Learn How a Ductless System Can Save You Money and Improve Your Home Comfort

Are you looking for a simple way to save on energy costs and still stay comfortable in your home? An energy-efficient ductless system may be just what you need! Ductless systems have been around for years, but until recently, most people had never heard about them. In recent years, more homeowners are turning to these innovative systems as an alternative form of HVAC because of their efficiency and convenience. 

Check out the many benefits of a ductless system – from improved air quality to reduce utility bills – that make it a great choice for anyone who wants to stay warm and cozy without overspending on electricity or heating fuel. Read on to learn how installing one can drastically improve your home’s comfort levels!

What is a Ductless System?

A ductless system is an energy-efficient home comfort solution that works by splitting warm and cool air from a single outdoor unit and distributing it throughout one or multiple indoor units. Ductless systems are especially beneficial for those with existing homes without any existing ductwork, as the installation of traditional HVAC systems would require time-consuming and costly modifications. 

Ductless systems are ideal for smaller homes, apartments, condos, additions to existing homes or any place where traditional central HVAC systems are not feasible or too expensive to install. The typical ductless system consists of two components: an outdoor unit (heat pump) and one or more indoor air handlers connected to it via a conduit that contains electrical lines, condensate tubing (to carry away collected moisture), as well as refrigerant flow control lines.

How Can A Ductless System Save You Money?

Installing a ductless system in your home can save you money on your energy bills. This is because ductless systems are very efficient, offering several benefits over traditional forced air HVAC systems. 

First off, they don’t require the use of ducts to heat and cool your home—and that means you don’t have to worry about the costs associated with installing and maintaining them. Because there are no ducts, the amount of energy lost through leaks or degraded insulation is drastically reduced compared to other heating systems. Ductless mini-split systems also allow you to control the temperature in each room individually, so if one area isn’t being used as often as others, you won’t waste money heating space that isn’t needed. 

In addition, homes with older ductwork run much less efficiently than those without due to air leakage from age or poor installation, making it harder for a central AC unit to keep up with cooling demand–but using a split system can help alleviate this issue by providing more localized cooling capabilities that focus squarely on areas within direct line of sight where most of the hot spots may develop within a living space; thus reducing overall usage cost as well.  

Furthermore, since these units are self-contained and insulated, they come equipped with their own thermostats, which can be set at different temperatures throughout multiple zones allowing users an unprecedented level of precision when it comes to controlling their environment–so whether its summertime or wintertime these particular features give homeowners unparalleled access in terms of managing their indoor environment(s) and related expenses along with it! Finally, unlike traditional central AC units, which take large chunks out of power bills–ductless alternatives tend to utilize smaller amounts of electricity, thus inverting those prior peaks into far more manageable daily averages over time, resulting in considerable savings all year-round!

Make The Most Out of a Ductless System!

How can you take advantage of the cost savings associated with a ductless system? Here are some tips: 

1. Choose the Right Size System – Make sure that when purchasing a new ductless HVAC system, you get one that fits your home’s size needs perfectly. If the unit is too small or large for your space, it won’t be able to regulate temperature effectively, which can lead to higher energy bills due to inefficient energy usage. 

2. Set Appropriate Temperatures – While comfort should always be top-of-mind with any HVAC decision, remember not to let temperatures soar unnecessarily high (or low) throughout the day in order to conserve energy use as much as possible… Setting back thermostats by 7°F during eight hours each day could potentially help reduce annual electricity costs by up to 10%.  

3. Investigate Rebates & Incentives – Many utility companies offer incentives like rebates or tax credits when installing INVERTER Hyper Heating systems which provide powerful heat even when outdoor temperatures drop below -13F and also produces savings year-round through its dual temperature technology–keeping homes cool during hot summer months while providing efficient heating during cold winter months without having to switch out equipment like traditional systems require. Many states have specific incentive programs available, so researching those options may provide additional potential money-saving opportunities!  

4 Regularly Replace Filters – Changing your filters regularly will keep dirt from clogging up the components of your unit, allowing it to work more efficiently overall, improving performance quality while reducing strain on its parts resulting in fewer repairs needed down the line, which equates to long term cost savings at the end of the life cycle. 

By following these tips along with regular maintenance checks on both indoor/outdoor units provided by professional technicians once every two years (or more often, depending on the environment), homeowners can ensure their investment into a ductless solution not only pays off right away but continues saving them money over time!

If you need a service, call us at Excellent Air Heating & Cooling today!