Mini-Splits vs. Central Air: Which is Better for Your Home?
When it comes to home comfort during a hot Pennsylvania summer, choosing the right air conditioning system is crucial. Both central air and mini-split systems offer efficient heating and cooling, but they have distinct advantages depending on your needs.
Central Air Conditioning Systems offer:
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Increased comfort: Your home’s temperature is controlled by one thermostat, and that provides consistent and stable cooling throughout.
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Compatibility with existing ductwork: The central air systems installed by Harris Comfort are compatible with your home’s heating system ducts, so there is no need to install new ductwork.
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Invisibility: These systems let air flow into rooms through a vent in your home’s walls or ceilings. The large compressor unit is usually outside your home, and it won’t be an eyesore to guests.
Ductless Mini-Splits offer:
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Energy efficiency: Ductless mini-splits are designed to minimize heating loss, and you’ll see reduced energy bills as a result.
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Targeted cooling: You can control the temperature in individual rooms, and turn off the units in rooms that are unoccupied with the power of ductless mini-splits. This is another way you can save on energy costs.
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Dual functionality: Special filters for some ductless mini-split units are available, which can help maintain your home’s air quality.
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Easy installation: These units do not require access to your existing ductwork, so they can be installed in practically any room. This is perfect for rooms not connected to your home’s central air system, such as attics, basements, or extensions.
Whether you go ducted or ductless, Harris Comfort is here to help you. We provide duct cleaning for our central air customers to help ensure maximum efficiency and air quality, and service plans to protect your equipment. We’re proud to offer ENERGY STAR®-certified air conditioning products from Mitsubishi, Carrier, Trane, and Lennox, and our technicians will help you decide on the unit that best suits your needs. If you’re located in Bucks County, you can count on Harris Comfort to keep you cool all summer long.
Visit our cooling equipment page for more information, and contact us to schedule an equipment evaluation.
