5 Advantages of Ductless Mini Splits
You may have heard of ductless mini splits and wondered why people regard them highly. It’s because of the unbeatable advantages they have over regular HVAC systems. Below are some of those advantages.
1. Ease of Installation
Technicians can install mini splits quickly due to their small sizes and because they don’t have extensive ductwork and central units. They have an indoor and outdoor unit and a conduit that connects them. During installation, the professional makes a small hole in the wall where the conduit is passed to connect the indoor and outdoor units. This process makes them a better choice for homes without existing ductwork.
2. Energy Efficiency
Ductwork contributes about 30% of the total heating or cooling energy lost in homes. Ductless mini splits eliminate these losses by delivering conditioned air directly to the rooms. This efficiency reduces your energy bills. These systems also use inverter technology to adjust compressor speed, depending on the heating or cooling needs.
3. Reduced Noise
Ductless mini splits operate more silently than regular HVAC systems. For instance, traditional air conditioners are noisy, especially when set at high levels. Ductless mini splits have fans that run at lower speeds but deliver the expected cooling levels. The compressor is located outside, further contributing to the reduced noise indoors.
4. Zoning Abilities
You can independently control the temperature levels in different rooms with ductless mini splits. This is achieved by dividing your home into parts (zones) and allocating each zone to an indoor air handling unit and a separate thermostat. Zoning helps reduce energy consumption because rooms not in use don’t have to be conditioned. The system can also have a longer lifespan due to reduced wear and tear since it operates when needed.
5. Better Air Quality
The absence of ductwork makes mini splits deliver better air quality than regular HVAC systems. With time, air pollutants can accumulate in the ductwork, and when air passes through them, the particles are picked up and delivered into the rooms. Additionally, mini splits have a multistage filtration system that traps and removes particles from the air, ensuring only clean and healthy air is circulating in your home.
Residents in Abbeville and the surrounding areas can contact our HVAC professionals at F & R Air Conditioning, Inc. for fast ductless mini-split installation and start enjoying these benefits. We have been a heating and cooling company for over 60 years, and our technicians can work on any make or model. Contact F & R Air Conditioning, Inc. today for installation, repair, replacement or maintenance services.