How Ductless Mini Splits Can Beat the Summer Heat
Summer is getting into full swing, and that means that Independence Day is just around the corner. If homeowners haven’t already started hosting summer parties, Independence Day is undoubtedly an excellent occasion to celebrate the summer.
Summer parties often take place outdoors in backyards and on patios so guests can enjoy the outdoors on summer nights. One of the problems with hosting outdoor parties is that it can mean that guests are constantly coming in and out of the house to get food or use the facilities. This can place an unnecessary load on a home’s cooling system, causing bills to rise or the home to be uncomfortable from the buildup of heat and humidity.
A great way to beat the heat during summer get-togethers is a ductless mini-split system. These local Seaside HVAC installers are here to share more information.
How Does Ductless Cooling Work?
A ductless AC system is an innovation in the HVAC industry that combines convenience, low prices, and green technology. Ductless AC systems operate on principles similar to conventional heat pumps, but they distribute cold air without conventional ductwork. Instead of installing or maintaining ductwork, cool heads are installed strategically around the home to ensure an adequate quantity of cool air.
Because ductless systems are a series of different blowers, they can be zone controlled to cool only the areas that need to be cooled. This saves money since a conventional system would attempt to cool the whole house when only a couple of rooms need to be controlled. This is a great option for summer entertainment when heat loads increase in a few rooms.
Advantages of Ductless Cooling
There are several advantages to ductless systems, especially in the context of busy homes during the summer:
- Zone Control: Only warm areas need to be cooled, so the kitchen and living room can be cooled when guests are around for parties, but the rest of the house won’t be wasting energy.
- Environmentally-Friendly: Most ductless systems don’t use conventional refrigerants that are known environmental contaminants. Coupling this with reduced energy usage and ductless mini-splits is a very green alternative.
- No Ductwork: Ductwork is expensive to install and maintain properly. With ductless systems, maintenance is simplified.
Improving Indoor Air Quality with Ductless Mini Splits 
For homes that have indoor air quality problems, ductless mini splits may be able to help. Indoor air quality is governed by the amount of dust and humidity present in the air that makes it uncomfortable. Many problems with dust and allergies can be attributed to older ductwork that harbors dust and mold. By bypassing existing ductwork and filtering the air in each room, a ductless system can clean the air better than a conventional HVAC unit.
Ductless systems can also more easily adjust the humidity in a zone. By controlling only the zones that need cooling, ductless systems remove built-up humidity as they cool the air. As a result, the air in a home with ductless systems is healthier and more comfortable.
About Chris Wilson Plumbing & Heating Repairs Inc
Chris Wilson Plumbing & Heating Repairs Inc is second-generation heating and air company in Seaside, CA. Their competent and clean-cut technicians are available for same-day service for residential and commercial customers. Contact them to learn more about ductless mini-splits today!
