How to Heat and Cool a New Addition on Your House That’s Without Ductwork
Whether you add a sunroom, family room or other space to your house, being comfy in your new space throughout the year is important. However, they can create a unique challenge for comfort. This is because installing ductwork is pricey. And that your heating and cooling system may not be work properly with the increased load, because it was sized without considering the addition.
One of the most affordable solutions is to add a mini-split. This system offers energy-efficient heating and cooling, with no ductwork required. Learn more about mini-splits and how installing one in your addition might be a fantastic solution.
All About Mini-Splits and How They Heat and Cool
A ductless mini-split, as they’re very similar to ducted heat pumps that southern homeowners have used for decades.
Heat pumps are very energy efficient as they transfer heat to make your addition comfier. In reality, many have reached ENERGY STAR® certification, which can make you eligible for added rebates and reduce your heating and cooling expenses for many years.
Another special feature involves zoned heating and cooling. As each room often has a dedicated indoor unit, you can choose your preferred temperature from room to room. For example, a mini-split AC is especially helpful if you have a space with precise temperature needs, including a home gym.
Why a Mini-Split is Worth It for Your Room
Installing a mini-split system is worth it for areas that don’t have ductwork. Here are a couple reasons why it’s smarter than extending ductwork and using your present heating and cooling system.
- Extending ductwork is pricey. Extending ductwork in your new addition can add up quickly. Although the precise cost will depend on your unique situation, it be as much as thousands of dollars.
- Your current home comfort system could become overwhelmed. When your present heating and cooling system was put in, it was based on the square footage of your home prior to the addition. This could overwhelm your system and make it wear out faster.
- Your comfort could be impacted. Because your heating and cooling system is sized for precise square footage, your comfort may decrease if your system is required to take care of a larger location. Your heating and cooling may be less effective, and your energy costs could get more expensive since the system needs to operate more regularly.
What Size Mini-Split You Need
Like regular systems, mini-splits come in various sizes based on the square footage they’ll be heating and cooling. Here are three of the most regularly installed sizes:
- 400-650 square feet – 12,000 BTU mini-split
- 600-1,000 square feet – 18,000 BTU mini-split
- 800-1,300 square feet – 24,000 BTU mini-split
When you partner our Experts at Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning, we’ll help you select the proper size for your new space. And your price point.
An ENERGY STAR mini-split unit can result in big energy savings over its lifetime, which can be 20 years or more when routinely maintained. ENERGY STAR says installing one can save you 60% on heating and 30% on cooling, when compared to an electric heating system and conventional air conditioner.
Trust Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning for Your Mini-Split Installation
From addressing all your questions and helping you pick the ideal model to providing Expert mini-split installation, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning can take care of all your mini-split needs. If you’re planning a home addition or recently completed one, we can provide support. Give us a call at 954-736-4314 today to request a free consultation and estimate.
