Indoor air quality (IAQ) is more than ten times (and, in some instances, more than 100 times) more polluted than the air outside, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These pollutants contribute to many diseases as well as respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies.
Installing a ductless cooling system, also known as a mini-split, has quite a few benefits over a traditionally ducted system. Two such benefits are helping to improve your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ) and to control your home’s humidity.
And, as luck would have it, Total Mechanical Systems is the #1 ductless dealer in the state of Connecticut! Call us at (860) 314-1518 and we can talk about your home’s IAQ and humidity control with a ductless system.
Improved IAQ
In traditional HVAC systems, ductwork is the means of travel for the air used during the process. Over time, these air ducts collect airborne particles and contaminants throughout, requiring regular professional duct cleaning. The majority of people only have their ducts cleaned once or twice during the time they’re living in their home. This leaves a lot of time in between cleanings (or no cleanings) with the particles building up. Breathing in all these particles aggravates already-existing conditions like asthma and allergies, not to mention the respiratory issues that can begin this way, along with spreading any illnesses lingering around your home.
With a ductless air conditioner, as its name states, there are no ducts involved and no contaminants trapped in the air path’s route.
Also, ductless systems typically offer a multistage filtration that decreases air particulates such as bacteria, dust, allergens, and pollen. Some models eliminate up to up to 99.9% of bacteria and viruses for improved air quality.
Controlled Humidity
Because of the way a ductless air conditioner works, with the contained refrigerant absorbing the indoor-air’s heat thereby reducing the temperature, the air becomes less capable of holding moisture. The moisture that remains is transferred to the unit’s condensate. This process allows your home’s humidity to be controlled and reduced. No more condensation on windows.
Additionally, the less humidity in a home’s air, the less pathogens that can exist in it, contributing to illness and allergies. Controlling your home’s humidity is another way to improve your indoor air quality.
Also, whether you are installing a new ductless system or already have one, don’t forget to get your Fresh-Aire UV System installed inside each indoor unit for even more protection from bacteria, viruses, fungus, and mold.
Fresh-Aire UV Systems Remove;
- 99.9% of Airborne Microorganisms – including Viruses
- Germs and Bacteria From the Air
- Vapors and Chemical Odors
Contact the professionals at Total Mechanical Systems to discuss getting your new ductless system installed and start to see your indoor air quality improve from day one!
Sources: https://beachairobx.com/ductless-indoor-air-quality/
