A mini-split ductless AC is the answer for the spaces in your Cheval home that central air was never designed to reach. Family-owned and serving Tampa Bay for 35+ years, Action Air Conditioning installs ductless systems where extending ductwork would be costly, invasive, or simply impossible, and we will tell you honestly which case yours is.
Think of the garage you turned into a gym, an enclosed lanai overlooking the course, a detached guest suite, or a bonus room that has never quite matched the rest of the house.
Where does a ductless system make sense in a Cheval home?
Anywhere the existing ductwork cannot go without tearing into finished ceilings and walls. In homes of this size and finish level, that matters: a mini-split needs only a small wall penetration for the line set, so the craftsmanship of the house is left alone. Each indoor unit conditions its own zone, which is ideal for a casita, a home office, or a lanai you want comfortable year-round.
Are mini-splits efficient and quiet enough for everyday living?
Yes, on both counts. Because conditioned air is delivered in the room itself, nothing is lost through long duct runs, and modern inverter compressors adjust output smoothly instead of slamming on and off. Indoor units run quietly enough for a bedroom or study, and per-zone control means you only cool the spaces you are actually using. As always, you get an upfront written price before installation begins.
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Call (813) 935-6644 or request a free estimate for the room your ducts cannot reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anywhere the existing ductwork cannot go without tearing into finished ceilings and walls. In Cheval homes, that finish level matters, and a mini-split needs only a small wall penetration for the line set, so the craftsmanship of the house is left alone. We install ductless systems in converted garages used as gyms, enclosed lanais overlooking the course, detached guest suites, bonus rooms that have never quite matched the rest of the house, home offices, and casitas where each indoor unit conditions its own zone.
Tell us which space you need cooled and we will let you know honestly whether extending ductwork or a mini-split makes more sense. Contact us for a free estimate.
We give you an upfront written price before installation begins, so you know exactly what you are paying. The cost depends on how many indoor units you need, the size of the spaces being conditioned, and whether any electrical work is required to support the system. People who price-compare online without speaking to anyone often feel burned because the advertised number leaves out half the job. Both owners of Action Air are licensed Florida mechanical contractors, and Chris Russell also holds a plumbing contractor license, so we can handle the complete installation correctly the first time.
We will come out, look at the room your ducts cannot reach, and give you a written number with nothing left out. Contact us or call (813) 935-6644.
Yes. Because conditioned air is delivered in the room itself, nothing is lost through long duct runs, and modern inverter compressors adjust output smoothly instead of slamming on and off. Per-zone control means you only cool the spaces you are actually using, which matters in a Cheval home where a casita or lanai might sit empty most of the week. We have served Tampa Bay for over 35 years, and ductless systems handle the cooling load here without issue when sized and installed properly.
Ask us to calculate the right capacity for your space so the system runs efficiently from day one. Contact us to schedule a free estimate.
No. Indoor units run quietly enough for a bedroom or study. The compressor sits outside, and the indoor air handler delivers conditioned air without the noise of a window unit or the rumble of ductwork expanding and contracting. If you are using the space for sleeping or focused work, a ductless system is often quieter than central air pushing through metal ducts in the ceiling.
Visit our showroom at 8926 N Armenia Ave in Tampa to see and hear the equipment before we install it in your home. Contact us to arrange a time.
That is exactly why we install them in Cheval homes of this size and finish level. A mini-split needs only a small wall penetration for the line set, so we are not tearing into finished ceilings or cutting through tile and crown molding the way extending ductwork would require. Customers are commonly surprised by how thoroughly our crews clean up after an install. We leave the house the way we found it, minus the wall penetration that was always going to be necessary.
We will walk the space with you and show you exactly where the penetration and the indoor unit will go. Contact us to set up a site visit.
It depends on the space, and we will tell you honestly which case yours is. If extending ductwork would be costly, invasive, or simply impossible, a mini-split is the answer. If the room is close to the existing trunk line and the attic or crawl space allows a clean run, extending ducts might make more sense. Many AC companies are run by owners who do not hold the qualifying licenses themselves. Both Dave and Chris Russell are licensed Florida mechanical contractors, so we know what the job actually involves before we give you a recommendation.
Let us look at your ductwork and the space that needs cooling, and we will give you an honest answer about the right approach. Contact us for a free estimate.
Yes, we offer financing. A ductless system is a real investment in a Cheval home, particularly when you are conditioning a detached casita or a full lanai, and we would rather help you finance it correctly than have you settle for a window unit or skip the project altogether. Our stated philosophy is five-star service at four-star pricing, never the cheapest and never the most expensive, and financing options are part of that.
Ask about current financing terms when you request your free estimate. Contact us or call (813) 935-6644.
We stand behind the work. If a system genuinely fails three service calls in its first year, we replace the unit rather than keep repairing it. There is no lemon law for air conditioning, but that is our practice, and Lennox credits us for the returned unit. We also offer 24/7 availability and emergency service, so if something does go wrong, you are not waiting until Monday. Action Air has been a Lennox Centennial Award winner, which puts us in the top 100 Lennox dealers in America, judged on customer satisfaction and complaint handling rather than purchase volume.
Ask about warranty coverage and our maintenance plans when you get your written estimate. Contact us to get started.
