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Ductless Mini Split System Air Conditioner
By Garland Heating and Air Conditioning
What is Ductless Mini Split System?
Mini Splits are heating and cooling systems that allow you to regulate the temperature in specific rooms or areas. An outside compressor/condenser and inside air-handling unit(s) are the two primary components of a mini-split system. When it comes to adding cooling or heating to individual areas of a home, the ductless mini split is an effective and adaptable solution. Wall, floor, or ceiling-mounted units are connected to an exterior compressor in ductless mini-split air conditioners and heaters, often known as a ductless mini split system.
Because they are less complicated to install and more efficient than window or central HVAC units, they are a great addition to your current heating and cooling system, especially if you want to enhance the cooling system of a particular section of your house. Holding a good years of experience, Garland Heating And Air Conditioning has compiled a detailed guide on how to select the best ductless mini split air conditioner.
Who Should Get a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner?
Choosing a ductless mini split over window air conditioners and space heaters is a smart move if you want to chill or heat particular rooms with more efficiency and less clutter. Even rooms that are not being used might be warmed or cooled by central HVAC systems because the air is pushed throughout the house. “How efficient is it if you turn on the kitchen faucet and all the other faucets in the home turn on at once?” In the words of Mitsubishi Electric’s senior marketing manager, “that’s what central systems do”!
Where Does A Ductless Mini Split System Work Well?
While they can be used as the primary heating and cooling system for small spaces in moderate climates; mini-splits are more commonly used in rooms that don’t already have a heating and cooling system, such as an addition or finished basement. If you have a high-traffic space such as a kitchen or living room, you may want to consider installing an air conditioner in that area. Most of the year, a few strategically placed indoor units can meet all of a home’s heating and cooling requirements.Ductless mini split can also be used in rooms that are not connected to the rest of the house’s heating system.
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Guidance To Choose A Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner
When buying expensive and comforting devices, it is very important to consider few things while choosing them. So, here are few factors that will guide you to choose a ductless mini split air conditioner.
- Energy Star Rating
- EER and SEER
- BTUS
1. Energy Star Rating:
You should look for an ENERGY STAR Certification while choosing a ductless mini split air conditioner. In order to qualify as Energy Star ductless HVAC systems, they must meet strict standards imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and US Department of Energy.
2. EER and SEER:
Make sure the Energy Efficiency Rating (EER) and Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER) are high. It may be more expensive to install a ductless AC system with a higher rating, but will pay for itself in the long run, as it will cost less to operate.
3. BTUs:
As you shop for units, you’ll notice references to BTUs. A BTU is a British Thermal Unit. You need more BTUs to keep a large room cool.
Calculate the amount of BTUs you need based on the square footage of each room using an online calculator or chart. A 150-square-foot room, for example, requires up to 5000 BTUs. An area measuring 500 square feet needs 10,000 BTUs, while a 1,960-square-foot area requires 28,500 BTUs.
Advantages of Using a Mini Split System
- A ductless heat pump or air conditioner typically comprises of an indoor unit installed on the wall and an outdoor compressor. It’s most commonly employed in situations when a window air conditioner or baseboard heating would be preferable, such as a new home addition. The mini ductless units only require a small hole in the wall to be drilled, making them less subject to air leakage and security issues. They’re also less noticeable and audible.
- The ductless mini split systems are energy efficient. They are capable of saving at least 25% of monthly power bills.
- Inverter-driven compressors are also available in ductless variants, which allow the system to speed up and slow down depending on the needs of the system rather than shutting down completely.
Ductless Mini Split System Pricing
- The installation for a standard Wall mounted ductless mini split system costs between $700 to $4,100, in single zone and goes up to $8000 in multi-zone.
- The installation for an Indoor ceiling cassette ductless mini split system costs between $1,800 to $5,800, in single zone and goes up to $9,900 in multi-zone.
- The installation for an Indoor ceiling-suspended ductless mini split system costs between $2,400 to $6,400, in single zone and goes up to $8,000 in multi-zone.
- The installation for an Indoor floor-mounted ductless mini split system costs between $1,600 to $3,300, in single zone and goes up to $8,000 in multi-zone.
- The installation for an Indoor concealed ductless mini split system costs between $1,700 to $6,000, in single zone and goes up to $7,900 in multi-zone.
Conclusion
The benefits of a ductless system can only be realized if the system is properly sized and installed. Although a DIY approach is conceivable, Garland advises against it because the warranty will most certainly be voided. If the system is the improper size, the wall penetration is not sealed properly, or the sensitive electronics are mishandled, ductless will never work properly.
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