Mini Split AC System Installation
Blue Wave Heating and Air LLC installs ductless mini-split systems in Leander. These units work well in rooms or additions where running ductwork doesn’t make sense. You mount a small air handler on the wall inside, run a line set through a three-inch hole, and connect it to a condenser outside. That’s the basic setup.
Most homes in TX were built after air conditioning became standard, but some older homes or additions struggle to match the thermostat. Adding ductwork means tearing into ceilings and walls, which gets expensive fast. Mini-splits avoid that. The same goes for converted garages, or sunrooms, you get cooling without major construction. Some people put them in upstairs bedrooms that stay warmer than the rest of the house, even when the main system runs constantly.
Call 512-900-6512 today to learn more about mini split systems and schedule your installation!
When Mini-Split Installation Makes Sense
You might consider a ductless system if you’re dealing with any of these:
- Rooms that stay too hot or too cold compared to the rest of the house
- Home additions where extending existing ductwork isn’t practical
- Older homes built without central air or ductwork
- Garages, workshops, or bonus rooms that need independent climate control
- High utility bills from heating or cooling spaces you rarely use
The multi-zone aspect matters more than people realize. You can run one condenser outside and connect 2-5 indoor units, each with its own temperature control. Master bedroom stays cooler, kids’ rooms a bit warmer, and you’re not paying to condition empty space during the day.
How We Handle Mini-Split AC Installation
First visit involves measuring the rooms and figuring out where the indoor units go and where the condenser sits outside. Wall placement matters; you want good airflow without blowing directly on where people sit or sleep. We check electrical capacity because these systems pull different loads than window units.
Installation day starts with mounting the indoor unit. We drill through the exterior wall, usually up near the ceiling, and run the refrigerant lines, condensate drain, and electrical connections through that opening.
The condenser gets mounted on a pad outside, we vacuum the lines to remove any moisture, then charge the system with refrigerant (only if the line length exceeds the factory charge). Takes most of a day for a single-zone setup, longer if you’re doing multiple rooms.
After everything’s connected, we test each zone separately and walk you through the remote controls. Many systems have weekly scheduling, sleep modes, and energy-saving settings that actually work if you use them. The filters need cleaning monthly during heavy use; that’s something you can handle yourself.
What Mini-Split AC Systems Prevent
Mini-splits run more efficiently than window units and give you better control than a single thermostat for the whole house.
You’re not cooling bedrooms during the day or paying to condition guest rooms nobody’s using. The inverter compressors adjust speed instead of cycling on and off, which keeps temperatures steadier and uses less power.
Homes with bonus rooms in Leander may lack sufficient cooling. Summers still get uncomfortable. A ductless system handles both; most units heat and cool, which gives you a backup heat source or lets you shut off the more expensive heating system in milder weather.
We’ve been installing HVAC systems throughout TX for years. The technology’s proven itself. Installation quality matters more than brand names; sloppy line set work leads to refrigerant leaks, and undersized systems run constantly without keeping up.
Schedule Mini-Split Installation in Leander
If you’re tired of rooms that never match the rest of the house or you’re adding space without easy access to existing ductwork, a mini-split handles it. We’ll come out, look at the space, and give you a realistic assessment of what’s involved.
Call 512-900-6512 today to schedule mini split AC system service in Leander, TX, and surrounding areas, and experience the comfort and efficiency of ductless cooling.
