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Ductless systems allow you to heat and cool your home without adding costly and inefficient ducts (ducts are used with forced air furnace systems). Ductless heat pumps are the best alternative for replacing baseboard and wall-mounted electric systems. They’re also a great option for replacing propane, wood, or even gas systems. Ductless systems also provide cooling in the summer, making them ideal replacements for window box A/C units, and more affordable than central air.
Ductless systems allow you to heat and cool your home without adding costly and inefficient ducts (ducts are used with forced air furnace systems. Ductless heat pumps are the best alternative for replacing baseboard and wall-mounted electric systems. They’re also a great option for replacing propane, wood, or even gas systems. Ductless systems also provide cooling in the summer, making them ideal replacements for window box A/C units, and more affordable than central air.
Components Of Ductless Mini-Split System:
Ductless Systems are comprised of two main parts:
1. An indoor air handling unity called the head.
Ductless mini-split systems are comprised of two main parts: an outdoor compressor unit and an indoor air handling unit, each hosting essential components for efficient temperature management.
Outdoor Unit:
- Compressor: The compressor transforms low-pressure gas into a high-pressure counterpart, streamlining the thermal heat transfer process.
- Coil: The condensing coil consists of many aluminum fins. It helps in the conversion of hot refrigerant from high-pressure gas to high-pressure liquid, a pivotal step in the cooling mechanism.
- Fan: It is a driving force in the outdoor unit, pushing air through the condenser, helping the release of stored heat energy into the outdoor environment.
Indoor Unit:
- Fan: It efficiently blows heated or cooled air throughout the room, creating a consistently comfortable indoor atmosphere.
- Copper Tubing: The thin copper tubing interconnecting the outdoor and indoor units carries refrigerated coolant, playing a dual role in the heating and cooling processes.
2. An outdoor compressor - more than one indoor unity can be connected to an outdoor compressor.
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Ductless heat pumps units (the outdoor compressor and indoor head) are connected by small pipes that carry refrigerant. The refrigerant conditions the air by removing heat.
In the summer, the system removes heat from inside your home and sends it outside. In the winter, the system removes heat from the air outside and brings it into your home. This keeps your home a consistent temperature year-round at a much lower monthly cost.
Ductless heat pumps units (the outdoor compressor and indoor head) are connected by small pipes that carry refrigerant. The refrigerant conditions the air by removing heat.
In the summer, the system removes heat from inside your home and sends it outside. In the winter, the system removes heat from the air outside and brings it into your home. This keeps your home a consistent temperature year-round at a much lower monthly cost.
In the Winter
The refrigerant pulls heat
from the outdoors to heat
your home.
The refrigerant pulls heat from the outdoors to heat your home.
In the Summer
The refrigerant pulls heat
from inside your home to cool it.
The refrigerant pulls heat from inside your home to cool it.
Ductless heat pumps are a simple, sensible solution. Ductless systems keep the temperature consistent in your home by using something called inverter technology. This allows them to avoid inconsistent temperature variations that occur with conventional heating systems. They use varying-speed compressors to deliver only the optimum amount of refrigerant. Unlike other heating systems that blast air in just one spot, ductless systems distribute air evenly throughout the room.
Today, 90% of homes in Japan, most homes throughout Europe, and many homes in other countries around the globe use this technology. But even with the increased savings, the biggest benefit our customers mention is improved comfort.
Ductless heat pumps are a simple, sensible solution. Ductless Systems keep the temperature consistent in your home by using something called inverter technology. This allows them to avoid inconsistent temperature variations that occur with conventional heating systems. They use varying-speed compressors to deliver only the optimum amount of refrigerant. Unlike other heating systems that blast air in just one spot, ductless systems distribute air evenly throughout the room.
Today, 90% of homes in Japan, most homes throughout Europe, and many homes in other countries around the globe use this technology. But even with the increased savings, the biggest benefit our customers mention is improved comfort.
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If you currently use electric heat in your home, specifically baseboard heaters, or are replacing an aging heating system, getting a ductless mini-split system might be the smartest decision you can make for your comfort and for your pocketbook this year.
There are many factors that should be considered when choosing the right ductless system into your home. This group of articles will educate you on the choices out there along with what you should consider for your home.
Every household item benefits from routine maintenance. Your ductless heating and cooling system is no different. The good news is, it is fairly simple. Let these articles give you an overview of the how and when of caring for your ductless system.
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The installation of your new ductless system is just as important as the brand you choose. It’s a smart decision made smarter by partnering with an installer you trust. Of course, we'd love to partner with you for your ductless heat pump installation, but as a company we are dedicated to helping you choose the right partner even if it isn’t Alpine Ductless. Let this group of articles help you make a confident decision.
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A ductless heat pump is a powerful system and one that can heat or cool and entire house. With the right size system for your home, you can heat or cool the basement to the attic, depending on your needs. Your ductless installer will help you determine the system capacity you need. Get a free estimate here.
Our customers that install a new ductless system see a major reduction in their heating costs throughout the year, often saving 25%–50% or more on monthly heating bills during the cold winter months. Ductless systems also provide cooling during the summer, making them an incredibly versatile choice for Pacific Northwest homes.
Ductless mini-splits are good for both heating and cooling your home. A ductless system will keep you and your family warm in the winter and cool all summer long.
Yes, ductless heat pumps work very well in cold weather. Your mini-split can usually heat to a low outdoor temp of -5 degrees, or in some cases lower. Its efficiency keeps your home comfortable on its own most of the time. However, on those extremely cold days, if you feel your ductless system needs a boost, you can run your backup heating system in addition to or instead of it. Although running only your ductless system will be the most efficient, adding a backup heating system on the coldest of days is okay, too. It ultimately depends on your comfort preference.
A ductless heat pump system operates without the use of ductwork. It's great for older historic homes without ductwork, or for newer additions to a home, such as for a sunroom, mancave, garage, or other add-on.
The number of ductless indoor units will greatly depend on the size and layout of your room. It’s best to consult with a ductless mini-split pro to assess your layout and determine how many indoor units are ideal for you.
Ductless heat pumps are suitable for both residential and commercial user. They offer quiet, comfortable heating and cooling for all types of buildings and spaces.
With property maintenance and care, a ductless heat pump can last up to twenty years or more.
A ductless heat pump can likely be installed in any room, depending on its proximity to the home’s structure. Your ductless installation professional will help you determine the ideal locations for your ductless unit so that you can take advantage of its heating and cooling all year long.
You will need to clean your ductless heat pump’s filter once a month. Then, on an ongoing basis, typically once every two years, it’s a good idea to have a professional deep clean your system.
Yes, a ductless heat pump can be used as a primary heating system. In fact, most ductless systems can heat homes when the temperatures outside are below zero. That said, it’s not a bad idea to have a backup system in place, depending on your personal comfort preferences.
Depending on your system, there is the opportunity to control your ductless mini-split via remote or app. Check with your ductless installer to determine which mini-split is best for you!
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Alpine Ductless is a certified ductless mini-split installer. We proudly serve the Thurston, Pierce, Mason, Lewis and South King county areas. Our goal is to help you determine the best system for heating and cooling your home.
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Alpine Ductless is a certified ductless mini-split installer. We proudly serve the Thurston, Pierce, Mason, Lewis and South King county areas. Our goal is to help you determine the best system for heating and cooling your home.