Ducted systems refer to a type of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system that uses a network of ducts to distribute conditioned air throughout a building. The system typically consists of a central unit that contains the air handler, which is connected to a series of ducts that run through the walls, floors, and ceilings of the building.
In a ducted system, air is drawn into the central unit through a return air grille, where it is filtered, heated or cooled, and then distributed through the ducts to various rooms or zones of the building. The conditioned air is delivered to each room through supply air grilles or registers, which are typically located on the ceiling or walls.
They are popular in larger homes and commercial buildings, as they can provide consistent temperature control throughout the building. They are often designed to allow for individual zoning, which allows different areas of the building to be heated or cooled independently, based on their usage patterns and occupancy levels.
Ducted systems are typically more expensive to install than split systems, but can be more energy-efficient in the long run, especially in larger buildings where a ducted system can be more effective than multiple individual units.
