I live in an area that doesn’t necessitate whole-house air conditioning.
Our summer weather doesn’t last more than a few months.
However, the temperature can quickly soar into the high eighties or even the low nineties and the humidity is a problem. For a few years, we got by with window air conditioners in the bedrooms. I wasn’t happy with hauling these units down from the attic every spring and carrying them back up in the fall. I didn’t like the appearance of the equipment and the loss of the view from the window. I felt that the portable units were also a security risk. I started researching different makes and models of central air conditioners. I found that the higher efficiency options are quite expensive. I then came across ductless systems. The ductless system consists of an outdoor compressor that links by way of a slender conduit to multiple indoor air handlers. The installation is non-invasive and typically completed in a single afternoon. The cost of the system is significantly less than central air conditioning. Plus, ductless technology offers the added benefit of zone control. Each indoor air handler features its own thermostat that allows customized temperature settings. A ductless alternative is more energy efficient than a traditional air conditioner and operation is less noisy. Choosing a ductless heat pump provided supplemental heating, reducing the workload of the furnace. Having the ductless system has significantly improved the comfort of the home, allowed family members to adjust temperature to their preferences and helped to trim heating costs. It has definitely increased the enjoyment and value of the home.