One-size-fits-all heating systems don’t work for everyone. If you’d like to implement different temperatures in different parts of your Clemson, SC, home this winter, you’ll face a choice between ductless heating systems and space heaters. Here are a few reasons it’s better to choose a ductless heating system:
Ductless Heating and Cooling
Perhaps the clearest advantage that ductless mini-splits have over space heaters is that the former can double as cooling systems. Even though you won’t need to cool your home until warmer weather arrives, these abilities make mini-splits useful year-round. If you have only space heaters, you’ll need to remove them once outdoor temperatures rise in the spring.
Greater Energy Efficiency
Ductless HVAC systems are nearly always vastly more energy-efficient than space heaters. Trained professionals can easily provide you with the regular maintenance necessary to keep efficiency levels high.
The newest mini-splits often use variable-speed compressors and fans, giving you considerable power to control the speed at which they move heat from one area to another and push it into your home. Thanks to these features, you’ll be able to configure your mini-split’s operations to adjust to the climate and deliver the comfort you want. If you use space heaters, you’ll probably waste a significant amount of energy on the margins, which can add up over time.
Improving Indoor Air Quality
Each of the air handler units that make up a ductless HVAC system comes with an air filter. Though you will need to clean or replace these filters approximately every two weeks, they can contribute to improving your home’s air quality. Space heaters have no filters at all.
Space Heaters Are More Dangerous
The most significant concern with space heaters is how hazardous than can be to your safety and property if left on and forgotten about. There are thousands of fires caused each year by space heaters, while ductless heating systems don’t pose such danger.
We hope to have persuaded you that ductless mini-splits are superior to space heaters. If you’re ready to enjoy a warm and cozy winter in Clemson, SC, call Complete Heat and Air to schedule a consultation for a ductless HVAC installation today.
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