Ductless Heating and Cooling
The ultimate comfort in your home is possible with ductless cooling and heating. These systems provide individualized comfort zones as well as cost savings, and much more.
Ductless systems comprise of an outdoor unit, and indoor air handlers that heat or cool specific rooms within your home. They replace baseboard electric heating systems, window air conditioners and space heaters.
Customized Temperatures
Ductless systems provide homeowners with more control over their heating and cooling. They don’t require ductwork to operate and can be put in areas like garages, sunrooms and basements that wouldn’t be feasible with conventional systems. Mini-split systems are extremely energy efficient and can help you save money on your energy bills.
In winter, they employ a small unit outside to generate heat and transfer it inside. In summer, they switch to act as air conditioners by taking heat from the air inside your home. Ductless systems run more quiet than conventional systems. The air handling unit in the indoor space also includes built-in filters that enhance the quality of your home’s air.
With ductless heating, you can control the temperature in each space in a way that is individual. This is perfect for families with different preferences. Each indoor air handling unit comes with its own thermostat, allowing you to adjust it to your family’s requirements and lifestyle. This degree of personalization means that everyone in your family can enjoy their ideal living space.
These systems are more energy-efficient than conventional furnaces and air conditioners since they don’t have to heat or cool the entire house in one go. They are energy efficient because they don’t have to work as hard in order to maintain a comfortable temperature.
The absence of ducts decreases energy consumption and reduces costs for cooling and heating. If you opt for an energy-efficient model that utilizes eco-friendly refrigerants, your ductless unit can be even more energy-efficient.
In addition to their cost-effectiveness and convenience, ductless systems are more quiet and easier to install than conventional HVAC systems. They can be hung on ceilings or walls and their compact design makes it less noticeable than ductwork. They can also be put in more easily in new construction or renovations than traditional systems. And with their easy-to-use smart controls, you can monitor your energy usage and adjust your settings remotely on computers or smartphones.
Energy Efficiency
Ductless systems have a unique design that gives greater energy efficiency than forced-air systems. These systems include an outdoor unit and one or more indoor air handlers, all connected with flexible piping that is able to carry electricity and refrigerant to create heat transfer. The absence of ductwork reduces heat loss and waste that comes with duct systems. This allows for higher efficiency in energy and savings. Moreover because these systems don’t require combustible fuel for operation they don’t generate harmful emissions or carbon dioxide, making them an environmentally friendly choice for your business or home.
You don’t have to sacrifice energy efficiency to achieve the desired temperature. For example, you can cool the master bedroom to a comfortable 65 degrees without overcooling other rooms in the house, which conserves energy and keeps the whole family content.
The same applies to heating your home. You can set the temperature of your basement, home office, or any other room with an air handler to a more moderate temperature to ensure an even and comfortable temperature throughout your home. You don’t need to be concerned about wasting energy when you leave the room for a few minutes and you can switch on the heating in the room using the remote control.
Whether you’re cooling an extra space or heating an apartment, the ductless system is a great way to cool and heat your space while saving money all year round. It can replace a portable AC unit and reduce your energy costs by providing heating and cooling.
A ductless system could be a fantastic replacement for space heaters, preventing you from having to manage the use of multiple air conditioning units in summer and space heaters in the winter. Additionally, it gives an improved look in your space and improves indoor air quality. It’s not a surprise that ductless systems are becoming more popular.
Easy Installation
Ductless mini-split systems are designed to cool and heat spaces that do not have ductwork or where an addition or renovation is not covered by the expense of installing ductwork. Ductless systems work well for rooms that have been renovated, such as homes as well as sunrooms, home additions, and even a renovated basement. It’s also great for office kiosks or areas that are not in use. With a single-zone or multi-zone solution, each indoor unit has its own thermostat, allowing it to heat and cool only the rooms that are being utilized at any given moment.
The installation of a ductless HVAC system is easier and less expensive than traditional systems because there is no need for ductwork. A certified technician will install the outdoor unit outside of your home on the concrete pad and connect it to your air handlers. The installers will connect the indoor units to the outdoor unit which houses the control wiring, the equipment and refrigerant lines. Based on the size of your house several indoor units might need to be put in place to ensure maximum comfort.
Ductless systems are green due to their high energy efficiency. They don’t add to the waste produced by the average household, and they reduce the carbon footprint by a significant amount.
Ductless systems boast some of the highest SEER ratings in the industry. This allows homeowners to save money on heating and cooling costs. Comparing to traditional split system SEER ratings of 14-17, today’s highest performing ductless systems can give up to 50 percent savings on monthly energy bills.
A ductless system requires minimal maintenance to ensure it’s operating at its peak. Typically, you’ll have to clean your air filters every month, and we recommend scheduling regular professional services. This will ensure that your ductless system operates efficiently and effectively for years to come. A ductless system will last up to 25years or more with proper maintenance and care. Our knowledgeable technicians are available to answer any questions you may have about ductless heating and cooling.
Maintenance
Ductless systems provide many maintenance benefits that are not offered by traditional HVAC equipment. This includes energy efficiency, which contributes to lower operating costs and environmental impact. The absence of ductwork helps to maintain a high indoor air quality. The ductwork of a house’s traditional HVAC system may be contaminated by dirt grime, pet dander, rodent droppings, and more. By contrast the ductless units are easy to maintain and can be cleaned with a quick wipe of a cloth.
The installation of HVAC systems with ductless ducts is cheaper than traditional HVAC systems. This is because ductwork installation is labor intensive and expensive, particularly for older homes that have ceilings and walls that aren’t insulated. This cost can be eliminated due to the non-invasive nature of the ductless HVAC installation process. It involves mounting both indoor and outdoor units.
Comparing ductless HVAC with window-style systems, they’re much quieter. The system’s smaller physical dimensions contribute to this, along with their incredibly efficient operation. They require less maintenance as well and require only the need for a couple of air filters to be changed and an annual inspection.
Ductless heat pumps are also a great option for retrofits or new construction. They can replace less efficient space heaters, air conditioners and radiant heating systems. They can be installed in mobile homes, apartments, and condos where ductwork is not possible.
If you’re in the market for a heating and cooling solution that can handle our harsh northern climate, consider upgrading to a ductless model. A professional can assess the needs of your house, help you choose the right system that is ductless for your home and ensure that it is correctly installed. Contact us now to begin.
