Many homes have radiant heating, which can be an efficient way to heat your home, especially if you live in a colder climate. You may still have some months of the year when you need to have cooling systems. Investing in a ducted cooling system may not be an option for you and can be very costly. There are other options to add cooling to your home, such as using a portable AC, evaporative cooler or ductless AC systems. Here are some solutions that you may want to consider to add cooling to your home:

1. Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioning Systems

If you want to have a more conventional cooling solution that is installed by professionals, ductless AC systems are a great solution. These systems do not require the installation of ductwork, which can reduce installation cost. They can also be installed in a mini-split setup, to give you AC in more than one area of your home. This can be a great solution if your home requires a zoned air conditioning design to cool different areas.

2. Evaporative Coolers For Dry Summer Climates

Evaporative coolers are another cooling solution that can be used in homes with dry summer climates. This system uses water evaporation to cool the home. They can be installed on roofs or like a window AC unit. These systems are affordable and efficient, but they will require regular maintenance to keep them working. Evaporative coolers may not be an ideal cooling solution if you live in an area with a wet climate, with high humidity.

3. Integrated Radiant Cooling For Homes With Radiant Heating

Another option for cooling with radiant heating is having the radiant cooling integrated into your system. This can be an efficient way to cool your home, but costly if you are installing this system in an existing home.  Unlike conventional cooling solutions, this system absorbs heat like a heat sink to remove it from your home.  It may also be a system that is mounted in ceilings, rather than near the floor because heat rises and this is a more effective way of removing the heat.

These are some ways that you may want to consider for adding air conditioning to your home with existing radiant heating. If you are ready to add cooling to your home, contact a heating and air conditioning contractor, like those at Blue Ridge Services, to find out what the best solution is for your home.