How Does a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner Work?
A ductless mini split air conditioner works just like a traditional central air conditioning system with one major exception. A traditional AC system has a central air handler and ductwork that distributes conditioned air throughout the home or office space. In a ductless system, the conditioned air is handled by individual units that move air around a room or space. A compressor unit that handles the refrigerant sits outside just like in a traditional system. Chilled refrigerant is then pumped into the individual blower units inside.
Benefits of a Ductless Mini Split
Mini split systems are designed to excel where traditional systems fall short. They are more versatile than a traditional system and in many cases can be installed for cheaper than replacing an existing unit. Some of the specific benefits of a ductless system include:
- EASY INSTALLATION: No ductwork is necessary. Only some copper pipe and an electrical line are required for each individual unit.
- EASY TO RETROFIT: For old homes or buildings that never had AC design in mind, ductless systems make a lot of sense. They are perfect for retrofitting old homes or adding AC to a finished garage or outbuilding.
- HANDLES HEATING AND COOLING: Because they are built with heat pump technology, one system handles both heating and cooling.
- CUSTOMIZABLE: Precise zone control allows users to cool only rooms that need it. This adds up to better comfort and lower bills.
Temp Engineering is ready to help you start reaping the benefits of a ductless system. Our teams can have your home outfitted with the latest technology in no time!
Sticking with a traditional central HVAC system? We also offer AC replacement and upgrade services to help improve cooling power and comfort in your home.
Ductless Mini Split Installation and Repair
While ductless mini split systems offer the highest reliability of the available technology for air conditioning, over time they can develop problems. When that happens it is important to know who to call. Temp Engineering has highly rated technicians that are available to fix mini split problems like:
- LOW AIRFLOW: Ductless systems have filters to keep mechanical parts clean and scrub the air as they run. These filters can clog with dust and prevent the free flow of air around the unit.
- UNUSUAL NOISES: Ductless systems operate very quietly so when you happen to hear noise then it’s time to call for help. Noises will usually be humming or grinding. These can be symptoms of fans that are failing.
- LEAKS: As ductless systems pull moisture out of the air, it has to have somewhere to drain towards. Condensate drains and pumps can clog or fail and allow water to flow out of the unit.
- POOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE: Ductless mini splits need maintenance like every other type of machinery. Professional AC tune-ups from Temp Engineering can keep all of your equipment operating at its best.
