At Kingersons you will find several options
for mini split air conditioning system, Portable
Air Conditioners, PTAC's, Ceiling Ac's and
many other kinds of AC products at lowest
price for both residential and commercial
applications. We have a wide range of products
from brands like Mitsubishi, LG, YMGI, Friedrich,
Sanyo, Shinco, Klimaire, Air Con etc. We
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What
are mini split air conditioners?
Like the central air conditioner units,
ductless mini split air conditioners have
two main components: an outdoor compressor/condenser,
and an indoor air-handling unit. A conduit,
which houses the power cable, refrigerant
tubing, suction tubing, and a condensate
drain, links the outdoor and indoor units
through a small hole (3 inches usually)
that is drilled in the wall of the building.
The main advantages of mini split air
conditioners are their small size and
flexibility for zoning or heating and
cooling individual rooms. The number depends
on how much heating or cooling is required
for the building or each zone (which is
also affected by how well the building
is insulated). Since each of the split
air conditioner zones/rooms will have
it's own thermostat, you only need to
condition that area when someone is present,
which saves energy and money. If you are
in a office building at a higher floor,
you can also install Outside Compressor
using our Wall Bracket.
BELOW
ARE FEW EXAMPLES OF FRIEDRICH AND LG BRAND,
BUT YOU CAN BUY ANY OF THE ABOVE BRANDS
WITH SIMILAR FEATURES AND SEVERAL DIFFERENT
OPTIONS:
Why
choose us ? SIMPLE WE HAVE
ALL THAT YOU NEED AND LOT MORE! 1. Many options to compare
- We have brands like Friedrich, LG, YMGI,
Carrier, Sanyo, Klimaire, Shinco, Haier,
etc. This means you have low to high end
prices from different brands with several
different options to choose from. 2. Best Possible Warranty on all
Air Conditioners - Most of our
Split air conditioners have 5 years compressor
and 3 years on parts. 3. Quality - Quality
has always been our number one goal. We
do not sell cheap brands with poor quality
at cheap prices like some of other wholesalers
do. We instead sell quality mini split air conditioning system at cheap prices, by eliminating
the middle man/agent. Our brands are one
of the best in the industry and have excellent
feedbacks and ratings from customers.
You can compare the features with any
top brands and you will see them all here
on our website. 4. LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE -
We will not match but beat all the prices
that you have from other stores and if
we can't, we will give you a product FREE
(see details) as long as we are comparing
apples to apples. 5. We are listed with Better Business
Bureau. SO REST ASSURED THAT
YOU ARE BUYING FROM A RELIABLE COMPANY
AND NOT SCAMMERS ONLINE. We have been
selling air conditioners for decades.
6. GET FREE GIFTS WITH
ALL OF OUR AC'S (Check all details on
our website) . 7. Excellent after sales tech
support provided in case you
need help with installation. 8. Need suggestions before purchase?
Call us. With experienced staff
on hand we can help you make the right
decision that can not only effect your
heating and cooling but also can help
you save money on energy bills. 9. Fast shipping! We
usually will ship the product same or
next day. Our customers receive the packages
normally within 1-5 business days once
shipped. 10. New Versions! Advanced features!
Complete packages With or without install
kits! Find them all here...
Which
is the best air conditioner? Which brand
is better?
With
so many different brands out there it
does get confusing for the consumers when
choosing mini split air conditioning system. We
receive calls from confused consumers
every single day not knowing which brand
to buy. Simple way to figure that out
is by checking your requirement first,
then the features you would like in your
AC and based on all this you can finally
narrow it down to three brands. Then see
which one has best package deal, who has
the better warranty and ofcourse if two
brands provide similar packages and same
warranty then it comes to who has the
better price. PLEASE DO NOT go for AC
unit that is $50 cheap but has less features
or poor SEER rating. It is never worth
it. We have had customers who ended up
buying SEER 13 product when SEER 15 was
available with low ambient operation for
$50 more. They ended up spending $175
later in winter to buy the back up electric
heater, as the standard SEER 13 would
not produce heat when the outside temperature
went below 15 deg. In short if you buy
a high SEER AC unit, with inverter technology,
low ambience operation etc, you pay more
today, but it is your cheaper option in
the long run, as you save $60 approx.
per month on electrical bills, depending
upon other variable factors as well. Plus
they work lot more better than your regular
standard units with lot more advanced
features. If price is not a big concern,
we rate Mitsubishi, LG and YMGI units
as THE BEST in the industry. If you need
quality mini split air conditioning system with
great customer feedbacks and reviews but
bit cheaper than LG or Mitsubishi, we
would recommend YMGI brand. Klimaire or
Aircon would be your next best cheaper
options in terms of quality and pricing.
