How To Choose Between Central AC and a Mini-Split

With average summer temperatures in Puyallup, WA, climbing each year, air conditioning is more of a necessity here than ever before. Right now, the two principal options to installing an AC system to your home are a central air conditioning system or a mini-split. To help you decide between the two, here are the pros and cons of both so you understand what you’re getting into with each. The Pros of Central AC Systems The most common type of whole-house AC system you’ll find in use is a central AC system. The main advantage of such systems is that they offer efficient cooling and relatively low operating costs. On top of that, central air conditioners also have an aesthetic advantage since the only sign of having one is a handful of small vents in each room of your home and a single outdoor unit that serves your whole home. Another advantage of central air conditioning systems is their longevity. You can expect the average central air conditioner to give you between 15 and 20 years of reliable service if you maintain them well. That makes the cost of a central air conditioning system easier to accept when you divide it...

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