How Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioners Work

If adding AC to your home would require a full renovation of your HVAC system to add the proper ductwork, a ductless mini split air conditioner might be a good solution for you. These systems, such as those manufactured by Mitsubishi, our manufacturer of choice, are designed to add air conditioning without the need for a duct system.

How These Systems Work

Ductless mini split air conditioners aren’t much different than traditional air conditioners. They have an outdoor compressor and condenser unit and an indoor part that handles the air. These units will offer enough cooling for a small area, such as an apartment or one room of a home. To cool your entire home, you will need a system with more than one indoor handling unit.

Benefits of Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioners

Ductless mini air conditioners offer several benefits. These include:

• Flexibility to cool individual rooms
• Ease of installation compared to other space conditioning systems
• Energy efficiency by cooling only areas of the home that are occupied
• Less lost energy from ductwork, which can cause a loss of up to 30 percent of the energy used to cool the property
• Requires a small hole to install, which limits problems from intruders

This combination of flexibility and energy efficiency makes these units an excellent choice when you have a small area to cool.

Disadvantages of Ductless Mini Split AC Units

As with any system, ductless mini split air conditioning units are not perfect for every situation.

While these systems are easy to install, they do need to be sized correctly to ensure they are efficient. Also, these can be a bit obtrusive, particularly in the interior of the home. Traditional HVAC systems do not require a box hung on the wall like these do.

If you are interested in learning more about ductless mini split air conditioners, the team at Indoor Air Quality, Inc., is ready to answer your questions. Contact us today for more information.