With the increased demand of today’s homeowners for space-saving, flexible solutions to cooling their homes, the ductless cooling system is the ideal solution to the cumbersome old central air conditioning unit. Small footprint, energy efficiency and ease of installation make this innovative technology ideal for intelligent home climate control that can be used in typical floor plans.
A ductless air conditioner, sometimes called a mini split system, is composed of two main parts: an indoor air-handling unit and an outdoor compressor. The conduit contains the power cable, refrigerant tubing, suction tubing, and a condensate drain between the two units. Because the system doesn’t require extensive ductwork, installation is less disruptive and faster than a conventional central air system, which is why it’s a popular option to cool down older homes or a new addition.
One of the biggest perks of owning a ductless cooling system is having the option to adjust the temperature separately in various areas of a house. This zoning feature allows homeowners to cool only the spaces they are using, eliminating wasted energy and maximizing comfort. It’s a good option for households in which family members have different cover and temperature needs, or for those in which some rooms go unused.
Yet another significant advantage is energy saving. Central air systems waste a lot of energy — up to 30% — through leaks in ductwork or heat exchange in uninsulated spaces. A ductless system obviates this loss completely, providing a green-friendly alternative that can help ensure a drop in your monthly utility costs. Controller technology used in stand-alone systems – inverter – can also accurately control the speed of the compressor motors, which enables the maintenance of the desired temperatures within some of the rooms and reduces the noise.
Ductless ACs are relatively maintenance-free, limited to cleaning the filters occasionally and doing an occasional check of the unit outside. Because there is no ductwork to clean or repair, maintenance requirements are lower, and there’s less risk of indoor air quality problems associated with dust or mould buildup inside ducts.
Aesthetically, the indoor air-handling units are low-profile, tuck up unobtrusively on a wall and cover well with most decors, without reducing available floor space. They can be installed as wall or ceiling mounts or can be recessed into the construction to blend into the background.
And that’s it in a nutshell—the benefits of investing in a ductless cooling system are effective, quiet, and comfort that you can make personal to your lifestyle. Whether you are retrofitting your home or designing for new construction, this system will provide a smart and sustainable solution, with the ability to control it from your smartphone or tablet for more control, and take up less wall space.
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