Are Ductless Mini Splits a Good Idea for Heating and Cooling?

Reasons to Upgrade to a Ductless Heating and Cooling System

Deciding to replace or install a new climate control system in the home is a big decision. Not only is the upfront cost high, but the decision will continue to influence the bills homeowners pay for potential generations due to the efficiency. Making the wrong decision can also adversely affect the home's value since buyers want a home with a reliable heater and air conditioner. 

If the air conditioner in a home is near the 20-year mark, it may be time to consider an upgrade. For families living in unconditioned structures, the time is now to take advantage of new technology that makes upgrading spaces easy. Here is a quick guide to ductless mini-split systems. These systems are rapidly gaining attention for these reasons. 

Get Control of Energy Bills 

Most homes are heated and cooled by a central AC system. This system uses ductwork to distribute heated or chilled air around the home. Despite the insulation on the ductwork, they are one of the main sites of inefficiency in these systems. Most estimates put the amount of energy lost solely from ductwork between 25% and 40%. 

Ductless mini-split systems use a new design that eliminates the need for ductwork. Instead, every room or zone in the home is conditioned by a single, controllable head. This allows the machinery to put conditioned air exactly where needed without transporting it through ductwork. Coupling this with the power of heat pumps, owners can have a climate control system that uses drastically less energy than a central AC system. 

Take Advantage of Easy Installation 

Ductless heating and cooling systems save much energy during operation and some effort upfront. Instead of replacing ductwork or attempting to fit a central AC system into a place that wasn't designed for it, ductless mini splits are easy to install. Small pipes and new wires replace an intricate ductwork system to accommodate the individual cooling heads. This makes it easy to retrofit heating and AC into unconditioned spaces and update homes that need a new AC installation. 

Utilize Flexible Zoning 

In most cases, improving efficiency is based on using something less. This creates undesirable outcomes, especially concerning comfort in the home. Luckily, ductless mini splits allow for huge energy savings without sacrificing the comfort of those in the home. This is accomplished by removing the need for ductwork and through a concept called "zoning."

With ductless mini splits, the heating and cooling are done in individual blower heads that receive heated or chilled refrigerant inside. In most cases, individual rooms have their own blower that can be individually controlled. Each zone can have a different temperature. This allows people in the home to use their heating and cooling system only when necessary, saving lots of money by reducing the total need for heating and cooling power. 

About The Bosworth Company Kerrville

The Bosworth Company Kerrville helps owners achieve cheaper energy bills and greater comfort. With the latest technology, they help everyone find the ductless heating and cooling system they need. Call today for expert heating and cooling services in Midland, TX. 

Contact Information:

The Bosworth Company Kerrville

2812 Blacksmith Ln
Kerrville, TX 78028
United States

Evie Gandy
(830) 428-2764
https://bosworthkerrville.com/