As per our customer feedbacks and reviews
our TOP 6 brands are :
1.
Mitsubishi mini split air conditioning system: From wall mounts
to ceiling cassette, from residential
to commercial units, Mitsubishi has a
wide range of unit. Starting from SEER
13 to as high as SEER 26. Their FE model
are the best fo colder weather conditions
that no other brand offer. FE models will
produce heat in temeratures as low as
minus 13 deg outside weather conditions.
2.
LG mini split air conditioning system:
Again LG is a big name brand. Excellent
product. Comes with ART COOL and MIRROR
PANELS that you cannot find in any other
brand. LG products are seen a lot in european
countries. LG has both standard and Inverter
type units with high SEER ratings. Their
dual zones and tri zone are only one of
the few in the industry that qualifies
for federal tax credits. They have quality
single zones that are standard, but they
do have INVERTER units as well with high
SEER product.
3.
YMGI mini split air conditioning system:
YMGI products are very popular mainly
for quality products and good tech support
in place and their prices are cheaper
than most. Their product quality is excellent
with good feedback from customers and
their promotional prices are unbeatable.
Their single zones 9000 btu, 12000 btu
and 18000 btu qualify for federal tax
credits (see details). Some of their dual
and tri zones can run on different modes
unlike other brands. For example, if you
buy a dual zone from this brand, one indoor
unit can run on a AC mode and other can
run on a heat mode at the same time. Whereas
with other brands both the indoor units
are supposed to be either on AC or heat
mode.
4.
Klimaire mini split air conditioning system:
Their products are equipped with a state
of the art inverter compressor & heat
pump. Most current models are also ENERGY
STAR certified just like YMGI, Mitsubishi
or LG products, therefore are eligible
for tax credits. Each unit also comes
with a installation kit. Klimaire mini split air conditioning system are perfect balance of
power and efficiency at an extreme low
price!
4.
Friedrich mini split air conditioning system:
One of the top brands in the Industry.
Excellent product. Great tech support
offered to our existing customers, no
complaints whatsoever with this brand.
This brand offers high SEER products with
inverter technology like YMGI, Mitsubishi
or LG. But they are a bit over priced
similar to Fujitsu or Sanyo systems.
5.
Aircon mini split air conditioning system
: Aircon systems are very reliable
units are great prices. They have great
customer support in place. Their prices
are low , they come with install kits
and they have a very good selection of
SEER 13 - as high as SEER 20 single zone
systems.
What
size mini split air conditioning system would be
good for my application? How to choose
the right AC?
Keep
a pen and paper next to you and write
down answers to below questions first.
Then move to step 2.
A.
First question is how many air handlers
(indoor units) would you need?
Answer to this comes from the number of
rooms you want to cool or heat. Remember
since this is ductless, you will need
ONE air handler per room. But if your
kitchen, dinning area and living room
are all connected and open to each other,
in that case you will need just ONE for
this entire area. But if your dinning
room has walls around it with only a door
size opening from the kitchen, in that
case you may want to put ONE in kitchen
and ONE in dinning room.
B. Are the rooms well insulated? If not
we will call it "Situation B"
C. How many windows you have in each room?
Are these energy efficient windows? (single
pane or double pane windows). If you have
2-3 windows in one room and they are single
pane windows that are not energy efficient,
we will call it a "Situation C"
D. Then you need to know the height of
your ceiling. Is it a regular ceiling
or more than 10 ft high? If it has a high
ceiling of 15 or 20 ft, we will call it
is "Situation D"
E. Do you have any heat generating source
in these rooms like sunlight, equipments,
computers/server or kitchen etc? If yes,
we will call it a "Situation E"
F.
Last but not the least you need to know
the sq ft of each room.
Once
you have the above info, it gets simple
then. Below table will help you decide
and give you a approx. estimation of what
mini split air conditioning system
you would need.
