After the Second World War ended, American companies saw an enormous market in Japan for air conditioners. After all, this was an industrialized country with many hot, overcrowded cities.
In Japan
Sure enough, the Japanese loved air conditioning, but there were many problems with HVAC systems as introduced by the Americans. To start with, Japanese houses have thin walls, and they are often very close to one another. All this meant that it was not practical to put in ductwork and that noisy air conditioners made too much of a racket.
Japanese engineers took a good long look at the situation and came up with mini ductless HVAC systems. Because a ductless system serves individual spaces, there was no need for further construction. Additionally, compared to traditional air conditioners, ductless systems are very quiet, which was a huge plus in a nation where people are very polite and don’t like to disturb their neighbors.
Abroad
The Mitsubishi company led the way and introduced their first systems to the Japanese market in 1959. These did extremely well, and Mitsubishi next started selling their units in Europe, where they also succeeded.
Finally, the systems caught on in the US, and, all these years later, Mitsubishi is still a leading manufacturer all over the world. They are far from the only company that sells them, however.
Many Applications
Mini split systems are great in spaces that traditionally have not been right for regular HVAC systems. For example, it is easy to put in a mini split in a detached garage where you would never consider installing ductwork. If you put in a new addition to your house, you can also put in a mini split without having to buy another air conditioner.
No matter where you put in a mini split system, it consumes less energy than a traditional HVAC setup, and that’s good for your pocketbook. Furthermore, you can put in a single outside unit, and it can service multiple rooms inside a structure.
In short, mini split systems are easy to customize, and they also come in different sizes so that you are not paying for more energy than you need. While many Americans are initially confused by how they work, they tend to get very good reviews once up and running.
It’s taken a few decades, but the ductless mini split has transformed the HVAC industry in the United States and allowed many consumers to enjoy comfort that would not have been affordable and practical otherwise. Some regions even offer financial incentives for installing these units because they are so energy efficient. Perhaps it’s time to consider a ductless mini split for your own underserved space. When you need ductless mini split services in Morehead City, NC, contact Coastal Home Services.
