Ductless mini split heat pumps, often called mini splits, offer a space-saving alternative to traditional ducted furnaces, central air conditioners and heat pumps. They provide the same level of comfort and temperature control as traditional systems but without the networks of large ducts carrying conditioned air throughout your home.
There are three major benefits to ductless mini splits:
Easy to install
Ductless mini splits are easier to install than systems needing an extensive network of ducts or that require placing a large unit in your home’s basement. Mini splits consist of a main outside unit connected to as many as four smaller indoor air handlers. The indoor units are connected via a conduit containing power cables, refrigerant lines and condenser drain. The conduit usually requires only about a three-inch hole through the wall. The smaller interior units can be easily incorporated into your room design.
Flexibility for zoning
The four interior units can, in general, be placed anywhere you want them. You can put them in a single room or zone for focused heating and cooling in that area. Each indoor unit has its own thermostat, so it’s easier to control the amount of heating and cooling they generate. They can be attached to a wall, suspended from a ceiling, or simply stashed out of the way where they are least noticeable. They run quietly, so they’re good for use in bedrooms and home offices.
Energy efficient
Since mini splits do not require ductwork, they do not experience the energy loss commonly associated with traditional ducted systems, which can amount to as much as 30 percent of what you spend on interior comfort. Ductless mini splits let you condition a room or zone only when needed, so there is less waste of energy and money.
For more than 30 years, Ace Hardware Home Services, Inc. has provided trustworthy heating and cooling services to Dayton and the surrounding area. Contact us todayfor information on ductless mini splits and to find out if one is right for your heating and cooling needs.
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