Unlike a traditional central air conditioning system, ductless mini-split AC systems don’t require any existing ductwork to cool your home. Despite not using ductwork, these HVAC systems are very powerful and incredibly efficient at cooling your entire Newbury Park home.
In fact, they offer numerous benefits that traditional HVAC solutions simply cannot. Namely, by not requiring any ductwork, these systems reduce overall energy loss. What does this mean for you? It means you’ll need less energy to cool your Southern California home, which equates to lowered energy bills each month and a lower environmental impact.
If you’re interested in upgrading your home with a ductless mini-split AC in Newbury Park, contact Southland Heating & Air Conditioning. Our team of qualified HVAC technicians offers and installs several top-of-the-line options from industry-leading brands like Daikin, Fujitsu, Lennox, and Mitsubishi. We can help you with everything from new system installation to repairs to routine maintenance for your ductless air conditioner in Newbury Park and throughout Ventura County.
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What are the benefits of a Ductless Mini-Split AC System in Southern California?
As previously stated, replacing your traditional HVAC system with a ductless air conditioning system can save you money by being highly energy efficient and lowering your utility bills.
They also offer a number of other benefits, including:
Relatively fast and simple installation
Zoning and room-by-room temperature control
Remote control capabilities
Quieter operation than bulky window units
High SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings
Complete customizability
Optional air filtration/indoor air quality control
Ductless mini-split AC systems also offer the benefit of affordability for Newbury Park homeowners. While any new air conditioner is an investment, with a ductless mini-split air conditioner, you’ll have lower installation and operation costs and you’ll start seeing savings on your monthly bills in no time.
How do Ductless Air Conditioners work?
Like most air conditioning systems, ductless mini-split ACs comprise two parts: an outdoor unit and one or several indoor units. The outdoor unit is installed in an inconspicuous place outside of your home. Several cables and a refrigerant line connect the outdoor unit to the indoor unit. Our installers will make a small hole (about 3-inches in diameter) in the wall to allow the cables and refrigerant line through. The indoor unit is easily mounted inside your home. With sleek, modern designs, these ACs are not the old eyesores of days past. Unlike window AC units, they won’t block your view, either.
Best of all, certain models offer exceptionally quiet operation—at decibels lower than a human whisper! Once installed, the indoor unit is connected to the outdoor unit. In most cases, a single indoor unit is enough to cool your entire home, though some outdoor units are capable of powering up to eight indoor units for maximum comfort.
One of the most convenient features of ductless mini-split AC systems is the remote control. A wireless remote allows you to easily set your preferred temperature, fan speed, and airflow. You can even set timers to maximize cooling efficiency and program your favorite mode so you never have to worry about keeping cool.
Home zoning is the process of cooling different areas of your home to different temperatures. This is not possible with a traditional central air conditioning system, as these systems push cooled air equally throughout all of the ducts and into each room. With a ductless mini-split AC, however, you can keep rooms you use more often cooler and save money by not cooling rooms you barely use. This level of customization is great for families or roommates that tend to have different AC preferences.
How do I maintain my Ductless Air Conditioning Unit?
Newbury Park homeowners can rely on our team of expert maintenance technicians to properly maintain their ductless AC unit for its entire lifespan. Learn more about our HVAC company’s membership program below.
Ductless Gold Member Maintenance Program
Level #1 Maintenance Includes:
Indoor Unit
Check that the system is operational before cleaning
Shut down the power
Remove and clean the filters
Check and clean any pumps that may be inside
Rinse the coil with water or coil cleaner (WE DO NOT REMOVE COVER)
Wipe down the outer surface w/ rag or cleaner
We do not disassemble any part of the unit, only accessible areas of the indoor unit is serviced
Outdoor Unit
Clean the condenser by removing leaves and debris
Rinse outside condenser
Check amps of indoor unit
Check amps of outdoor unit
Hook up gauges only if the unit is not cooling properly
Start all indoor units
Check return and supply temps of all indoor units
Check Condensate line for proper drainage
Level #2 Maintenance Includes:
Level #2 includes all of Level #1 items plus:
Indoor Unit
Install a mini-split bib kit (this bib is attached to the indoor unit and allows the coils to be cleaned hygienically)
If blower wheel is dirty, we will attempt to remove it, if it has a removable bracket, otherwise we clean it with compressed air. We do not remove, snap together parts, as they are very fragile and can break
Clean the mini-split head with a non-toxic chemical cleaner
Reconnect the outer cover
Outdoor Unit
Clean the condenser by removing leaves and debris
Rinse outside condenser
Check amps of indoor unit
Check amps of outdoor unit
Hook up gauges only if the unit is not cooling properly
Start all indoor units
Check return and supply temps of all indoor units
Check Condensate line for proper drainage
Ductless Systems require maintenance just like any other heating and cooling system. Based on usage, this should be done 1-2 times a year. Ductless heat pumps have many parts, and without proper maintenance, they can malfunction, causing water leaks or shutdowns.
We offer 2 different levels of Maintenance. A LEVEL 1 for basic annual maintenance or a more comprehensive LEVEL 2. A LEVEL 2 maintenance is ONLY recommended for systems that have never or not been serviced in a few years.
System Type
Level 1 Cleaning *per system
Level 2 Cleaning *per system
Single Zone
$150.00
$550.00
Two Zones
$200.00
$750.00
Three Zones
$250.00
$950.00
Four Zones
$300.00
$1150.00
Five Zones
$350.00
$1350.00
Ducted Ductless
Add $25 Per Unit
Add $50 Per Unit
Ceiling Cassettes
Add $25 Per Unit
Add $50 Per Unit
We Service Most Major Brands of Ductless Systems
Contact us for all your Ductless Mini-Split AC needs!
Here at Southland Heating & Air Conditioning, we handle a full range of AC services in and around Newbury Park, including ductless mini-split AC installation and repair. Plus, with our 16-step AC maintenance service, we’ll make sure your existing system is in top shape. Whether you have a new home or you want to upgrade your Newbury Park home with a new cooling system, you can benefit from a top-of-the-line ductless mini-split AC from Southland Heating & Air Conditioning!
