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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.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

August 22, 2025

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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Is Your Thermostat Causing Your AC to Freeze Up in Brooklyn Park?

Is Your Thermostat Causing Your AC to Freeze Up in Brooklyn Park?

August 15, 2025

It’s another hot summer day in Brooklyn Park, and you feel like you might melt. Your air conditioner AC is not doing its job.

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Home inspection of central air unit by a maintenance worker.

5 Reasons Why HVAC Maintenance is Essential for Hennepin County

July 18, 2025

According to the U.S. DOE, a simple task such as changing the air filter on your HVAC system can improve efficiency by up to 15 percent.

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Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-up. Photo of a woman trying to cool off in the hot sun using a cold water bottle.

Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-up

July 11, 2025

July 17 is the coolest date on the calendar.

It marks National Air Conditioning Day, commemorating the work of Willis Carrier, the father of the modern-day indoor air conditioning system. It is the perfect time to put your feet up, chill out, and luxuriate in the cool comfort of your Minnesota home.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

June 20, 2025

As the temperatures begin to rise in Maple Grove, many homeowners are firing up their air conditioners for the first time in months. But what if, instead of a refreshing blast of cool air, you’re hit with an unpleasant smell?

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Woman waking up and stretching in bed.

Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep

June 13, 2025

Although the U.S Centers for Disease Control recommends adults sleep seven or more hours per night, one in three adults say they log fewer hours.

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family sitting in living room in front of fans to cool down.

3 Signs It’s Time For a New AC

May 23, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), high-efficiency air conditioners can reduce energy usage by 20 to 50 percent per year.

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Common AC Problems and Solutions

May 16, 2025

Do you find some of your rooms are too cold while others are still on the warm side? Many homeowners have trouble with inconsistent cooling.

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Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

April 18, 2025

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water?

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What Is an Air Handler? Service Man Working on Furnace.

What Is an Air Handler?

April 11, 2025

The same goes for a heat pump. The outdoor unit might be in perfect working condition. Still, the heating and cooling process stops without an indoor evaporator coil, connecting refrigerant lines, and a fan to blow conditioned air through ductwork.

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