A ductless mini-split system is an alternative to centralized HVAC systems. Those systems generate hot or cool air in one single location, then spread it through your home via a system of ducts. Ductless mini-split systems, on the other hand, use a number of separate “stand alone” units, each charged with heating or cooling one particular room or section. Each unit can be controlled separately, allowing you to set different temperatures in different rooms or turn off the air or heat in parts of the home you aren’t using while still running it in parts you are.
Ductless systems cost more to install, since you’re setting up multiple units instead of just one. But the ability to shut off the heat or air in select parts of the home can save you a great deal on monthly bills, to say nothing to the luxury of letting individual family members tailor the temperature to their liking. That said, it still works better in some homes that others. Which homes benefit the most?
- Older Homes. We have a number of very old homes in Wayne, PA and other nearby communities, built before the advent of air conditioning. That means those homes can’t use centralized heating and air conditioning systems. Ductless systems make a much better fit, however, and your air and heat can still be centralized without the need for major renovations.
- Large Homes. Smaller homes benefit less from ductless systems because there’s less space to heat or cool. The larger the house, the more sections go unused for much of the day and the more sense a ductless system makes.
- Homes with Multiple Occupants. Hospitals, nursing homes and boarding houses appreciate ductless systems because it allows their numerous occupants to set the temperature in their room to their liking. The same principle applies to any home with a large number of occupants.
Now is an excellent time of the year to install a ductless mini-split system. Call the pros at WM Henderson, Inc. to schedule an installation!