New Concept In AC For Older Homes
It is a trend today that many individuals are opting for the purchase of older homes and taking on the challenge of renovating to meet their needs. While few of the older structures have the luxury of duct work, there is a definite need for ductless air conditioners in most areas of the country as the summers seem to be warmer with each passing year. One can easily locate these units which offer flexibility in the amount of area to be cooled and can be easily installed with a minimal amount of disruption to the interior wall on which the unit is attached.
Most homeowners are shying away from the old window units which have provided the comfort of cooling in years past. However, security concerns have caused individuals to look for a better solution and the ductless air conditioners have risen to meet the challenge. Many manufacturers are offering excellent pricing and quality products for the consumer in today's market. One product in particular, the Mitsubishi Mr. Slim unit offers a very sleek, trim wall unit which is mounted on the higher portion of a wall and while relatively small, has all the cooling needed along with the filtration benefits that is so important to those who suffer with allergies.
To benefit the individuals who were renting a home or apartment without central air conditioning, there have been few options until recently. The ductless air conditioners benefits both the renter as well as the owner of that property. The LF LMCN125HV unit is cooling and heating combined and while not installed on the wall, it is installed in the ceiling. It is capable of being connected to other mini-split united to multiple zones. The pricing is less than $900 but must be installed by a licensed HVAC contractor to maintain the terms of the warranty. There are those manufacturers who offer kits for self installation.
Recognizing the popularity of mobile homes today and the difficulty of installing ducting in an existing unit, the ductless air conditioners give a whole new meaning to cooling as well as heating options. One would certainly want to consider the energy rating on any unit to be considered. The Sanyo Single Zone Seer 16, Model #09KS71 is one that offers the Energy Star rating as well as many other features to be desired. The inside cassette is relatively small weighing less than 20 pounds and just over 30 inches in length. Even though compact in size, you will still enjoy the cool air in a quiet atmosphere.
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