We moved into a condo recently, and hate how loud the PTAC units are. Has anyone ever replaced PTAC units with split unit A/C’s by installing the external unit inside the PTAC sleeve? Do-able?

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 ...

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 ...

Ductless heat pumps have taken the U.S. by storm with sales increasing by double digits over the last few years. That momentum is expected to continue; however, not every homeowner wants to look at ...

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 ...

Should you choose a split or window AC for your small bedroom? Compare costs, noise levels, and installation requirements, ...

Editor’s note: Welcome to the 61st installment of Brownstone Boys Reno, a reader renovation diary about renovating a brownstone in Bed Stuy. See the first one here. They also blog at ...

Cooling feels different after real use, where Split and Window ACs manage airflow reach, compressor rhythm, and room coverage ...