Ductless Heating and Cooling
Ductless heating and cooling provides homeowners a way to achieve the ultimate comfort in their homes. These systems offer individualized comfort zones, cost savings and more.
Ductless systems comprise of an outdoor unit, and indoor air handlers that can cool or heat certain rooms in your house. They are a replacement for baseboard heating systems, window air conditioning and space heaters.
Customized Temperatures
Ductless systems are perfect for homeowners who require more control over their heating and cooling. They do not require the use of ductwork and can be placed on areas like sunrooms and garages. These mini-split systems are also extremely energy efficient and can help you save money on your utility bills.
They use an outdoor unit that is small to create heat by drawing it from the air outside, then transfer the heat to insides to keep you warm in winter. In the summer, they function as air conditioners, and remove heat from the air in your home. Ductless systems are quieter than traditional systems, and the indoor air-handling units have built-in filters to improve your home’s air quality.
You can customize your temperature settings on a room-by-room basis by using ductless heating and cooling, which is perfect for families with different preferences. Each air handler for indoor use comes equipped with its own thermostat, which allows you to set it according to your family’s requirements and lifestyle. This personalization ensures that every member of your family can have their ideal living space.
These systems are more energy-efficient than traditional air conditioners and furnaces because they don’t have to cool or heat your entire home in one go. They are energy efficient because they don’t have to work as hard in order to keep a comfortable temperature.
The absence of ducts can reduce energy losses and lowers your cooling and heating bills. Your ductless system will be more efficient if it is the most efficient model that utilizes environmentally friendly refrigeration.
Ductless systems are less expensive and more convenient than conventional HVAC systems. They are also quieter and easier for installers to install. They can be installed on ceilings or walls and their compact design makes it less noticeable than ductwork. They’re also more easy to install in new construction or renovations than conventional systems could be. With their easy-to-use, smart controls, you can monitor your energy consumption and alter your settings remotely using a smartphone or computer.
Energy Efficiency
Ductless systems have a unique design that provides greater energy efficiency than forced-air systems. These systems include an outdoor unit and one or more indoor air handlers all connected via flexible piping that carries electricity and refrigerant to create heat transfer. The absence of ductwork reduces waste and thermal leakage associated with duct systems. This results in higher efficiency in energy and savings. These systems are also environmentally sustainable since they don’t release harmful emissions or create carbon dioxide.
A ductless system will provide the comfort you need in a zone to meet your specific needs which means you don’t need to sacrifice energy efficiency in order to achieve the air temperature you want. You can cool your master bedroom down to 65 degrees while not overcooling the other rooms. This conserves energy and makes everyone in the family happy.
It’s the same with heating your home. You can set your basement, home office, or any other room with an air handler to a more moderate temperature to ensure comfortable and consistent warmth throughout your home. You don’t have to worry about wasting electricity when you leave a room for a few minutes, because you can turn on the heating using your remote.
If you’re cooling an extra space or heating an apartment, the ductless system is the ideal solution to heat and cool your home and save money throughout the year. It can even replace a portable air conditioner and cut down on your energy costs by providing both cooling and heating for your space.
A ductless system can also be a great replacement for space heaters, keeping you from having to juggle the use of several air conditioning units in summer and space heaters in the winter. It also improves indoor air quality and gives your home a more sleek appearance. It’s not a surprise that ductless systems are becoming more popular.
Easy Installation
Mini-split ductless systems were designed for heating and cooling spaces without ductwork, or in situations where the expense of installing ductwork is not included in a new or renovated addition. A ductless system is ideal for sunrooms, rooms that have been renovated and basements. It is also suitable for kiosks in offices and residential spaces that aren’t open for business. With a single-zone or multi-zone solution, each indoor unit has its own thermostat, making it possible to heat and cool only the rooms that are being used at any given time.
The installation of a HVAC system that is ductless is simpler and less expensive than a traditional system since there is no requirement for ductwork. A certified technician will mount the outdoor unit on a concrete pad outside your home and connect it to the air handlers within your home. Installers will run a conduit to connect the indoor units to the outdoor unit. The outdoor unit houses the wiring, control wires, and refrigerant. Depending on the size of your home several indoor units might need to be installed in order to provide optimum comfort.
Ductless systems are eco-friendly due to their energy efficiency. They don’t add to the waste produced by the average household, and they reduce carbon footprint considerably.
Ductless systems have some of the highest SEER ratings available in the market and allow homeowners to make substantial savings on their cooling and heating costs. Comparing to traditional split system SEER ratings of 14-17, today’s highest performing ductless systems can offer up to 50 percent savings on energy bills each month.
A ductless system requires little maintenance to operate at its peak. In general, you’ll need to clean the air filters once a month, and we recommend scheduling regular professional services. This will ensure that your ductless system continues to operate effectively and efficiently for many years to be. In reality the ductless system can last for up to 25 years with routine care and maintenance. Our skilled technicians are ready to answer any questions you might have about ductless heating and cooling.
Maintenance
Ductless systems provide many maintenance benefits that are not accessible with traditional HVAC equipment. Energy efficiency is one of the benefits, as it lowers operating costs and has a positive effect on the environment. The absence of ductwork allows to ensure a high indoor air quality. The ductwork of a traditional HVAC system is prone to contamination by grime, dirt and bacterial. It is also affected by pet dander or rodent droppings. In contrast, ductless systems’ inconspicuous units are easy to maintain and can be cleaned with a quick swipe of a clean cloth.
The installation of ductless HVAC systems is also less expensive than traditional HVAC systems. This is because the installation of ductwork is labor intensive and costly, especially in older homes with ceilings and walls that are not insulated. The noninvasive nature of a ductless HVAC system’s installation process that involves the mounting of indoor and outdoor units, eliminates this cost and can be completed in just one day.
Compared to window-type air conditioners, the ductless HVAC systems are quieter. This is due to the smaller size of the systems and how efficient they are. They require less maintenance as well, with only a few air filters to be changed and an annual inspection.
Ductless heat pumps are also an excellent option for retrofits and new construction. They can replace less efficient space heaters, air conditioners and radiant heating systems. They can even be used in apartments, condos and mobile homes where ductwork isn’t feasible.
If you’re in the market for an HVAC solution that can handle our northern climate, you should consider upgrading to a ductless system. A professional can evaluate your home’s needs, help you choose the right ductless system for your property, and ensure it is correctly installed. Contact us to start.
