros handled this ductless mini split air conditioner installation in a garage in one day. The installation was ...

Mini-splits are known for being far easier to install than their conventional split system counterparts. However, installing a mini-split system does require planning and prep work for it to operate ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

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 ...

If your home isn’t equipped for central air conditioning, mini-splits may be a smart alternative, particularly if you don’t ...