Some homes use central air conditioners. However, homeowners are switching to concealed mini-split systems for increased energy efficiency and versatility. Both operate similarly – they use a series of ducts and vents to circulate the air within the home, providing a cool and comfortable environment. 

The primary difference lies in their environmental impact. Traditional central air systems rely on outdated and inefficient cooling units in the summer. In the winter, they rely on fossil fuel-burning systems for heating. These systems consume massive amounts of energy and utilize outdated ozone-depleting refrigerants. 

Another major difference is their efficiency. Older central air systems could only cool homes with newer models offering heating and cooling. However, both are inefficient compared to mini-splits that use heat pump technology. 

Unlike central air systems, mini-splits with heat pump technology can heat homes as well as cool them. They resemble traditional AC systems and work in a similar way but offer clean efficient heating and cooling. Ducted mini-splits can extract heat from various sources. Air-source heat pumps are the most common, though there are ground-source geothermal and hybrid options.

Talk to our experts today or continue reading to better understand how heat pumps work.

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Heat Pumps

Heat pumps work by moving heat from one place to another.

During the summer, heat pumps transfer heat from the inside of a building to the outside.

In the winter, heat pumps work in reverse, they target heat outside and relocate it inside.

Heat pumps can introduce a plethora of benefits to your home:

• Improved Air Quality: Heat pumps don’t rely on the combustion of fossil fuels or fuel storage, they run on electricity. Heat pumps have the lowest carbon emissions of any heating source. This improves air quality.

• Heating and Cooling: During the winter, heat pumps warm your home at peak efficiency even in colder climates like here in the Hudson Valley. In the summer, they serve as the most eco-friendly method of cooling your home available.

• Performance: Heat pumps perform well in colder climates like New York, and double as a cooling system during the summer months.

• Precise Temperature Control: The combination of ducted and ductless heat pump technology allows you to control individual heating and cooling preferences. This means you can adjust the temperature of different rooms in your home. 

• Convenience: Heat pumps eliminate the need to install and remove window A/C units. Better yet, you’ll never deal with the hassle of scheduling fuel deliveries and unstable fuel costs!

• Minimal Maintenance: Heat pumps require minimal maintenance. Ideally, the recommended schedule is twice a year. Your technician would perform maintenance in the spring for summer, and again in the fall for winter. 

The Benefits of a Ducted Mini-Split System

Ducted mini-split systems serve as an energy-efficient, environment conscious upgrade.

Here’s a rundown of the benefits that a concealed duct mini split system offers:

• More Space in Your Home: Ducted heat pumps remove the need for an air handling unit to be present in every room.

• Discreet Heating and Cooling: A main benefit of ducted mini-splits is their discreet design, hiding the primary components of the system.

• Energy Savings: All modern mini-split systems use proprietary inverter technology. They supply hot or cool air based on room conditions, maintaining the ideal temperature in the most efficient way possible.

• Flexible Installation: Ducted mini-splits offer flexibility in location choice. This is due to major components being installed in attics, and crawl spaces, or behind walls and ceilings,

Ducted mini-split systems work the same way as ductless mini-split systems.

They can also use your home’s existing ductwork to push cool air through your home.

Ducted vs Ductless Mini-Splits

Ductless Mini-split systems consist of an indoor unit, sometimes referred to as a head unit, in each room to be conditioned along with an outdoor unit. Systems that consist of one outdoor unit per indoor unit are referred to as one-to-ones. However, with today’s advanced technology, most outdoor units can power multiple indoor units. 

Ducted heat pumps connect an outdoor unit to a central indoor unit which uses air ducts to spread heated or cooled air throughout your home. Mini-split systems that don’t require new or pre-existing ductwork are referred to as ductless systems.

Some companies do not do ductwork. 

First-time ductwork installation or replacement is a difficult home renovation. It not only requires opening up walls, but ductwork also requires proper insulation and sealing. In contrast, ductless systems require mounting an indoor unit and connecting an outdoor unit by creating a small hole through an external wall.

Ducted heat pumps can often be a better fit for homeowners looking for an HVAC upgrade. The design of ductless mini-split systems often make them a great choice, but can be less optimal for complex indoor areas. Ducted heat pumps have the ability to deliver air to multiple levels and rooms simultaneously.

Choose Ardor Construction For Your Ducted Mini-Split Needs

The team at Ardor Construction has years of experience within the HVAC industry. We have the knowledge and resources available to provide you with a range of concealed mini-split system services, including ductwork.

We’re dedicated to providing exemplary ducted mini-split service. We work hard to keep you comfortable. Reduce your carbon footprint and energy bills in a healthy, comfortable, and modern home.

Schedule a Consultation Today!

Ardor Construction is a top provider of concealed duct mini split system options and services. If you’re interested or have questions, get in touch today. 

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