Please
consult your HVAC installer before
making your decision. Below info
can help you decide, but it cannot
be guaranteed accurate under different
circumstances.
BUY
9000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
12000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
18000 BTU Split AC?
BUY
24000 BTU Split AC?
If
your room is Upto 300 sq ft without
any bad situation B, C, D or E (Example:
The room is 275 sq ft, house is
well insluated, has double pane
windows, it is a bedroom with regular
ceiling. This means there is nothing
wrong with the room conditions)
YES
NO
NO
NO
If
your room is Upto 300 SQ FT with
either one of the above bad situations
B or C or D or E (Example: the house
is well insulated and has energy
efficient windows, but it is a sun
room with lot of windows and is
250 sq ft)
MAY
WORK
RECOMMENDED
NO
NO
If
your room is Upto 300 SQ FT with
WORSE SITUATION (Example: the house
is not insulated and has old windows
that are not energy efficient)
NO
YES
Recommended
(If it is a restaurant kitchen for
example)
NO
mini split air conditioning system
If
your room is between 300 - 500 sq
ft without any situation B, C, D
or E (Example: The room is 475 sq
ft, house is well insluated, has
double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means
there is nothing wrong with the
room conditions)
NO
YES
NO
NO
If
your room is between 300 - 500 SQ
FT with either one of the above
situations B or C or D or E (Example:
the house is well insulated and
has energy efficient windows, but
it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 450 sq ft)
NO
MAY
WORK
THIS
IS BETTER OPTION
NO
If
your room is between 300 - 500 SQ
FT with WORSE SITUATION (Example:
the house is not insulated and has
old windows that are not energy
efficient)
NO
NO
YES
MAYBE
IF THE SITUATION WAS WORSE
mini split air conditioning system
If
your room is between 500 - 700 sq
ft without any situation B, C, D
or E (Example: The room is 675 sq
ft, house is well insluated, has
double pane windows, it is a bedroom
with regular ceiling. This means
there is nothing wrong with the
room conditions)
NO
NO
YES
NO
If
your room is between 500 - 700 SQ
FT with either one of the above
situations B or C or D or E (Example:
the house is well insulated and
has energy efficient windows, but
it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 650 sq ft)
NO
NO
YES
MAYBE
If
your room is between 500 - 700 SQ
FT with WORSE SITUATION (Example:
the house is not insulated and has
old windows that are not energy
efficient)
NO
NO
MAY
WORK
YES
TO BE ON SAFER SIDE
mini split air conditioning system
If
your room is between 700 - 1000
sq ft without any situation B, C,
D or E (Example: The room is 975
sq ft, house is well insluated,
has double pane windows, it is a
bedroom with regular ceiling. This
means there is nothing wrong with
the room conditions)
NO
NO
NO
YES
If
your room is between 700 - 1000
SQ FT with either one of the above
situations B or C or D or E (Example:
the house is well insulated and
has energy efficient windows, but
it is a sun room with lot of windows
and is 950 sq ft)
NO
NO
NO
YES
(MAYBE A 30,000 BTU NEEDED)
If
your room is between 700 - 1000
SQ FT with WORSE SITUATION (Example:
the house is not insulated and has
old windows that are not energy
efficient)
NO
NO
TWO
18000 BTU'S NEEDED A TOTAL OF 36000
BTUS
NO
mini split air conditioning system
For
room more than 1000 sq ft, example
it is a office space with 1500 sq
ft, you will need more than one
unit in that one big room for better
circulation. So you can buy a 2-3
sinagles zone units or dual zone,
trizone or a quadzone depending
upon how big the room is as per
above calculations.
Now
once you have decided how many units you
need, it is time to see what features
you want. Low Ambience Feature For example if you live in Upstate
New York where the temperature goes below
15 deg quiet a few times in a year and
if you need this AC unit to do the heating
job as well in the winter time, in that
case DO NOT buy the standard SEER 13 without
Low Ambient. You need the unit that has
Low Ambient operation as they can produce
heat in temperatures as low as minus 4
deg or zero deg depending upon which unit
you end up buying. YMGI/Mitsubishi/LG/Friedrich/Klaimire/Aircon
for example have mini split air conditioning system that produce heat
in lower temperatures.
HIGH
SEER AND INVERTER FEATURE
Units with high SEER and inverter techonlogy
save you a lot of money on electricity
bills. As much as 40% per month approx.
