The Advantages of Ductless Cooling Systems

Are you looking to install a new HVAC system? These units keep homes at a comfortable temperature, so it’s vital to have one that suits your needs.

Many people may gravitate toward traditional ducted systems — they are one of the most well-known options, after all. Still, these systems may be too expensive, complicated, or high in maintenance for some.

Thankfully, there’s an alternative: ductless cooling systems. Ductless cooling systems, also known as mini-split systems, require minimal maintenance, offer enhanced energy efficiency, and boost indoor comfort. Discover more about the benefits of these systems and decide whether one would be right for your needs.

Increased Energy Efficiency

You want to ensure your home stays comfortable but don’t want to spend a lot of money. Unfortunately, many traditional air conditioning systems aren’t exactly energy efficient. If you’re frustrated by this dilemma, don’t be; we’ve got the answer: ductless systems. But first, it helps to know what separates these modern innovations from their traditional counterparts.

Ducted systems, which have long been the standard in many residential and commercial spaces, spread conditioned air evenly to each room. On the surface, this seems like a benefit. In practice, however, it means cooling off rooms that don’t get much use. This wasted energy will be reflected in your utility bills.

Do you want a more environmentally friendly system that can provide you with cost savings? If so, invest in a ductless system. Ductless cooling systems let you control the climate of each room individually. You can adjust temperatures in each room based on who’s in them and how much use they see. Doing so will reduce your overall energy consumption and lower your utility bills. In addition, ductless systems have variable-speed compressors to automatically adjust temperatures, reducing the amount of electricity they use.

Flexible Installation Options

Ducted HVAC system installation is typically complicated and requires more extensive labor. In addition to the main system, contractors must install the ductwork that carries the air throughout the building, which can be a long, invasive process, especially when it involves breaking into the infrastructure.

That’s not the only problem with installing ducted HVAC systems, however. You might not be able to install them at all in certain buildings. Multi-family dwellings, for example, might have restrictions about what sorts of systems you can install, making it next to impossible to install a ducted system. In addition, certain properties, like historic buildings, might sustain major damage from the process, resulting in more harm than good.

Installing a ducted system can be expensive. Therefore, it may not always be the best choice for budget-conscious property owners. Either way, it’s worth weighing the pros and cons before deciding on one over the other.

Ductless cooling systems offer a viable alternative that works well for most setups. As their name implies, ductless systems don’t need any ductwork; instead, they have an outdoor unit, which connects to one or multiple indoor handlers via a conduit. The lack of ductwork makes for a quick installation process, allowing you to get back to the things that matter with minimal disruption to your routine. In addition, the flexibility in installation makes them perfect for any building, even one where you might traditionally struggle to install an HVAC system.

Improved Indoor Air Quality

Poor indoor air quality can have some noticeable effects on your health. Contaminants like dirt, mold, and bacteria can exacerbate coughing, sneezing, fatigue, headaches, and other concerns. For anyone with some sort of respiratory issue, these problems can worsen significantly.

Ducted HVAC systems can contribute to this problem. Dust and other contaminants can accumulate inside the ductwork. As air goes through the ductwork, it’ll collect these contaminants, spreading them throughout the house. The more the contaminants build, the worse the problem becomes.

If you have a ducted system, you’ll have to schedule regular duct cleaning to ensure you don’t suffer any ill effects — and even then, it might not be enough to fix the issue completely. Ductless cooling systems let you sidestep this problem. They don’t spread as many contaminants because they distribute air directly into each room rather than using ductwork. In addition, these systems use multi-stage filtration to guarantee indoor air quality improvement. This, in turn, lets you breathe cleaner, healthier air.

Enhanced Comfort Control

No two individuals are alike. When people live together, those differences can clash. One person may be particularly susceptible to the heat, wanting the temperature to be as low as possible. Another, however, may be perpetually cold, leading them to turn up the heat.

Conflicting comfort levels can be a problem with a standard air conditioning system. If one person adjusts the thermostat, it’ll affect the temperature of the entire building. This can make things uncomfortable for someone else, so they may adjust the thermostat in turn.

Ductless cooling systems provide zoned comfort, helping you avoid this frustrating dilemma by allowing individual temperature adjustment in each room. If one person wants their bedroom or working area cooler than another, they can do so without affecting anybody else’s comfort levels.

That isn’t the only advantage zoned cooling offers, either. You can also adjust the temperatures of individual rooms based on usage. If one room isn’t used very often, you can set the thermostat at a higher temperature, preventing energy waste.

Get Help With Your Ductless Cooling System by Contacting Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning

Ductless cooling systems offer many advantages. They make temperature control much easier, reducing wasted energy while improving comfort. They also boost indoor air quality and are easy to install.

Do you want to get one of these systems installed? Do you already have one and need someone to keep it in tip-top shape? Our experts can help. At Brody Pennell Heating & Air Conditioning, we provide expert assistance. Our extensive experience with ductless cooling systems lets us ensure you enjoy the highest-quality service possible. Give us a call at (424) 258-9094 to learn more about how we can help.