No Ducts? No Problem
Many Glenside homes have radiators for heat—beautiful, classic, but no ductwork for central air. Others have additions, finished attics, or converted spaces that the existing HVAC doesn't reach. Ductless mini-splits solve these problems.
A small outdoor unit connects to one or more indoor units mounted on walls or ceilings. Refrigerant lines run through a small hole in the wall—no major construction required. Each indoor unit heats and cools its zone independently.
Ideal Applications
Older Homes with Radiators
Keep your steam or hot water heat for winter, add mini-splits for cooling. Or use mini-splits for both—they're efficient enough to handle heating too, with radiators as backup.
Home Additions
New rooms that the existing HVAC can't reach. A single-zone mini-split provides independent heating and cooling without extending ductwork.
Finished Attics & Basements
Converted spaces often have comfort issues—too hot in summer, too cold in winter. Mini-splits solve both problems with precise zone control.
Sunrooms & Enclosed Porches
Spaces with lots of glass that are uncomfortable year-round. Mini-splits handle the extra load without stressing your main system.
Whole-House Systems
Multi-zone mini-split systems can heat and cool an entire home—one outdoor unit, multiple indoor units, each room controlled independently.
Benefits of Ductless
- No ductwork needed: Just a small hole for refrigerant lines
- Zone control: Each room has its own temperature
- High efficiency: No duct losses, inverter-driven compressors
- Quiet operation: Indoor units are nearly silent
- Heating and cooling: One system does both
Installation Process
For a typical single-zone installation:
- Mount the indoor unit on the wall
- Install the outdoor unit on a pad or wall bracket
- Drill a small hole and run refrigerant lines
- Make electrical connections
- Charge the system and test operation
Most single-zone installations complete in one day. Multi-zone systems take longer depending on complexity.