So if you have a high SEER mini split air conditioning system
with Inverter which is $300 - $400 more
than the standard unit with SEER 13, you
still will be better off buying the expensive
one, as after 6-8 months savings are all
yours plus such units are lot more advanced
with many other good features.
How do DC Invertermini split air conditioning system work?
INVERTER
technology delivers precise cooling or
heating power as per your choice.
It works faster and saves energy while
ensuring uniform temperature.
In
Depth details:
The
inverter tag found on some air conditioners
signifies the ability of the unit to continuously
regulate its thermal power flow.
Traditional
reverse-cycle air-conditioners use a heat
pump that is either working at maximum
capability or switched off, as the compressor's
speed cannot be varied. In order to regulate
temperature a thermistor is used to measure
the ambient air temperature and switch
the compressor on when the ambient air
temperature is too far from the desired
temperature.
mini split air conditioning system bearing the inverter
tag use a variable-frequency drive to
control the speed of the motor and thus
the compressor. The variable-frequency
drive uses a rectifier to convert the
incoming AC current to DC and then uses
pulse-width modulation of the DC current
within an inverter to produce AC current
of a desired frequency. The AC current
is used to drive a brushless motor or
an induction motor. As the speed of a
brushless motor is synchronised to the
frequency of the AC current, it is thus
possible to build a compressor that can
be run at different speeds. Similarly,
the voltage and frequency can be varied
as needed to efficiently run an induction
motor at different speeds. A microcontroller
can then sample the current ambient air
temperature and adjust the speed of the
compressor appropriately.
Eliminating
stop-start cycles increases efficiency,
extends the life of components, and helps
eliminate sharp fluctuations in the load
the air-conditioner places on the power
supply.
The
inverter principle has been applied to
a wide range of household appliances including
microwave ovens, washing machines, and
so on.
If
you want mini split air conditioning system with
install kit in your package deal Usually
brands like YMGI, Shinco, AirCon, Klimaire
will have a package deal with installation
kit included. But other brands will not
come with install kit at all. In such
cases we offer Copper Tubings, Service
valve adpater, Condensor pads etc as optional
products to buy with your mini split air conditioning system.
Your installer probably will already have
them in his truck. If not you can buy
them separately from us when buying brands
like Mitsubishi, LG, Sanyo, Friedrich
etc.
Which
is the best package deal on mini split air conditioning system ? We
have many good deals on our website. But
to keep it simple we strongly recommend
YMGI products as the best package deal
out there in the Industry as of today.
Here is the justification:
1.
YMGI products have HIGH SEER products.
2. Inverter technology
3. Low Ambient Operation.
4. They come with complete install kits.
5. They come with 5 year on compressor
and 1 year on parts.
6. Usually these are $350 more than what
they are priced now. So yes, they are
at discounted rates currently. If you
compare it to any other brand with similar
features and quality, this product is
unbeatable.
7. They have thier own dehumidification
mode. Other brands will have dehumidification
only when your AC mode is on. But this
one has a dehumidification mode of its
own. Other features are Auto Restart,
Sleep mode, Auto Swing Mode etc.
Above
all Mitsubishi and LG are other two brands
to take a look at, but they are a bit
more expensive and they do not come with
install kits.
Can I install mini split air conditioning system?
YES
and NO. Depends if you are good technically.
You may or may not be able to do it. Some
people do the handyman work on the indoor
and outdoor unit and pay a small amount
to an electrician to hard wire the outdoor
unit and pay HVAC professional to vaccuum
the lines before releasing the refrigerant.
Some people choose to do it all by themselves
with their past experience. Manufacturer
recommends to have it installed by an
HVAC professional. Any of your local professional
air conditioning company should be able
to install it easily for couple of hundred
dollars. It is worth spending this money
initially, this way you can have it installed
professionally and enjoy the benefits
of energy efficient mini split AC for
year's to come. You may loose your warranty
in some cases if you install this unit
yourself. Some brands specifically require
you to have an invoice from your HVAC
installer to provide warranty help. So
make sure to read warranty details before
making your purchase. As a company we
DO NOT and CANNOT recommend you to install
mini split air conditioning system.
How
do mini split air conditioning system work?
