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Highly Efficient Ductless Systems

Ductless Systems

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More and more, our Great Dane team is working with ductless systems, also called ductless heat pumps and mini splits, here in the Metro Detroit area. Although you may not be familiar with them, more than likely, you have seen them. These small heating and cooling systems offer efficiency and flexibility beyond what more traditional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can.

When to Choose This System

Many area homeowners choose this system when they have a room or an area in their home that either has uneven temperatures or lacks of ductwork. Popular choices are an addition, a garage, a finished basement, or a poorly heated or cooled guest bedroom. Our trained and certified professionals can assist you in the best setup for your optimum home comfort.

Newer homes are foregoing traditional HVAC systems in favor of ductless systems working with many indoor units. In these situations, our ductless specialists expertly install these systems throughout the home for a zone composition. In addition to other benefits, these can be controlled with a remote control.

Some Benefits

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Naturally, these mighty systems offer the huge benefit of flexibility without needing to use ducts. But in addition to this benefit, a ductless system operates with great energy efficiency. Without the use of ductwork, there are no energy leaks, so the controlled heating and cooling arrives exactly where it should, and when you want it there. Saving energy provides a large cost savings to you.

Another benefit for you is increased indoor air quality. Without the utilization of ductwork, the usual dust and bacteria collecting inside ductwork do not circulate throughout your home. You are breathing in cleaner air, resulting in better health, especially for anyone in your home with chronic illnesses, allergies, or asthma.

The ductless system is also easy and quick to install. Once again, no ductwork was involved. They can be quietly up and running in a few hours.

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Breathe cleaner air with our IAQ solutions, including air purifiers, humidity control, and duct cleaning. Perfect for healthier, more comfortable indoor environments.

We Will Do It All for You

Our Great Dane professionals can assist you in any capacity when it comes to ductless systems. If you are considering installing one or more in your home, we would be happy to visit your home for a consultation to design the best-suited setup for your home and budget.

If you already have a ductless system and need repair or maintenance, call our friendly and knowledgeable team at (586) 422 1259 or request service online. We will provide efficient service to return your home’s comfort level where it needs to be.

And when it comes to maintenance, since regular maintenance supports higher efficiency and fewer unexpected repairs, talk to us about one of our maintenance plans. Let us help you keep your ductless system running at peak performance for years to come.

What Is the Difference?

What is the difference between a ductless system and a traditional system? The most noticeable differences are the ductless’s compact size and its lack of ductwork.

A more traditional forced-air heating and cooling system, such as a furnace and air conditioner, is much larger than a ductless system, often taking up a corner in your basement or attic. It disperses its heated and cooled air throughout your Michigan home by way of ductwork, also called air ducts.

Alternately, a ductless system is small enough to install almost anywhere in your house, typically on a wall or ceiling. As its name implies, this powerful system is ductless, not requiring your air ducts to work.

With a traditional system, your ductwork carries the conditioned air from your HVAC system to every room in your home having vents and registers. This means your entire house uses the same air supply furnished by your one HVAC system.

These systems only have a few components to them:

an outdoor unit—the condenser
the indoor unit—the air handler
the small conduit connecting the outdoor and indoor units—comprised of the condensate drain, suction tubing, refrigerant tubing, and power cable.

Our Great Dane experts can connect up to eight indoor units to one outdoor unit for a zone control system setup.

There are several types of furnace filters but all filters should be checked monthly and changed as needed, and if all else fails, consult your owner’s manual.

Yes! But only with a proper cover. Custom covers are available at a very affordable cost. Covering the air conditioner prevents snow and ice from building up and resting on the fan blade and motor causing unwanted wear and tear on the unit.

We recommend having your furnace cleaned every fall. It is important to have the furnace inspected by a professional to ensure that it is operating safely and at peak efficiency. Proper adjustment can lower your heating bills and performing standard maintenance can prevent breakdowns before they occur.

The average life of a furnace ranges from 18 to 22 years. Sure some may last longer, but those that do have usually been maintained every year.

Yes! During the winter months while the furnace is operating, the heat generated evaporates the water vapor in the air leaving your home feeling dry and possibly causing a scratchy throat, bloody noses, and causing woodwork to shrink and crack. It is important to maintain proper humidity in your home for your comfort and to protect your valuables. Maintaining proper humidity could also lower utility bills by as much as 15%.

As your furnace gets older, it becomes more important to have it inspected every year to ensure safe operation. If your furnace is getting older and is prone to problems, you may want to replace it. If your furnace has a faulty heat exchanger, you may want to replace it. Today’s furnaces are much more efficient than older units with efficiencies as high as 96.6%.

Yes! Air Conditioning systems are primarily electrical, so it is important to have the electrical components checked to ensure that a faulty device will not cause larger, more expensive failures. The most important reason to have your system checked is the system’s pump, called the compressor. The compressor is cooled by refrigerant, not air. If the system charge is even slightly low, it could cause the compressor to overheat, causing damage.

Yes, having your ducts cleaned will improve your indoor air quality as well as keep your heating and cooling system clean and operating properly.

It could be that your thermostat needs to be adjusted. However, it is more likely to be the humidity level in your home. When the humidity level is lowered, it causes the moisture to be removed from the surface of your skin, causing you to feel cold. Installing a humidifier in your home can save you money by allowing you to keep the thermostat at a lower setting.

Yes! Today’s high-efficiency units can usually cut utility bills in half.

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