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If your home is equipped with central air conditioning, cooled air travels from the AC unit through the ducts and into your living space. It’s a popular cooling method, but it’s not the only available option. Ductless air conditioning, or mini-split air conditioning, is a relatively new technology eliminating the need for ductwork. But the problem is, it’s not completely understood. Common myths about ductless systems are holding property owners back.

Here are three myths about ductless air conditioning systems you should be aware of:

  • ductlessDuctless Systems Only Work for New Construction: Many new homes and businesses are built with mini-split air conditioning systems, but it doesn’t mean your older home can’t benefit from one as well. Ductless systems are easy to install and don’t take up a lot of room. They can replace your old central cooling system, and all you have to do is block your old ducts.
  • Ductless Air Conditioners Don’t Maintain an Even Temperature: As long as your mini-split system is well-maintained and installed properly, you will enjoy an even temperature throughout your entire home. Window AC units often fail to disperse the cooled air, but mini-split systems use advanced technology to circulate air evenly throughout the room. You should be just as comfortable directly in front of the AC unit as you are on the opposite side of the room.
  • Mini-Split Systems Are Bad for Air Quality: In addition to keeping your home cool, your air conditioner is also at least partly responsible for maintaining interior air quality. Many people think ductless systems circulate air pollution and diseases through the air, but this isn’t true. They’re equipped with filters and self-cleaning functions to keep the air clean and pure.

If you’re debating whether or not to install a ductless cooling system, don’t make a decision without speaking with an experienced HVAC contractor. Duncklee Cooling & Heating in Stonington, CT, specializes in ductless cooling, and the experts will give you honest answers to all of your questions. Call them at (860) 535-2552, or visit the website for more information.

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