How Can a Ductless Mini Split System Help Your Home

Understanding How Ductless Mini Split Systems Work

Anyone in a warm climate understands the need for a working air conditioner. When the temperature is almost a hundred degrees outside, a broken air conditioner either means a day of utter misery or an impulse trip to the pool. Since the pool isn’t the best choice right now, a working air conditioner is a must. But maybe your air conditioner is too big for your house. If that’s the case, a ductless mini split air conditioner is a great choice for house cooling. 

This article discusses what a ductless mini split air conditioner is, why people use it, and what you can do to maintain your HVAC system.

What Is a Ductless Mini Split AC System?

A ductless mini split air conditioner is a great choice for people living in smaller or older homes. A traditional air condition has one central location where cold air is produced. From there, the air is passed through ducts and then let out into every room of the house. These units tend to be large and require a duct system. 

A ductless mini split air conditioner system has a unit in every room. The units are not connected and typically can be turned on when you enter the room or otherwise if done by remote control. 

Most of the time, problems with a mini split air conditioner arise because of improper installation or the age of the machine. The machines should be replaced every twelve to fifteen years. If you are going to reinstall the system yourself, you will need a wall mount and a saw to make holes for pieces. You will also need a wrench to add the pieces together as well as a drill and an i-beam level to make sure it’s level.

The Ductless Benefit

The units are also small and can be installed by the homeowner. It’s great for older homes because they can be installed without having to redo any part of the house. The units are also quieter than a normal AC unit and conserve more energy.

They Still Need Maintenance & Care

In order to get the most out of your ductless unit, it’s important to do your best to keep it running smoothly. You should regularly clean the easily removable parts of the conditioner on a regular basis to prevent any debris buildup. 

There also needs to be a place that the condensation from the machine can run off so it doesn’t stay on the machine. Make sure the compressor gets cleaned on a regular basis. A broken compressor is one of the hardest things to fix and it’s fairly expensive to replace. 

The best way to ensure your ductless system will work properly is to hire a professional for installation and to keep up with a routine maintenance plan. 

Your Local HVAC Company

Albritton Service Co has been in operation since 1982. With almost four decades under their belt, the company has a lot of experience with electrical, heating, and air conditioning repairs and replacements. They also offer air quality evaluations and can help with your ductless mini split installation.

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