A ductless mini-split is a flexible option for anyone trying to cool a room in a home or business or individual portion of a multi-family home. They allow you to easily control your environment without wasting energy on portions of a building that are not in use.
Is a ductless mini-split the right cooling system for you?
Whether you’ve just converted your garage or are looking for a cooling solution for the duplex that you manage, a ductless mini-split is a great option.
Ductless mini-split air conditioners can be a great cooling or heating solution. They are suitable for commercial or residential spaces where it’s important to cool specific rooms or areas. They’re not always the best choice for every situation so it’s important to weigh the advantages and disadvantages.
In many cases, a ductless mini-split is a great alternative to a window A/C unit or central air conditioning.
What are the advantages of a mini-split?
Ductless mini-splits are small and easy to install. They are excellent for cooling smaller areas or individual rooms. You’re able to save money by only cooling the spaces that are occupied. Having no ducts allows you to avoid energy loss because ducts account for over 30% of energy consumption. They are an exceptionally efficient way to add cooling or heating to a specific room which makes them a great option for adding additional cooling to rooms like sunrooms or converted, retrofit garages. Ductless mini-splits are sleek and allow for flexibility in interior design while being convenient and customized to your space.
What are some downsides of a ductless mini-split system?
Mini-splits are not the best option for every room. For example, as they’re best for small spaces or individual sections of a building, they won’t effectively cool a large open space like a warehouse. Ductless mini-splits can be expensive to install. They’re an investment in using less energy in the future but cost more than central systems and window units to install. While they’re easy to install, if they’re installed incorrectly, they waste energy and don’t provide temperature or humidity control. They’re less obtrusive and effective than a window unit but don’t have the built-in look of a central air conditioning system.
A ductless mini-split is a great option for both residential and commercial uses. For information about installation, maintenance, and whether a mini-split is right for you, contact Strongbuilt!
