If you've lived through a Texas summer when the grid gets tight, you know the drill: the same peak afternoon hours every year, and the AC is running hardest right when the grid is most strained. A high-efficiency mini split uses less power to cool your home, which means less load on the grid and more comfort for you during those hours.
$400 materials deposit books your day. The balance is due when the work is finished and you're happy with it. Anything outside a standard install is quoted before work begins, never discovered after.
A standard central AC system cools the whole house whether you're in every room or not. With a ductless mini split, you can zone your cooling so only the room you're in gets conditioned. That cuts your power draw during peak demand without sacrificing comfort where it counts.
Mini splits are inherently more efficient than most central systems because there's no duct loss and the inverter compressor ramps up or down as needed. That means during the hottest part of the afternoon, your cooling system pulls less electricity to do the same job. It's a practical way to plan for grid strain without going off grid.
Jester Climate installs flat rate, no surprises. Your price is $2,400 for materials and labor, and you put down a $400 deposit to hold your install day. One day each week is the Joker Day at a lower rate, but the exact price changes week to week and is posted on the homepage. You'll know exactly what you're paying before we start.
A mini split won't run if the power is out. But during the typical ERCOT conservation alerts, the grid stays on and you're asked to reduce usage. A mini split uses less power than a central system, so you can keep one room comfortable while drawing less electricity. That's exactly what the grid needs during those peak hours.
We use a rule of thumb based on square footage and ceiling height to get a rough idea, but the final size is confirmed during a free on-site visit. We measure the room, check insulation and window exposure, and match the unit to the actual load. We don't promise a specific BTU number before we see the space.
The $2,400 flat rate covers everything: equipment, labor, and materials. There are no add-ons or hourly charges. To book your install day, you put down a $400 deposit. The rest is due when the work is finished. One day each week is the Joker Day at a lower price, and that rate is posted on the homepage.
Yes. A central system has to cool the whole house, even if you're just in the living room. With a mini split, you cool only the room you're using. That means less total power draw during the peak afternoon hours when the grid is most strained. It's a simple way to use less electricity without giving up comfort.
Yes, the crew is licensed. We serve Austin and the I-35 corridor. You can call us at (512) 297-7493 to discuss your setup or check this week's Joker Day price on the homepage.
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