Ductless Air Conditioning System Repairs And Installations

With proper maintenance of a ductless air conditioner, a mini-split ductless AC unit is estimated to last for around 20 years. This longevity is beyond the 12 to 15 years that the majority of traditional central AC systems have. Thus, it is reasonably safe to assume that the ductless mini-split AC system that you have will function longer than most of the other choices.

In general, ductless HVAC systems and ductless air conditioning units run on less electricity than other types of systems. They come with exceptional SEER and HSPF ratings. They are more compact and provide air conditioning directly where it is needed. You can switch off an indoor air handler in an unused space in order to save money on energy. Moreover, conventional HVAC systems constantly cycle off and on. These cycles consume a great deal of energy. Ductless AC units run on variable speed motors, which adjust the speed of the compressor instead of turning it on and off.

Ductless air conditioners give homeowners the choice of creating different zones in their house. This means that the homeowner can choose which rooms need to be cooler. They can put an indoor air handler in that room and then put additional indoor AC units at a later time if they decide to.

The capacity of the ductless indoor air handler, or the BTU per hour, determines the amount of space that it can cool. For example, a space that is 350 to 400 square feet will need 9,000 BTUs, but a space that is 1,200 to 1,400 square feet will need 23,000 BTUs. There are additional factors to think about when calculating the BTU requirements for a room or home. Setting up an estimate with a licensed and experienced HVAC contractor is the best way to discover what your requirements are.

Window AC units and ductless AC units have some similarities. Both function as cooling systems that do not need ductwork. That being said, you will need to install a window AC unit in every room, while ductless systems allow you to connect several indoor units to one outdoor unit. With window AC units, the key selling point is the initial low cost. However, compared to ductless AC units, they do not offer a satisfactory level of comfort, efficient energy usage, or indoor air quality. Plus, window air conditioners are noisy, less comfortable, and they fill up space in the window, which limits the natural light entering the room.

Although one aspect that ductless AC systems boast is fast and easy installation, it is never a good plan to install one by yourself. Firstly, you could irreparably damage the system. In addition, it takes experience and training to work safely with AC refrigerants. A person who is untrained should never take on this task. Moreover, if the system is installed by anyone other than a licensed HVAC contractor, many manufacturers will void the warranty. Finally, a professional HVAC contractor can match the size of the unit to your home's capacity. Otherwise, you may have an AC system that is too small or too big, leading to issues with comfort and efficiency later on.