Ductless Systems in San Ramon, CA

Wait, Mini Splits Handle Heating and Cooling?

Yes! Ductless HVAC systems are heat pumps, which means they can both heat and cool your home. They do this by running similarly to a central air conditioner, which means they cycle refrigerant from a liquid state to a gaseous state, from outside to inside. This absorbs heat from inside your home (cooling it in the process) and disperses the heat outside where it can be released into the atmosphere. The nifty part of heat pump technology that differs from central AC units, is that heat pumps can run in reverse, pulling heat out of the atmosphere and releasing it inside your house.

This ingenious process is 300% more efficient than creating heat through burning gas or fuel, because it’s simply moving heat from one place to another instead of creating new heat. This efficiency is coupled with the fact that heat pumps run on electricity alone, meaning they’re the perfect eco-friendly solution for a home with solar panels, cheap electricity costs, or a family that wants to lower their carbon footprint.

Ductless systems do all of this from the small air handlers throughout your home, giving you the power and efficiency of a heat pump, in a small package that doesn’t use air ducts.

How Ductless AC, or Mini Split ACs, Works

Ductless air conditioners work via air handlers and refrigerant lines that run directly to an outdoor cabinet. Just like a central air conditioner, the compressor outside pressurizes the refrigerant which causes it to either absorb heat or release heat, depending on where it is.

If the system is set to cooling mode, it will absorb heat inside and release it outdoors. If the system is in heating mode, it will absorb heat outside and release it indoors. The cool thing is that each air handler can be set to a different temperature threshold, meaning your upstairs bedroom air handler can be set to 69, while the kitchen and living room system can be set to 73, and the system will dutifully handle that request exactly the way you want it to.

How Ductless Heaters Work

Heat is everywhere. Even on a cold winter’s day, heat exists in the atmosphere. It’s not as high of a quantity as it is during the summer, but it exists. That’s the most important part of understanding heat pump technology–harnessing the heat in the atmosphere and collecting it in one location.

Ductless mini splits use refrigerant to absorb heat from the atmosphere. Even when temperatures reach freezing, there’s still plenty of heat to be used by the system. It moves that heat indoors where it gets transferred to the air being blown out of the air handler mounted in your home. This is the concept of ductless heating and it works like a charm.

Don’t believe us? Schedule an appointment and let us show you how powerful this technology can be.

Is A Ductless System Right for Your Home?

The nifty part about ductless HVAC systems is that they can be perfect for any home. You don’t just need a small or unconventional house to use air handlers for heating and cooling–they fit many home aesthetics and are efficient in just about any setting. If you’d like a ductless system, just tell us and we can get started evaluating your home.

The tricky part about ductless heating and cooling is the investment cost. Ductless HVAC systems cost more to install than your average ducted heating or cooling system, and especially when compared to standard furnaces or a central AC. This is due to the fact that they’re more high-tech and aren’t as numerous as these older more popular systems. If you’re on a strict budget, a ductless HVAC system might not be the best choice. But they could get even more affordable in the coming years, so stay tuned!

Also, don’t forget that you can save big on a ductless system installation by looking into federal tax incentives, statewide incentives, and even our local promotions. With federal tax credits and rebates you could save up to $5,100 on a new mini split installation, which can cut the initial cost down considerably. This is a big time for this technology, and this could make the difference between whether you can afford this kind of system or not.

Professional Ductless Heat Pump Installation Delivers the Most Efficiency

Ductless Heat Pump Installation

Even if they seem simple to install, ductless heat pumps are not! These units need to be correctly sized for your home, placed in strategic locations, and ultimately set up with tight seal to the outdoor unit. Any hitch in this kind of installation can lead to subpar efficiency levels, poor comfort, or a broken down system. And if you’re going to spend money on a ductless mini split system, why gamble with it?

Our team is licensed, insured, and experienced. These can be important for installation in many ways.

• Licensure is vital because it’s the only straightforward way to get a system installed. Many mini splits come with a manufacturer warranty or coverage plan that instantly gets voided if the system is worked on or installed by an unlicensed technician. Our technicians do everything by the book.
• Insurance is always good. In the case that something goes seriously wrong, like the unit just happens to be broken on arrival or the technician gets injured on your property due to a malfunction, you are never held liable. Insurance is a must-have for this kind of work.
• Experience is important because it’s required to problem solve unique situations and home setups that are not common. Our team has installed countless ductless mini splits so we know how to get these set up correctly so you can stay comfy.

The Most Common Ductless Mini Split Repairs

Ductless Repair Services

Ductless mini splits can run into issues just like any HVAC system, but there are a few key differences.

• Ductless systems avoid any kind of issues that come with ducts. Remember, they don’t use air ducts, which is a big boon for customers who are tired of hearing about leaky or broken duct systems.
• Ductless systems can have problems with individual air handlers, like a broken blower fan or an electrical malfunction. The good news with this is that the other air handlers will continue to work while you get this one repaired.
• Since ductless units are heat pumps, they can run into problems with leaking refrigerant, fans, motors, and electrical components that heat pumps regularly see. But with this technology becoming more common, it’s easier for us to find replacement parts and deal with these issues head-on.

For any and all ductless repairs–we’ve got you covered.

We’ll Handle Replacing Your Ductless Split System When It’s Time

Ductless Replacement

Like any heat pump, a ductless unit will only realistically last 10-15 years. This is not a hard end date, but it’s usually when a lot of the components start to deteriorate and require replacement. And replacing every single component in your system as it breaks down is a lot more expensive than just signing up for a new replacement system.

Our team prides itself on being with our customers from start to finish. We don’t lie to our customers and tell them that this system will work forever. We can plan with you for the date when it finally runs its course and requires replacement. And at that point, we will take very good care of you.

What Your Ductless System Will Get from Our Maintenance Package

Ductless Maintenance

Ductless HVAC systems require routine maintenance in order to operate at peak efficiency levels. Since these units are hyper-efficient when compared to conventional systems, maintenance is even more valuable than it would be on a less expensive, less efficient HVAC system.

Also, keep in mind that ductless mini splits are heat pumps, working throughout the heating and cooling seasons. This means that the system requires maintenance twice a year, not just once, so it can stay strong as your residential heating system and air conditioning unit. With this kind of maintenance package, you’ll see high efficiency levels and fewer repairs for a long time to come.

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