Mini-split units are more expensive but offer more efficient energy. TOM REEL/San Antonio Express-News During the heat wave , Texans are looking for new ways to cool down.

Mini-split systems have been gaining in popularity in recent years because of their energy efficiency, size, ease of installation and the ability to zone the different areas of the house.

You may be asking what is a mini-split air-conditioning unit? That’s not too surprising, but they are something you need to know about here in the desert.

If you’re deciding between a mini split ac unit and a ductless air conditioner, ... Ductless Mini-Split Cooling System: $2,000 to $4,000 per unit, $500 to $2,000 for installation; ...