Ductless AC installation in Central Texas.

Updated September 2026

Ductless mini-splits are heat pumps that both cool and heat, making them a year-round solution for Central Texas homes. Unlike window units that block your view or central air that requires expensive ductwork, a mini-split delivers quiet, zoned comfort directly to the rooms you use most. For homeowners along the I-35 corridor—from Waco to New Braunfels—this means efficient temperature control without the hassle of retrofitting ducts into an older home or adding a costly addition.

Flat pricing, same everywhere we work

Every install is wired to code by our TDLR-licensed contractor. Long line-set runs, panel upgrades or unusual mounting can add cost, and we tell you up front, before any work starts. For market context, see our Austin mini split cost guide: typical Central Texas quotes run $3,000 to $5,000 for a single zone.

Why a Ductless Mini-Split Fits a Central Texas Home

Central Texas summers are long and humid, and many homes here were built without central ductwork—especially older bungalows, additions, or converted garages. A ductless mini-split solves this by mounting a slim indoor unit on your wall or ceiling, connected to an outdoor compressor via a small refrigerant line. Because it’s a heat pump, it also provides efficient heating during our occasional cold snaps. This makes it ideal for room additions, sunrooms, home offices, or any space where extending ducts would be impractical or too expensive. You get independent temperature control for each zone, so you’re not cooling or heating empty rooms.

What the Installation Involves

Our standard installation is typically completed in one day. We mount the indoor unit, drill a small hole (about three inches) through an exterior wall for the line set, and place the outdoor unit on a concrete pad or wall bracket. All materials—including the line set, electrical whip, disconnect, and mounting hardware—are included in our flat pricing. We handle the electrical connection to your panel, and we pull all required permits. As a TDLR-licensed contractor, we follow Texas code for refrigerant handling and electrical safety. The system is tested and running before we leave.

Sizing, Placement, and What Affects the Price

Our flat pricing covers standard installations for one, two, or three zones. The price is the same whether you choose a 9,000 BTU or 12,000 BTU unit—we size the system based on your room’s square footage, ceiling height, window area, and insulation. Factors that can affect the price include non-standard wall construction (like brick or stone requiring core drilling), long line-set runs over 50 feet, or the need for a dedicated electrical subpanel. We’ll assess these during a free site visit. For most homes in our service area—Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Killeen, Temple, Belton, San Marcos, Kyle, Buda—the flat price covers the job.

Questions

Can a mini-split really heat my home during a Texas winter?

Yes. Mini-splits are heat pumps, meaning they reverse their cycle to pull heat from the outside air and bring it inside. Modern units operate efficiently down to about 5°F, which is well below anything we see in Central Texas. They’re actually more efficient than electric resistance heaters or baseboard heat, and they don’t dry out the air like a furnace can.

How is a ductless mini-split different from a window unit?

A window unit sits in your window frame, blocks the view, and leaks conditioned air. It’s also a single-speed appliance that cycles on and off, creating temperature swings. A ductless mini-split is permanently mounted to the wall or ceiling, uses inverter technology to run continuously at variable speeds (saving energy), and doesn’t block your window. It also provides heat, which window units generally do not.

What if my home already has central air—does a mini-split still make sense?

Absolutely. If you have a room that’s always too hot or too cold—like a sunroom, a second-story bedroom, or a converted garage—a mini-split can handle that zone independently. This lets you keep the central system at a moderate temperature while boosting comfort in that specific space. It’s also a good solution for homes with ductwork that’s undersized, leaky, or impossible to retrofit.

We install across Central Texas — see the full service area or the Austin cost guide.