Mini splits use a high quality compressor
and environmentally friendly green refrigerant
to cool your home, and an innovative heat
pump technology to keep your interiors
warm in cold weather. The near silent
operation is made possible by installing
the compressor outside your home or offi
ce. The air handler (indoor AC unit) in
your dwelling is designed for
ideal climate control, allowing you to
cool or heat or dehumidify your interiors.
You can conveniently adjust the fan speed,
air flow direction, and oscillating louvers
via remote control, or simply set the
24 hour timer for care free operation.
How much do mini split air conditioning system
cost to run?
These energy efficient
units provide localized cooling and heating
for certain parts of your home or office,
rather than cooling or heating other areas
that are not occupied. This localized
climate control enables you to reduce
your energy bills. SEER ratings we have
is the best standard in industry and mini
split AC's are most energy efficient AC's
you can ever find.
Do mini split air conditioning system have air purification capabilities?
Air filters?
Yes. Most of them have Cold catalyst air
filter. BUT LG IS THE BEST IN AIR PURIFICATION
WITH IT'S PLASMA AIR PURIFICATION CAPABILITIES.
SEE VIDEO BELOW
How
noisy are the mini split air conditioning system? WHISPER
QUIET OPERATION is
one of the many reasons why they are very
popular. The indoor units are typically
no noisier than a standard domestic fan,
but as they do make some noise, consideration
should be given to their location.
Why choose mini split air conditioning system?
What are the advantages?
=> Whisper
quiet operation. => Energy
efficient, save money on electric bills! => Lot
cheaper than central air conditioner. => Easy
installation procedure. => Long
term solution, good for new additions
or when replacing existing air conditioner.
They are cost effective choice compared
to central air conditioning. However,
it is typically more expensive than a
wall or window air conditioner and you
need a professional to install it. Since
the compressor sits outside the split
air conditioner is very quiet and efficient.
Since mini splits have no ducts, they
avoid the energy losses associated with
the ductwork of central forced air systems.
Duct losses can account for more than
30% of energy consumption for space conditioning,
especially if the ducts are in an unconditioned
space such as an attic.
mini split air conditioning system are also sometimes
easier to install than other types of
air conditioning systems. For example,
the hook-up between the outdoor and indoor
units generally requires only a three
inch hole through a wall for the conduit.
Also, most manufacturers of this type
of system can provide a variety of lengths
of connecting conduits. So, if necessary,
you can locate the outdoor unit as far
away as 50 feet from the indoor evaporator
depending upon which mini split AC you
buy. This makes it possible to cool rooms
on the front side of a building or house
with the compressor in a more advantageous
or inconspicuous place on the outside
of the building.In comparison to other
add-on systems, split air conditioners
offer more flexibility in interior design
options. The indoor air handlers can be
suspended from a ceiling, mounted flush
into a drop ceiling, or hung on a wall.
Floor-standing models are also available
with LG. Most indoor units have profiles
of about seven inches deep and usually
come with sleek, high tech-looking jackets.
How
will mini split air conditioning system look in
my home or office? see below...
Mini Split AC is an amenity that has been
designed to blend harmoniously with your
home and offi ce interiors. These high
performance, high quality appliances are
offered in three beautiful designs. Unlike
window mounted air conditioners of yesterday,
the ductless mini split air conditioners
are mounted high up on walls, not in windows,
preserving your outdoor views for all
to enjoy. See examples below:-
What
is HSPF?
HSPF is the abbreviation for the Heating Seasonal
Performance Factor. This factor rates the
efficient operation of the heating portion
of the heat pump. As the HSPF increases, the
unit functions at a more efficient level.
New units in the United States have HSPF ratings
from 7.0 to 9.4.
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor-the total
heating output in B.T.U's during it's normal
usage period for heating divided by the total
electrical energy input in watt hours during
the same period
What is a Heat Pump
and How Does It Work?
A Heat Pump is an electrical device that takes
heat from one place and transfers it to another.
A heat pump transfers heat by circulating
environmentally friendly refrigerant through
a cycle of evaporation and condensation. A
compressor then pumps the refrigerant between
two heat exchange coils. In one coil the refrigerant
is evaporated at low pressure and absorbs
the heat from the surroundings. The refrigerant
is then compressed on the way to the other
coil where it condenses at high pressure.
Now the heat pump releases the heat it absorbed
earlier in the cycle. This process is reversible
for the summer months and the heat pump acts
as a cooling system.
