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Traditional or Ductless: Which A/C Type Should I Choose For My Home?

August 22, 2018

Traditional or Ductless: Which A/C Type Should I Choose For My Home?

Having to decide which way to go when it comes making your home comfortable? We look at the pros and cons of traditional air conditioning verses newer ductless technology, in several categories. Enjoy this latest infographic from Bob Jenson Air Conditioning:

Infographic showing a chart for Traditional vs Ductless Air Conditioning

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Antonio and Abraham were great. Very knowledgeable, professionally replaced our 24 year old AC.

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We had not had our furnace inspected in the five years since we moved into our condo unit. Marcos Frias not only took care of the inspection and service, but he educated us about details concerning the system that will help us in the future. He was informative and thorough, and also very neat and careful to avoid disrupting our home. We'll continue in the future to use Bob Jenson AC.

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Just got another maintenance visit from Bob Jenson AC and Heating. Sal Castro and his partner Um did a great job -- checking our operating, changing or cleaning the filters and keeping us informed and answering our questions all along the way. We're really pleased with the products that we bought from Bob Jenson and the care we get from Sal and his team.

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Pouria did an outstanding job today on our A/C annual maintenance. He was very thorough and has excellent communication skills. We could not be more satisfied.

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I've been doing business with Bob Jenson since 2008. Always great service! Yesterday Sal came out to perform my yearly check/maintenance on my AC unit. He was very professional and knowledgeable, five stars!! You can't go wrong with Bob Jensen!

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I want to thank the trio, Victor, Antonio, and Abraham who came to my home last week to install AC/HEATING for two rooms. I found all three to be professional, prompt and careful in each technical phase of the project. They were also considerate of the workarounds needed with a disabled person in the household.

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The install crew, Antonio, George, Abraham were just fabulous. Their professionalism was top notch, very clean and knowledgeable. They explained the process every step of the way, I would highly recommend them.

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Sal Castro performed our biannual service. He was very professional, knowledgeable and efficient. I highly recommend Bob Jensen for your HVAC needs.

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Pouria Ziari did such an effective job presenting not just the thermostat but Bob Jenson’s capabilities that it took us a couple weeks and several unsolicited calls from our longstanding HVAC company to turn it down. Pouria’s was by far the most compelling presentation of the three -- his, ADT and Same Day -- that we evaluated, but Same Day had the home advantage (and sold us the same thermostat that Pouria had already sold us on). However we are still keeping Bob Jenson in mind for future work.

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We had Bob Jensen install a new HVAC system recently. I want to compliment them on a great job and they did it in 1 day with the help of Javier, Darian and Povria. We are up in running with no issues. The techs did a bang up job in such a short time, explained in detail what they did and left the premises clean

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Pouria was very professional. He did a great job on my AC units. BJHVAC has installed and maintained all of my units since the 1970’s. I highly recommend them.

Javier came today. He is a very polite young man and did his work efficiency and cleaned up afterward. He is knowledgeable and courteous. Thank you for hiring such great people both in the field and at the office! I have worked several times with Ellice who is a pleasure to speak to as well. They all deserve big raises 🙂

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Sal Castro provided excellent customer service and is a very knowledgeable technician.

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Bob Jenson AC&H installed my initial system almost 18 years ago and provided regular, professional service through the years to keep it running smoothly. On a recent service visit, it became apparent it was time to upgrade, and I did not hesitate to go with Bob Jenson AC&H. With the assistance of the front office staff, Pouria, Coner, Ivan, Brian and David the installation was a breeze. They were most accommodating, courteous, professional and above all I feel honest. I will continue annual servicing as in the past to keep the new system running like new.

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Pouria showed up within the time slot to troubleshoot our HVAC system and was able to isolate the problem to a bad thermostat. He also cleaned up after some vermin that had nested inside the condenser unit, replacing the entire thermal blanket. He was easy to communicate with and was efficient in his work. I highly recommend him.

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Update 4/28/2025: Sal Castro Service our system today. The service was very efficient and cell was very knowledgeable. Still highly recommend this company.

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Antonio and Victor put in a new AC for me and they were amazing! They were knowledgeable, hardworking and I have a new air conditioner. They do wonderful work!

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Update on 04/22/25

Sal came out to do my annual maintenance. He was great! Friendly, punctual, courteous, and very thorough, despite my unit not needing a ton of maintenance. Look forward to working with him again.

Update on 04/08/24

Received a welcome and surprise visit from Marco and Pourvia who were taking care of other matters in the building. They asked if I wanted my maintenance done today and I accepted. I am blown away by their proactive approach in going above and beyond for me! Thank you!!

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The whole crew did a great job… starting with Mike and ending with Jorge, Antonio, and Oscar. They were punctual, respectful, and they communicated well. I feel they understood our needs/wants and helped us accomplish our goal for a reasonable price.

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Marcus was very helpful. Gave us all sorts of options and ideas. Very thorough.

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Extremely helpful!!
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Very professional service, verified unit in top condition.

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Thank you for your excellent staff especially Marcella Gorghis who answers questions and concerns with clarity offering other services and recommendations to maintain your high standards of trustworthy service. Also thanks as well to Cyrus your technician who provided in home maintenance and troubleshooting my system. He is also a reflection of Bob Jensons commitment to the community of unparalleled quality and trust. Thank you again I will continue to appreciate and use your services . Sincerely, C.Granot. Today 4/18/25 your wonderful tech Sal Castro did annual check of AC equipment and function he answered questions and clearly explained coverage and benefits of maintaining service contract. Also a shout out for Marcella who always rocks keeping all of us on track. Thank you Bob Jenson your the best. Mrs.G.

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