OK now I know what you ar talking about....These are very good, efficient , and an economical way to add AC and or AC/heat to a room where you cannot extend your home AC/heat..or to a room where you only want to provide heat/ac at certain times (ie an enclosed lanai that is not always open and part of your family room). Consumer Reports had an article on Air Conditioners in July 2009 and as an aside had a small separate piece in "Split Ductless" and Portable AC units. For Split Ductless they tested a Sanyo KS-1271 and a LG-LS122CE both retail around $1000 and the Mitsubishi MS-A12WA. ALL had fairly good reviews with the Sanyo most energy efficient.
BOTTOM LINE (per the article) was Split Ductless systems are more expensive than window units and professional installation is recommended but it is a way to add cololing without tearing up walls to install ducts.
I have seen houses with these systems installled and the homeowners were happy! Make certain you know what unit you are buying for some units are AC only while others have heat and AC.
Last edited by 784caroline; 01-28-2010 at 10:21 AM.
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