Many of Northern New Jersey's older and historic homes were built without ductwork, making traditional central air impractical. Ductless mini-splits solve that problem elegantly.
How they work
A mini-split pairs an outdoor compressor with one or more indoor units mounted high on the wall. Refrigerant lines run between them through a small hole in the wall — no ductwork required. Each indoor unit cools (and often heats) its own zone.
The advantages
- No ductwork needed — ideal for older homes and additions
- Zone control: cool only the rooms you're using
- High efficiency and low operating cost
- Quiet operation
- Many models provide heating too, for year-round use
Where they shine
Mini-splits are perfect for homes without ducts, additions and converted spaces, sunrooms, finished attics and basements, and any room that's always too hot or too cold. They're also great for supplementing an existing system in problem areas.
Installation
A professional sizes the system to each zone and installs the indoor and outdoor units. Proper sizing is key — an oversized unit short-cycles and wastes energy. A licensed HVAC technician ensures the right fit.
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