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College students in a garage apartment

If you're a college student living in a garage apartment near campus this summer, you know that a Texas July can turn that space into an oven. A ductless mini split from Jester Climate keeps your room cool without breaking your budget, and it's a smart investment for the property owner too.

The flat rate

One number, materials and labor together

Standard day
$2,400
Materials and labor, installed. Six days a week sit at this rate.
Joker day
Lower, every week
One day a week costs less. It moves weekly, revealed on the homepage.

$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.

For this room

College students in a garage apartment

Garage apartments are a popular and affordable option for students at UT, Texas State, or ACC, but they often lack proper cooling. A single zone mini split is a practical fit for a smaller unit like this, giving you control over your own temperature without relying on a noisy window unit or a central system that was never designed for a garage.

For landlords, installing a mini split means your tenant stays comfortable and happy, which tends to keep good renters in place longer. The flat rate of $2,400 covers materials and labor, so there are no surprise costs for you or the student living there.

Booking is simple: a $400 materials deposit holds your installation day, and the remaining balance is due when the work is finished. One day each week is the Joker Day, priced lower than the standard rate, and the exact price is revealed on our homepage each week.

Common questions

What people ask us about this

How do you know what size mini split my garage apartment needs?

We use a rule of thumb based on the square footage and typical conditions, but the exact sizing is confirmed during a free on-site visit. We never promise a specific BTU number for a room until we see it in person.

Can I get the Joker Day price if I'm a student on a tight budget?

The Joker Day moves week to week, and the exact lower price is posted on our homepage. You can call us to ask which day it falls on and whether that day is available for your installation.

What if I'm the landlord and the student moves out after a year?

A mini split stays with the property and adds value for future tenants. It's a permanent upgrade that makes the unit more rentable, especially during hot semesters.

Is the $400 deposit refundable if I change my mind?

The deposit is non refundable because it covers the cost of ordering and holding the materials for your specific job. Once the work is finished, you pay the remaining balance.

Do you install in garage apartments that are already occupied?

Yes, we work around your schedule. We can install while you're in class or at work, as long as we have access to the unit and a clear path for the lineset.

Ready when you are

Call us at (512) 297-7493 to talk about your garage apartment, or check this week's Joker Day price on the homepage.

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