Fort Worth Mini-Split Installation—Ductless Cooling for Any Room

Does your home have a room that never feels comfortable? Maybe a garage workshop, a converted attic, or a sunroom that bakes in the summer. Traditional central air cannot always reach these spaces. Mini-split systems solve that problem without the need for ductwork.

We have spent 50 years helping North Texas homeowners stay cool. Our team installs single-zone systems for one room or multi-zone setups for several areas. Every technician is licensed and background-checked. We treat your home with the same care we would treat our own.

Call Berkeys Plumbing, A/C & Electrical for a free consultation. We will assess your space and match you with the right ductless system. Fort Worth homeowners count on us for reliable cooling solutions that fit their needs.

Many Fort Worth homes were built without central air. Homes in the Fairmount area from the 1940s through 1960s often have no ducts at all. Adding traditional ductwork to these houses means tearing into ceilings and walls. That gets expensive and messy fast.

Mini-split systems skip the ductwork entirely. A small conduit runs between the indoor unit and the outdoor compressor. Installation only requires a three-inch hole through your wall. There is no need to rip out ceilings or build bulky soffits to hide duct runs.

This setup makes mini-splits a smart choice for bonus rooms, garage conversions, and home additions. You get powerful cooling in spaces where running ducts would cost a fortune or simply would not fit.

Some homeowners worry that ductless systems cannot handle extreme heat. That concern makes sense if you have only seen small window units struggle on hot days. Modern mini-splits are a different story.

Today's ductless systems use inverter technology. The compressor adjusts its speed based on how much cooling you need. When temperatures outside climb to 110°F, the system ramps up to match. When things cool down at night, it slows down and saves energy.

Fort Worth summers regularly push past 100°F for weeks at a time. Mini-splits rated for these conditions hold their set temperature without breaking a sweat. They also run quieter than window units, so you can cool your garage gym or workshop without all the noise.

Bigger is not always better when it comes to cooling equipment. Choosing a mini-split with too much capacity can leave your room feeling cold but clammy.

An oversized unit cools the air quickly. That sounds good until you realize what happens next. The system shuts off before it has time to pull moisture from the air. This is called short-cycling. Your space reaches the target temperature, but the humidity stays high. You end up feeling sticky even though the thermostat reads 72°F.

An undersized unit has the opposite problem. It runs all day trying to keep up and never quite gets there.

North Texas humidity makes correct sizing even more important. We perform a load calculation for every project. This tells us exactly how many BTUs your room needs. The result is steady cooling, lower humidity, and a system that lasts.

Where you mount your mini-split matters just as much as which model you choose. Poor placement leads to uneven cooling, wasted energy, and a shorter system life.

Avoid these common mistakes:

• Installing the indoor unit above a stove, oven, or heat-producing electronics. The extra heat tricks the thermostat into running longer than needed.
• Mounting the unit where direct sunlight hits it through a window. This also throws off temperature readings.
• Placing the outdoor compressor in a tight space without airflow. The unit needs clearance on all sides to release heat properly.

Homeowners in the Tanglewood area and other parts of Fort Worth often renovate attics into living space. Attic heat can affect units placed too close to the roofline. Our team evaluates your room and recommends the best spot for lasting performance.

A mini-split should save you money on cooling costs. If your electric bill keeps climbing, something is off. The good news is that most causes have simple fixes.

Common reasons for high energy use:

• A wrongly sized unit works harder than it should. Too big or too small both waste power.
• Dirty filters block airflow. The system runs longer to push air through the buildup.
• Older models without inverter technology use more electricity. They run at full power or not at all.
• Leaving doors and windows open forces the unit to cool air that escapes right away.

Fort Worth electric rates climb during summer peak months. A system running inefficiently hits your wallet even harder in July and August. Cleaning your filters monthly and scheduling yearly maintenance keeps costs in check.

Before you invest in a ductless system, you want to know how long it will last. The answer depends on the equipment and how well you care for it. Most mini-splits last between 15 and 20 years. Some well-maintained systems run even longer. That lifespan rivals traditional central air units and beats most window AC units by a wide margin.

Maintenance makes a real difference. Annual service from a professional keeps all parts running smoothly. Between visits, clean your filters at least once a month during heavy use. Texas heat and dust build up fast and strain the system. Homeowners in Westcliff and across Fort Worth who skip maintenance often see their systems fail sooner. Harsh summers take a toll on neglected equipment. A little care each year protects your investment for the long run.

Ductless cooling opens up options for rooms that central air cannot reach. Whether you need to cool a garage, a home office, or an older house without ducts, we have a solution that fits.

What sets us apart:

• Ductless solutions sized for any room or addition
• 50 years of North Texas cooling experience behind every install
• Licensed technicians who are background-checked and insured
• 24/7 customer service ready to answer your questions

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Call (817) 799-6090 to schedule your mini-split installation in Fort Worth.