Is a Mini Split Right for You? A Practical Overview of the Cool Living Mini Split System

Looking for an efficient way to add air conditioning to a room without installing ductwork? A mini split system may be the solution. In a recent episode of The Fix, Tucker and Travis reviewed the Cool Living Mini Split, discussing installation requirements, included components, and who may benefit most from this popular home comfort upgrade. This post will help you decide if this is the right unit for you and if you can do the install yourself.

Why Mini Splits Are Growing in Popularity
Mini split systems provide heating and cooling without requiring ductwork. They are well suited for garages, additions, workshops, bonus rooms, and older homes without central HVAC. Unlike window air conditioners, they....

We compared three types of barbed wire commonly used across ranches in Montana, Idaho, and Washington to see what actually holds up on the fence line.

There’s no question about it – a pressure washer makes certain tasks easier and faster. Can you get by without one? Sure… but having one around the house or the shop will lend itself to getting things done that you may have been putting off. Washing vehicles, campers, fences, buildings, surfaces… if your list has a few of those on there (or even one big one), then a pressure washer would be a solid investment.

In this episode of The Fix, Tucker and Travis review the features and performance for five Black Diamond pressure washers – three electric powered and two gas. They vary from small and portable to heavy duty, and this episode will demonstrate what the differences truly translate into.

PSI vs. GPM

When you’re looking at purchasing or upgrading a pressure washer, there are two key measurements....