The expected life of a mini split system depends greatly on routine maintenance. We would recommend preventative maintenance visits at least once a year. If care is taken to maintain your equipment, you should expect [...]
Mini splits are extremely energy efficient. Some models offer SEER ratings of up to 29. For reference, a standard ducted AC system is rated at approximately 13-15 SEER.
Pros – mini splits do not require a central duct system so they can be installed in a non-invasive manner compared to installing duct work in the home (think older homes with boiler heat, summer [...]
Almost all mini splits manufactured today are heat pumps by definition. They utilize a reversing valve, just like a ducted heat pump, to reverse the refrigeration cycle and produce warm air from the indoor coil [...]
A “mini split” is a ductless air conditioning system. Instead of utilizing one central duct system to distribute air to multiple registers, a ductless mini split distributes conditioned air from individual fan/evaporator coil units in [...]
Generally, you should change your filter every 30 to 60 days. Depending on the amount of foot traffic in your home and if you have pets you may need to change them sooner to keep [...]
Some of the most common pollutants in an average home include mold, radon, pet dander and tobacco smoke.
Yes. Poor air quality can make you sick, and it can also worsen symptoms for those with respiratory conditions like allergies or asthma.
Heat pumps are no harder to maintain than a standard air conditioning unit, but one thing to be aware of is the effect of ice and snow on a heat pump. The pump’s outdoor fan [...]
Typically no, especially when we look at the updated equipment Lennox is offering. Some of their heat pumps have operating noise levels as low as 48 dB!
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