Ductless Articles

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

May 15, 2025
Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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Ductless Mini Splits for Comfortable and Healthy Living

December 16, 2024
Ductless Mini Splits for Comfortable and Healthy Living. Blue and gray modern living room with sofa, armchair and air conditioner.

Your home is a place for rest and relaxation. Heating and cooling is a big part of that equation—but so is indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Planning to Remodel? Go Ductless!

June 28, 2024
Planning to Remodel? Go Ductless! Living room with red sofa and air conditioner.

A ductless system, also known as a mini split, can add comfort to areas of your Iowa home where ductwork cannot reach. Whether you are remodeling or adding new living space, our team at Reliable1 is ready to assist.

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Ductless Ac’s Improve Indoor Air Quality and Control Humidity

July 17, 2023
Image of person sitting below ductless system. Ductless Ac's Improve Indoor Air Quality and Control Humidity.

Installing a ductless air conditioner (AC), also known as a mini split, in your Iowa home has quite a few benefits over a traditionally ducted air conditioner.

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Why Ductless Is the Way to Go

February 16, 2023
Image of a ductless system. Why Ductless Is the Way to Go.

A ductless system, or mini split, adds comfort to your home without the hassle of having to extend your ductwork.

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