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Air Conditioning Systems without Ductwork
If you have an older home that is not equipped with ductwork, our team at Ace Hardware Home Services offers modern climate control systems that provide effective heating and cooling without the difficulty of adding ductwork. We offer two convenient solutions, including Ductless Mini Splits and High Velocity systems. Our team will be happy to walk you through the best option for your home that fits with your needs and budget.
Challenges of Adding AC to Older Homes
While many older homes in the Philadelphia, PA area have boiler or radiant heat systems, they were never designed to accommodate the ductwork needed for an air conditioning system. Adding ductwork is often complicated and invasive, requiring tearing into walls and adding extra soffits to hide ductwork, which becomes expensive. Window AC units also have their drawbacks. Thankfully, the team at Ace Hardware Home Services offers more elegant, cost-effective solutions.
Options for Adding AC to Older Homes
Ductless Mini Split Systems
You may have heard these systems referred to as mini splits, split type air conditioning systems, ductless systems, or ductless air conditioners. These systems offer both heating and cooling to control the temperature in individual rooms. Systems consist of two main parts: an outdoor compressor/condenser and in indoor air handler.
High Velocity Systems
These systems force cool air through 2” flexible ducts designed to fit your home’s existing framework, offering a compact solution that can fit almost any home. A compact air handler can be installed out of sight in attics, basements, crawl spaces or closets. You get all the benefits of a modern AC system without the disruption, renovation, or expense of traditional ducted systems.
Installation, Maintenance & Repair for Ductless and High Velocity
Installation Services
For one room, multiple rooms, or your entire home, both Ductless and High Velocity Systems allow you to enjoy ideal comfort in your home without expensive or invasive installation procedures. Our team can walk your through the advantages of each system and suggest the best option for your home. You get to maintain the charm of your older home with a modern solution for staying comfortable year-round.
Maintenance
The installation of your new AC unit is just the beginning. To extend the life of your unit, you can benefit from scheduled maintenance and repairs. The team at Ace Hardware Home Service offers preventative maintenance to help homeowners avoid up to 85% of repair problems.
Repair
Your system will let you know when it needs repairs. Whether it’s making unusual noises or not keeping your home as comfortable as it used to, you can rely on the team at Ace Hardware Home Services to get to the bottom of the problem. We’re committed to getting your HVAC system back up and running with our Ductless and High Velocity System Repair Services.
