While traditional ducted HVAC units work well for many homes, in some cases, a ductless mini-split from Metro Heating & Cooling HVAC company in West Des Moines, IA, could be a better choice. Outbuildings like sheds, workshops, and detached garages can’t connect to a central heating and cooling system. A mini-split is also useful for a converted garage, attic, or home addition. Yet ductless systems can also provide whole-house heating and cooling. They may be the only way to retain the historical value and structural integrity of historic homes.
Advantages of a Ductless Mini-Split
With one compressor, you can connect up to eight indoor air handlers. For larger homes, you can add an additional compressor. Whether you get one air handler or many, you’ll be surprised at how hassle-free the installation is. The compressor can be as far as 50 feet from the air handlers. The refrigerant line can enter the home through a hole three inches in diameter. The indoor air handlers are sleek, compact devices that make them a welcome addition to any style of room.
- Its energy-saving capabilities
- Its durability
- Features like variable-speed operation
- Multi-zone heating and cooling
- Improved indoor air quality
With a ducted system, you can lose significant energy through leaks in the air ducts. These cracks and holes in the ducts can also let in dirt, pests, and other contaminants and spread throughout your home. With a mini-split, an air handler supplies conditioned air directly to the room it serves. This reduces energy loss and increases air quality. Further, a ductless system usually has a multi-stage filter with a HEPA filter and can remove odors and purify the air. As for durability, mini-splits can last up to 30 years, twice the length of a ducted heat pump. However, you must do your part by taking care of it and scheduling professional maintenance at least once a year.
Every air handler has its own thermostat, so you can set different temperatures in each room according to your family members’ preferences. This is what we mean by multi-zone heating and cooling. On top of that, you can save energy by shutting down units in unoccupied rooms.
West Des Moines Mini-Split Installers
Metro Heating & Cooling has been installing ductless units since 1984, and we’ll know just what products will fit your home. We deal with name brands like Lennox and Carrier and are a Trane Comfort Specialist. As a member of the Air Conditioning Contractors of America, we uphold high standards for professionalism. Still, we balance that with the warm customer care of a locally owned and operated business.
To learn more about ductless mini-split systems in West Des Moines, call Metro Heating & Cooling today.
