Ductless mini-split units are HVAC systems that do not need ductwork or vents to distribute conditioned air in a home. They comprise one outdoor unit and one or more indoor units. The indoor unit houses the air handler and evaporator, while the outdoor unit contains the compressor. These two units are connected by a conduit incorporating the refrigerant tubing, power cable, and drain.
Ductless mini splits are increasingly becoming a popular alternative to conventional heating and cooling units among many homeowners. These versatile, cost-effective, and highly efficient systems offer many benefits for individuals who want to upgrade their HVAC equipment. Here are nine specific ways a ductless mini-split can benefit your home.
Flexibility
Do you like to keep your closet a chilly 70 degrees in the summer? No? Then why are you paying for an HVAC system that felt the need to install a vent in there? The first major benefit of a mini split is flexibility. Internal distribution units are installed in the places you want them and only there. You don’t need to ‘just in case’ every room in the house. Even better, if you redecorate or rearrange the furniture it’s a snap to move the unit to provide optimal cooling. The air goes where you are. Individual thermostats also let you maximize the temperature in the room you are in without caring about the temp in the hallway.
Easy Installation
Ductless mini splits are usually easier to install than conventional HVAC systems. For example, the conduit that links the outdoor and indoor units requires only a three-inch opening in the wall. In addition, mini split manufacturers provide varying conduit lengths, allowing you to place your outdoor unit up to 50 feet away from the indoor portion. This is especially beneficial when you want to heat or cool rooms in the front part of your house and place the outdoor system behind the building or in a less exposed spot.
Time-Saving
Not only are ductless HVAC systems easy to install, but they also take less time. The annoyance and difficulty of putting large holes in thew alls and ceiling to put in ductwork aren’t just noisy and messy, it takes weeks to complete. Weeks where living in the home while it’s installed means carefully moving from room to room or sitting in a hotel to enjoy some quiet. A mini split unit can be installed in days instead of weeks with much less mess to clean up or clear away.
No Ductwork
In addition to time and effort in their installation, a lack of ductwork provides everyday benefits. No adjusting furniture to stop blocking a vent or to make sure a particular chair or table isn’t under a vent. No trying to move a carpet a foot in one direction to avoid covering a vent only to find it now blocks another. When you start thinking about uncoupling yourself from large holes in your walls, floors, and ceiling you’ll wonder why it ever seemed a good idea, to begin with.
Better Energy Efficient
The conditioned air in many homes escapes through these openings, leading to high energy bills. Ductless systems deliver conditioned and fresh air without experiencing significant energy loss. The components of ductless mini splits use less energy to meet your heating and cooling needs. Since you only pay to heat or cool the parts of your home that you regularly use, your monthly energy bills will decrease. Without ducts, you won’t lose significant amounts of conditioned air through the ductwork. This results in improved heating and cooling in your home and long-term energy savings.
Fewer Maintenance Costs
Central heating and cooling systems have many moving parts, making them more prone to maintenance concerns. However, ductless mini splits come in small sizes, which often results in fewer mechanical problems. In addition, you can swap the inner components of mini splits for repairs, which means minimal downtime. Servicing a mini split is also faster and easier. Although servicing these units takes minimal effort, having a maintenance plan can help ensure optimum performance and an extended lifespan.
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