Cool Alternative for Escaping the Heat: Ductless Mini Splits

If you’ve been thinking that air conditioning is not a possibility, we have great news.  Mitsubishi offers an exciting alternative to traditional cooling systems.

Because central air requires ductwork, it is not always practical as an add-on to an existing house. If your home has a non-ducted heating system, such as radiant or hydronic (hot water) heat, central air may not be a viable solution for your cooling needs.  Similarly, if you want to cool a room addition, but the existing ductwork doesn’t extend into that space, central air won’t work.  You might consider single room units.  However, these can be unattractive and also provide an entry point for intruders.

Now there is another option – ductless mini-splits.  Light years ahead of current central A/C technology, these small units mount just about anywhere you need one.  IAQ loves these systems because they work so well and offer numerous advantages:

1. Flexibility

Because of their small size, ductless mini splits can go anywhere they can be mounted and access electricity.

2. Efficiency

Each unit is controlled individually, so no energy is wasted cooling unoccupied rooms.  Also, the cooled air goes directly into the room, eliminating the energy loss that occurs with duct systems.

3. Cost Savings

Greater efficiency translates directly to lower monthly operating costs.

4. Quiet

Ductless mini-splits operate super quietly and won’t disturb your peace as they cool.

5. Improved Air Quality

With built-in multistage filtration and no air ducts to collect irritants, ductless mini-splits drastically reduce dust, pollen, bacteria, allergens, and particulates leaving your home with cleaner, fresher air.

6. Easy Installation

Ductless systems are much less invasive than traditional HVAC.  They connect to the outdoor unit from as far as 50 feet away with a conduit that requires only a three-inch hole through the wall.  Installation can be done as in as little as one day, with no loss of square footage and no wall or ceiling damage to repair.

7. Smaller Carbon Footprint

Ductless cooling systems follow ENERGY STAR guidelines.  They use less energy, which keeps you – and the planet – cooler. Ductless mini-splits can be used for efficient, customizable heating solutions, too.

IAQ recommends high quality Mitsubishi Ductless Mini-Splits for multi-zone or multi-room installation (one outdoor unit controls up to four indoor areas).

Denver homeowners, contact IAQ today to find out how these tiny powerhouses can solve your indoor air temperature challenges.