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Originally Posted by cstreit
You know if its really just for bedrooms/sleeping - why not just invest in some of those portable AC units for the hot months.
I would imagine if you could cut down on use of central AC trying to cool it - it might not cost you more. Can you vent the attic space/room better? Putting a power vent in our attic lowered the ceiling temps upstairs for us by about 10 degrees.
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That’s possible. I have a Whynter portable AC (14K BTU?) in my office and in the attic. It works okay in the office, borderline in the attic when it’s >95F outside. They cost about $500.
If I could DIY a minisplit, it would be say 3x the price. Would do heat as well as cool. Doesn’t take up floor space. Does take up some outdoor space. Hmmm.