Fix Airflow Problems and Add Targeted Comfort

Arctic HVAC & Mechanical, LLC repairs ductwork and installs ductless mini-split systems for homes and light commercial spaces in Richmond, Virginia.

Leaky ducts waste conditioned air, create uneven temperatures, and drive up utility bills in Richmond homes. Ductless mini-split systems solve comfort problems in rooms that do not connect to existing ductwork, such as additions, garages, and older homes where installing ducts would be too costly or disruptive. Arctic HVAC & Mechanical, LLC works with homeowners and business owners in Richmond who need better airflow, lower energy costs, and targeted heating and cooling in spaces that traditional systems do not reach.

Minor duct repair involves sealing disconnected joints, patching small holes, insulating exposed sections, and securing loose ductwork that has separated over time. Ductless mini-split installation includes mounting indoor air handlers on walls, running refrigerant lines through small holes to an outdoor condenser, and connecting electrical and drainage lines. The result is improved airflow, reduced energy loss, and consistent temperatures in rooms that were previously too hot or too cold.

If you have rooms that never quite reach the right temperature or ductwork that rattles and leaks in Richmond, contact Arctic HVAC & Mechanical, LLC to schedule an assessment.

How Duct Repair and Mini-Split Installation Work

A technician inspects your ductwork in Richmond, looking for visible gaps, disconnected sections, crushed ducts in tight crawl spaces, and areas where insulation has deteriorated. They seal leaks with mastic or metal-backed tape, reattach loose sections, and insulate ducts that run through unconditioned spaces like attics or crawlspaces.

After duct repairs, you notice that airflow improves at registers, rooms reach the thermostat setting faster, and the system runs for shorter cycles because less air escapes before reaching living spaces. Energy bills drop because your HVAC system is not working as hard to maintain indoor temperatures.

Ductless mini-split systems include an outdoor condenser connected to one or more indoor wall-mounted units. Each indoor unit controls temperature independently, so you can cool a bedroom without cooling the entire house or add heat to a converted garage without extending ductwork. Arctic HVAC & Mechanical, LLC installs mini-splits for residential and light commercial use. Minor duct repair does not include full duct replacement or major rerouting, and ductless systems work best for targeted zones rather than whole-building climate control.

Common concerns before starting duct or mini-split work

Homeowners considering duct repair or mini-split installation usually want to know how much improvement they will see, how long the work takes, and whether mini-splits are noisy.

What causes ductwork to leak or disconnect?
Ducts leak at joints where sections are not sealed properly, around register boots that have pulled away from drywall, and in areas where rodents or age have damaged the duct material. Disconnected ducts happen when installers do not secure joints with screws or when flex duct sags and separates over time.
How long does minor duct repair take?
Most minor repairs take two to four hours in Richmond, depending on how many leaks need sealing and whether insulation needs to be added. The technician accesses ducts through crawl spaces, attics, or basement areas to reach damaged sections.
What are the benefits of a ductless mini-split system?
Mini-splits provide heating and cooling in spaces without ductwork, let you control temperature independently in different rooms, and use less energy than extending central HVAC systems to distant areas. You also avoid the air quality issues that come from leaky or dirty ducts.
How does a mini-split system get installed?
A technician mounts the indoor air handler on an interior wall, drills a small hole through the exterior wall, runs refrigerant lines and electrical wiring to the outdoor condenser, and connects a condensate drain line. Installation usually takes four to six hours for a single-zone system.
Why is one room always hotter or colder than the rest of the house?
This usually means ductwork serving that room is disconnected or leaking, the supply register is blocked, or the room is located far from the air handler and does not receive enough airflow. A technician checks duct connections, measures airflow at the register, and seals leaks or adds a mini-split if ductwork cannot be repaired easily.

Arctic HVAC & Mechanical, LLC repairs ductwork and installs ductless mini-split systems for homeowners and business owners in Richmond who need better airflow and targeted comfort without major renovations. Learn more by reaching out to schedule an evaluation.