DUCTLESS, MINI-SPLIT
Mounted on a wall, a ductless, mini-split air conditioner provides zoned cooling without the ductwork.
LIFE SPAN: 12-15 years
CHOOSING YOUR A/C
Ductless mini-splits can provide cooling as well as hoating. They are highly efficient , work in all climate zones and can be an affordable alternative to installing a ducted system.
PRO
Easy to install and avoids energy loss associated with ductwork.
CON
Is expensive- in homes with existing ductwork, a mini-split can cost 30 percent more that adding an air conditioner unit the existing system.
TIP
Keep the compressor (the part of the unit outside) clean to prevent overheating.
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