How Can I Cool My Home That Doesn’t Have Ductwork?
If you live in a home that wasn’t built with a central forced-air HVAC system, you have limited options to cool your home in the summer. That’s because it’s very costly and destructive to try and add ductwork to a home with already-finished walls, floors, and ceilings. You could, of course, purchase window AC units to cool individual rooms. But that’s an inefficient and expensive proposition and can cause property damage. There’s a better option, however. Here’s how a ductless mini-split AC system can solve your cooling problem.
How Ductless Mini-Split Systems Work
Ductless mini-split AC systems are a bit like a cross between a traditional central HVAC system and a window air conditioner. Like the former, they rely on a single outdoor compressor unit to expel heat into the outdoors. And like the latter, they feature air handlers built to cool a single room or space. It’s even possible to connect multiple single-room air handler units to a single outdoor compressor. In that way, you can add permanent whole house cooling capabilities to a home with no preexisting ductwork.
The Advantages of Ductless Mini-Split AC Systems
It’s also worth noting that ductless mini-split systems provide multiple advantages over traditional central HVAC systems and window units. Mini-Split systems provide:
- Targeted cooling
- Better energy efficiency
- Multi-zone cooling capabilities
- Easy installation
With an air handler installed in each room that you’d like to cool, you gain the ability to set different temperatures on a per-room basis. And you can shut off the air handlers in rooms you’re not using, saving you money on operating costs. In other words, you get more cooling control and greater efficiency. Plus, you’ll never have to worry about installing window units every summer and removing them in the winter.
Turn to a Trusted Mini-split Expert
If you own a home in Marion, NC or its surrounding area and it lacks the ductwork to support a traditional central HVAC system, don’t fret. Contact the experts at Morris Heating & Cooling today to inquire about a mini-split AC solution. We’ll help you design a mini-split system for your home and install it for you.
We also offer complete heating and cooling system maintenance and repair services to keep your new system in perfect working order for years. Since we’ve been serving the community for over 20 years, we’re confident you won’t find a more trusted HVAC service provider anywhere in Marion. If you’d like to add a ductless mini-split AC system to your home, contact Morris Heating & Cooling today!