Why
Purchase mini split air conditioning system with Heat
Pump?
A heat pump is the most energy efficient way
to heat and cool your home.
Heat pumps utilize the renewable heat sources
in our surroundings in order to produce heat.
The air, ground and water provide useful heat
that is warmed up by the heat pump and delivered
into the home. Sources such as the air, ground
and water provide more heat than realized
and the heat pump makes use of these sources
that are continuously heated by the sun. With
British Columbia's mild weather conditions,
having a heat pump is the most logical, environmentally
friendly and efficient source of in-home heating
and cooling.
Can I get mini split air conditioning system ASAP?
Yes, in most cases, we ship them within 24
hours from one of our several locations across
United States. Most of our customers receive
the units within 2-5 business days.
How Do You Measure
A Heat Pump's Efficiency?
Heat pumps provide both cooling and heating,
so the efficiency is measured in two different
ways. When the heat pump cools, a SEER rating
or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio measures
the efficiency. The SEER rating is similar
to gas mileage on a car. The higher the SEER
rating the more efficient it is. Most of today's
heat pumps have a SEER rating between 13.0
and 19.0 SEER. When the heat pump heats the
home, a Heating Seasonal Performance Factor
or HSPF rates the efficiency. The HSPF rating
works the same way as the SEER rating does.
The higher the HSPF, the more efficient the
system is. Most new units today have a HSPF
rating between 7.7 to 9.0 HSPF.
How does an air conditioner
work?
An air conditioner seems as if it cools your
home's air, but it actually makes your home
less warm by removing heat from the indoor air
and transferring that heat to the outdoor air. Heat
is extracted from the home by passing indoor
air across a refrigerant coil in the indoor
unit. Refrigerant lines then carry the heat
to the outdoor unit, where it is released into
the outside air. The cooling cycle continues
until the indoor temperature reaches the thermostat
setting.
What does SEER mean?
Season Energy Efficiency Ratio. It is a system
for rating the efficiency of air conditioning
equipment. SEER is calculated by dividing
the cooling capacity in BTU/H, of a continuously
operating air conditioner, by the electric
power input, or watts, of power consumed.
The higher the SEER, the less the unit should
cost to operate.
What is a heat pump
and how does it work?
A heat pump combines cooling and heating in
one unit. When cooling, the heat pumps operates
like an air conditioner, removing the heat
from indoors and transferring it outdoors.
In the winter the heat pump takes heat from
the outdoor air and transfers it inside your
home. Even at freezing temperatures, there
is heat in the outdoor air that can be used
to warm a home with a heat pump. To raise
the heat pump’s output on very cold
days, electric resistance heaters are installed
in the indoor section of the unit.
What
is R-410A?
R-410A is a hydro fluorocarbon (HFC), which
is an environmentally friendly refrigerant
that is considered by most to be the likely
replacement for R-22.
What
is Freon/R-22?
Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC), known as R-22
has been used as a refrigerant for more than
40 years by HVAC manufacturers. While
HCFC's are considered safe for the environment
they do contain chlorine which is classed as
an ozone-depleting chemical. The Clean Air Act
set a target date of January 1, 2010 after which
HVAC manufacturers can no longer build products
that use R-22. Manufacturers of refrigerants
will still be allowed to produce R-22 until
January 1, 2020 after which time only recovery
and recycling will provide R-22 for servicing
older installed systems.
Is The
Refrigerant Used In mini split air conditioning system
Safe For The Environment?
All of our units use envronmentally friendly
R-410A refrigerant. This refrigerant does
not deplete the ozone layer and is seen
as the logical replacement for Freon R-22.
Carrier beat the competition by six years
and introduced Puron refrigerant or R-410A.
Use of R-410A adds to the efficiency and
realiability of a heat pump.
Are
there any good reasons for replacing my existing
system if it is still functioning?
You should consider replacing your system
if it is old with mini split air conditioning system,
most likely your older units is less efficient
or depending upon the age and type of unit
you have, very soon it might need major repairs
in the near future. New systems can be 60%
more efficient than systems built only 10
years ago. Normal wear and tear can reduce
the efficiency of your system. Another costly
season of utility bills or paying for an expensive
failed part can go a long way toward the cost
of a new system.
How
do I know what mini split air conditioning system to
buy?
