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Before you start considering cooling options for the spring and summer, Air Expo Heating and Air Conditioning in Butler recommends considering how your current heating system stood up to the record-breaking lows that New Jersey experienced this winter. If you find that you were never comfortable or were paying too much in energy bills, it’s time to think about whether you’ll want your next climate control setup to be a ductless system or central heating. To help you make an informed decision, these heating and cooling specialists highlight a few important differences between these two popular options. 

Central Heating Vs. Ductless Systems

Configuration

If you have a furnace, boiler, or HVAC system, you have central heat.  This is any system in which heat is created at one central combustion point and delivered to other areas of the home through ducted ventilation.

By contrast, ductless systems are designed to deliver warmth by pumping it into a single area of the home. These devices are fixed onto a wall and generally heat one to two rooms, depending on the layout of the living space.

Comfort & Control

Central heat may be effective at warming up a home, but it’s not always a comfortable experience. For example, hot air may not reach an ideal temperature or warm certain areas of the home. In terms of customization, the temperature selected on the thermostat is what everyone in the house will have to tolerate.

ductless systemSince ductless systems are designed to efficiently heat up a single zone of the home, there is much more room to customize your settings to achieve maximum comfort.

Installation

Whether you’re installing completely new ductwork or replacing a very old furnace, central air installation can be a costly and complicated endeavor. Ductless installation only requires a small hole in the wall that can comfortably accommodate the exterior and interior sections of the system.  The whole process should take no longer than a day.

Cost

In terms of overall cost, ductless is a clear winner. For starters, these systems last just as long as furnaces, boilers, and HVAC systems, but are less expensive to purchase and install. The equipment also tends to be more energy-efficient, allowing consumers to save money on their heating costs.

If you’re ready to explore new central or ductless options, Air Expo Heating and Air Conditioning can introduce you to some of the most advanced products available today. As a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Contractor™, this local business has access to efficient, quiet, and easy-to-use ductless systems. Visit this provider online to learn more about these products or call (973) 283-0300 to speak to a specialist about upgrading your home’s climate control setup.

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