All About Mini-Split Air Conditioners: What They Are and How They Operate

The majority of homeowners are informed about central air conditioners. 

Mini-split systems are a type of ductless heating and cooling. Rather than giving conditioned air to the entire house through a network of air ducts, they heat and cool a lone room at a time. This delivers more advanced temperature control, increasing comfort and energy efficiency. 

How Do Mini-Split Air Conditioners Work? 

Mini-splits most closely resemble heat pumps in the way they run. Both kinds of equipment offer electric cooling, just like an air conditioner. This involves using refrigerant to extract heat from inside a building and exhausting that warm air outside. Then, a reversing valve permits the system to operate backward, adding warmth to your house in the winter by extracting heat from outdoor air and bringing it inside. 

The biggest contrast between mini-splits and heat pumps is that mini-split systems don’t require ductwork. As an alternative, the indoor unit has a built-in air handler, which fits directly on the wall or ceiling in the space you wish to heat and cool. Copper tubes, wiring and a condensate drain line join to an outdoor condensing unit through a small conduit in the wall. This exterior component looks like an air conditioner or heat pump condenser. 

Multiple indoor units can work off of one outdoor condenser, permitting you to heat and cool your total residence with this system if if you want. This set-up also makes zoning practical, an extremely coveted feature that allows you to determine when, where and how much you heat and cool individual areas. 

Is a Ductless Mini-Split the Best Option for My Home? 

Mini-splits are a good solution for most households. Think over these reasons why getting a ductless mini-split may be right for your needs: 

• You can heat and cool an entire residence that doesn’t have existing ductwork. 
• You can switch off the heat and air conditioning in unused spaces to save on your heating and cooling expenses. 

• Mini-splits deliver extra heating and cooling for spaces that are tricky to keep comfortable. 
• Use a ductless system to heat and cool a home addition or enclosed porch without the cost of installing ductwork or the hassle of having window AC units. 
• Mini split systems are the ideal choice for spaces where traditional ducts is impractical. A few examples might be period houses, tiny homes, temperature controlled sheds or workshops, or garage conversions. 

What are the Perks of a Mini-Split System? 

Ductless mini-splits are very efficient systems, but you may still be thinking why you would want to install it over a common furnace and air conditioner. Here’s why a growing number of Winnipeg homeowners are getting ductless mini-splits: 

• Avoid the drawbacks of ductwork: By giving heated and cooled air directly, air doesn’t pass through leaky air ducts on its way to all rooms. This can save you as much as 30 percent on your heating and cooling bills. Plus, if your house doesn’t already have ducts, you avoid the annoyance and expense connected to adding them. 
• Choose the ideal setting for all rooms: With zoned heating and cooling from a ductless mini-split, you can keep an office chilly while maintaining a comfortable nursery—all while optimizing energy efficiency. 
• Conserve money and energy by not heating and cooling empty rooms: Shutting supply registers in a central HVAC system can throw it off kilter, putting strain on the equipment and negating any potential savings. But with detached air handlers in all rooms, you can heat and cool specific spaces only when you need them. 

Trust Winnipeg Supply Service Experts to Install Your Mini-Split Air Conditioner 

As with standard HVAC systems, ductless mini-splits need accurate sizing and Expert installation to provide the best performance. Our skilled mini split installers in Winnipeg can help you decide if a mini-split system will match your needs. We can then help you with figuring out the precise equipment size and model to make your home as comfortable and energy-efficient as possible. 

For added details, or to book an appointment, contact Winnipeg Supply Service Experts at 204-800-0613. You can also schedule an appointment online.