Make sure the unit that you select is the
correct size for your needs. Systems that
are too large or too small can be inefficient.
We would be pleased to provide an energy analysis
to show you the true operating cost. If someone
in the family has allergies, an air filtration
system should be part of the installation.
What
does it mean to zone my house and why should
I zone my house?
A zoning system is designed for the many ways
you use your home. Maybe you're caught up
in family "thermostat wars"? Or perhaps you
have unoccupied areas that do not need conditioning?
mini split air conditioning system zoning system allows
you to divide your home into separate areas,
giving you the comfort and control you've
always wanted. The main benefits of residential
zoning are: Comfort Zoning meets
the specific temperature and airflow requirements
of one area, without affecting other areas. Efficiency A
properly designed zoning system can save you
hundreds of dollars in energy costs each year. Control Zoning
divides the home into different areas and
comfort into different levels, giving you
more choices and control than ever before. Quiet
Performance When integrated with variable
speed and/or two-stage HVAC systems, zoning
allows your heating and cooling equipment
to deliver peak performance and efficiency
without continually operating at peak capacity.
Lower speeds mean lower sound levels.
What
else might be needed if I replace my old system?
With mini split air conditioning system, there is nothing
much needed. No need for duct work. No need
for expensive wood work or renovation needed.
How
long should my unit last?
With proper maintenance, industry averages suggest
that an air conditioner should last 12-15 years
(high humidity/salt air applications may be
less than that) and a gas furnace should last
as long as 20 or 25 years. mini split air conditioning system
can easily last 20-25 years as well, as long
as it is well maintained.
How often should I
change or clean my filters?
Dirty filters should be washed regularly or
replaced every few years to prevent equipment
from working harder, resulting in energy waste
and possibly causing damage to your unit.
Filters should generally be replaced every
month when the system is running. Filters
should be replaced with the same kind and
size as your original filter. If the filter
is not disposable, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for cleaning it.
Should
I cover my outdoor unit in the winter?
Covering the unit is not necessary. Air conditioners
are built to withstand a wide range of climate
changes. Rain even helps keep your unit clean.
Since heat pumps run all year long, they should
not be covered.
Should
I set my thermostat fan to the "ON" position
so the fan runs all the time? (not available
with all brands and models)?
There are advantages. One is full-time filtering
of the air in your home. Another is that you
can maintain a more even temperature throughout
your home.
What
causes indoor air pollution?
Many everyday household items contribute to
poor indoor air quality. Compounds found in
carpeting, furniture, upholstery and drapery
fabric consistently emit gas or fumes. Other
sources of pollutants can include, but are
not limited to, cleaning agents, paints and
personal care products. Also, newer homes
that are tightly sealed for energy efficiency
tend to limit air circulation, which can contribute
to a buildup of contaminants. Likewise, things
like weather stripping and storm doors keep
stale air in and fresh air out.
How
can I improve my indoor air quality?
There are five basic strategies for outsmarting
indoor air pollution: Identify the problem:
The first step toward better indoor air is
to identify the types of pollutants present
in the home. The best way to do this is to
schedule an in-home air-quality test. Reduce
concentrations of particles and bioaerosols
Routine cleaning and housekeeping helps reduce
indoor air pollutants, but these simple fixes
are not cure-alls. Some contaminants are so
small that they may escape through the vacuum
or never land on a surface. Lennox HEPA filtration
systems, electronic air cleaners, high-efficiency
air filters capture even the smallest of particles
and bioaerosols. Reduce or eliminate
chemical vapors and odors
Chemical vapors and odors can come from many
different sources inside and outside the home.
Once inside the home, these potentially toxic
pollutants circulate through the ductwork,
entering every room and living space. A Lennox
air purification system removes and destroys
50% of household chemical vapors and odors
within 24 hours. Ventilate Your Home
Today's modern homes are well-insulated and
sealed to conserve energy, which means airborne
pollutants have no way to escape. mini split air conditioning system help remove particles and
bioaerosols by exchanging stale, recirculated
indoor air with fresh, filtered outside air.
Control
Temperature and Humidity
Improper humidity levels and high temperatures
can actually increase concentrations of particles
and bioaerosols. Lennox SignatureStat™
and thermostats regulate moisture levels and
temperatures to improve indoor air quality and
enhance comfort.