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Bloomington covers a lot of ground, from the bluffs above the Minnesota River to established neighborhoods built decades ago, and that variety means homes here rely on ductless mini splits for all kinds of reasons. Some cool additions built onto older post-war houses, while others handle comfort in newer builds near the river valley. O’Boys Plumbing, Heating & Air has repaired mini splits across Bloomington for more than 25 years, with certified technicians who understand this range of housing.
With homes of so many ages and styles across Bloomington, mini split issues can show up differently depending on the property. These are the signs our technicians see most.
If your system is showing any of these, a repair now can prevent a bigger breakdown later.
We start by reviewing the age and setup of your system, since Bloomington’s mix of older post-war homes and newer construction near the river bluffs means no two repairs look exactly alike. Our technicians check refrigerant levels, wiring, and drainage before making a diagnosis.
Once we identify the issue, we complete the repair and test the unit under full load to confirm it’s performing properly. For homes near the bluffs and lower lying areas, we pay extra attention to condensate drainage, since humidity levels can run higher close to the river valley.
We finish every visit by explaining what we found and offering guidance on keeping your system running well through Bloomington’s full range of seasons.
Given the range of home ages and locations across the city, a handful of issues come up often.
Our technicians take the time to identify the actual cause rather than just addressing the symptoms.
A homeowner named Tom in the Penn Lake neighborhood called us when his mini split started shutting off every few minutes instead of running a full cycle. Our technician found a failing capacitor, a common issue in units that have been running for several years without maintenance.
After replacing the part and testing the system through a full cycle, the unit ran smoothly again without cutting out. Tom asked what he could do to avoid future breakdowns, so our technician suggested a yearly checkup to catch aging components before they fail.
Across Bloomington’s many neighborhoods, homeowners choose us for a consistent set of reasons.
No matter which part of Bloomington you call home, we bring the same level of care to every job.
