As you prepare you home for the approaching summer, you may face the issue of replacing your air conditioning system. One of the portions available for a replacement AC is to have a ductless mini split heat pump put in. Ductless air conditioning has increased in popularity significantly during the last decade (they are already the standard in Europe and Japan) and you may be debating going this route for your next comfort system installation.
Here are a few things to know regarding ductless mini splits and what they can mean for your home and comfort.
These are cooling and heating systems
Ductless mini split heat pumps, like all heat pumps, can work as both air conditioners and heaters. It only requires a single adjustment on the thermostat to switch the system from absorbing heat indoors to releasing it indoors. Installing a ductless mini split is an investment in comfort for all seasons, which makes it an excellent choice if you’re planning to replace the heater as well.
Some homes are more suited to going ductless than others
A ductless system is an ideal fit for new home construction and older homes that lack the proper space for ductwork. If your home already has an extensive ductwork system, and you aren’t planning on doing major remodeling, then a ductless mini split heat pump may not be the most effective choice for installation.
They are a great option for add-on rooms
If a ductless mini split isn’t right for your whole home, it might be right for part of it. If you’re adding on a room, or there’s a space that doesn’t have access to the rest of the home’s ductwork, putting in a mini-split is a good alternative that doesn’t require altering the existing HVAC system or building new ducts and vents.
The best way to find out if you should go ductless to prepare for the coming summer is to speak to HVAC professionals. You’ll need them eventually for the installation work, so seek their expert advice from the start.
Midway Mechanical Inc. installs quality Mitsubishi Ductless Heat Pumps. We provide service for Halsey, OR and throughout the Willamette Valley.
