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Comfort in Every Room

All areas of the home should be at the right temperature, no matter the time of year, without running the central system harder to compensate for the one room that never catches up.

Universe Home Services has been serving Long Island homes since 1954, and ductless mini splits have become one of the most versatile tools in the HVAC toolkit for the Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County homes we work on every day. Whether it is a hot garage, a cold basement, or a room that never seems to stay comfortable, ductless mini splits give you precise control exactly where you need it.

Let Universe Home Services provide your home with the complete range of ductless mini split services it needs. Schedule with us today.

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Expert Ductless Solutions on Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County

Long Island is home to hot, humid summers, cold winters, and unpredictable stretches in between.

Universe Home Services helps you stay prepared for all of it with professional ductless mini split services, backed by decades of HVAC experience across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County.

Ductless systems reach the spaces central HVAC cannot, whether that is a converted attic, a finished basement, an addition over an unheated garage, or a 1950s home that was never ducted in the first place. From new installations to repairs and routine maintenance, our team handles the full scope with the precision the equipment requires, so the system performs the way it was designed to through every Long Island season.

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Why Work With Universe Home Services?

Seven decades of HVAC service across Long Island means we understand what works in Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County homes and what does not, including where ductless systems are the right answer and where they are not. That experience shapes every recommendation we make.

When a ductless system stops cooling in July or stops heating in January, you do not want to wait a week for a diagnostic. We respond quickly and work efficiently to restore comfort to the zones the system covers.

Our HVAC technicians are skilled, certified, and experienced across ductless mini split systems, including single-zone and multi-zone configurations from the major manufacturers. Every installation, repair, and tune-up is handled by someone who knows the equipment and the refrigerant handling it requires.

From heating and cooling to plumbing and electrical, we offer a full range of services to support your home’s needs. That matters on ductless projects where the installation touches the electrical panel, the exterior wall penetration, and the condensate line all at once.

We take the time to explain your options and provide straightforward recommendations so you can make informed decisions. If a repair solves the problem, that is what we recommend, not a replacement that is easier to sell.

Every job is completed with attention to detail and a focus on long-term performance, including clean refrigerant line routing, proper condensate drainage, and tidy electrical runs. The install has to look right and perform right for years, not just on commissioning day.

We treat your space with care, keeping work areas clean and minimizing disruption during every service. Ductless installations involve wall penetrations and line hide runs that are visible after the job is done, and we take the finish seriously.

As a trusted name on Long Island, we are committed to delivering dependable service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Homeowners across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County rely on us because we know the homes here and we show up when we say we will.


An Easy, Stress-Free Scheduling Process

Getting ductless HVAC help should never feel complicated.

Universe Home Services makes the entire process easy from start to finish, so you are always able to get the help you need.

Call us or schedule service online at a time that works for you. We will gather a few details about your home, your existing system if there is one, and the comfort concern driving the call, then get your appointment set quickly.

Our technician assesses your space, your existing equipment or installation site, and the comfort zones you want to address. You receive a clear walkthrough of your options with honest recommendations and upfront pricing before any work begins.

We complete the work efficiently and with care, testing the system in both heating and cooling modes where applicable and verifying your home is comfortable before we leave. You get a ductless system that performs the way it was designed to.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

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4.8
Based on 7605 reviews
Paul Reh
4 days ago
I received a quote on replacing an older existing central air conditioning for my home last summer from Frank Barczik. I didnโ€™t decide to purchase at that time. Last week an emergency situation developed and I called Frank. He quickly and professionally sent me a new quote. I decided to go ahead with the replacement. He stopped by to double check everything. Universe was able to have an installation crew at my home the next day. The crew worked neatly and diligently throughout the day to install the system by 5 pm. Frank stopped by midday to check on everything. The installers were polite and knew what they were doing. I am very satisfied with the work that was done. If you want a professional job done right the first time with a great company that stands behind their work, choose Universe.
Mary Vargas
7 days ago
Connor Tomaszewski is one of the best technicians out there and the only one who truly knows Navien boilers inside and out. His work is outstanding, and he is always professional, knowledgeable, and reliable. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for top-quality service!
We recently hired Universe for our oil to gas conversion, along with some related work. Everyone who worked on these projects was professional and a pleasure to deal with. In particular, Nikki LaCava did a wonderful job coordinating the work and assisting with our permits and other required paperwork. Brian Gerle and Hayden Muttee did a fantastic job installing the gas piping for the project, while Sal Tarantino and his crew (Hayden Muttee and Nick DiGiacomo) also did fantastic and efficient work removing our old furnace and hot water heater and installing the new equipment. Additionally, Christopher Martin did a great job fixing an interim problem with our old hot water heater before the final conversion was completed. Thanks to you all for a job very well done – each one of you deserves a five-star review! Thank you again for everything, Craig and Claudine Livingston
Paula Condit
1 week ago
Dawid Boroch and Tyler Quintero came to upgrade my electric, replace box inside and outside. Fantastic job done. Neat clean and knowledgeable. Explained all! Very happy with Universe
JG
1 week ago
June 2026 The pump from my washing machine decided to stop working a few nights ago. What a disaster! Thank goodness I had the gizmo on the floor that starts beeping when water hits it because it could have been a lot worse. The water in the pump kept pouring out until it was empty. I called Universe and Melanie F. came over. She evaluated the situation and made plans to come back the following day to install a new pump. I was so impressed with Melanie. Her recommendations on the new pump worked out great. I was so pleased with Melanie's professionalism and knowledge that she's coming back soon to install the automatic water main shut off when it senses a leak. Once again I highly recommend Universe and Melanie F.! April 2026 Nick S. came to do the yearly service for my air conditioning. Nick is great and very up front which I like. After almost 17 years I need a new system. Ugh! He brought me outside and showed me all the reasons why it should be replaced. I could wait & see but didnโ€™t want to risk it so Saturday Iโ€™ll be getting a new system. It just needs to be done. I was very happy Nick explained everything to me. Heโ€™s very knowledgeable & friendly. I would also like to acknowledge the following employees from Universe who all had some part of the installation of my furnace, compressor and humidifier. Everyone who came to my house were so friendly and respectful. The guys all explained what was being done. They also installed an Air Scrubber which purifies my system of spores, etc. The employees are Tommy Ercolano, Matt Drury, Carlos Caceros, Justin Quan-Soon, Jamell Smith and Karl Rindfleisch. All were fabulous. And I can't forget Chester Sacknievich who came back to fix an issue I was having and figured out the solution. Chester is great. I highly recommend Universe. Their employees go above and beyond!!
Vanessa Arnone
2 weeks ago
Our water heater unexpectedly had to be replaced after National Grid identified it as a safety concern before reconnecting our gas service. Needless to say, it was a very stressful and completely unexpected situation. From my very first phone call, everyone at Universe Home Services was kind, patient, and incredibly helpful. They understood the urgency and had a technician at my home much sooner than I expected. Jeff Madonia was outstanding. He took the time to thoroughly inspect everything, patiently answered every question I had, and never made me feel rushed or like I was inconveniencing him. He explained my options clearly, walked me through the estimates on his tablet, and made sure I understood everything before moving forward. Initially, it looked like the installation might have to wait until the following morning. I asked if there was any chance it could be done the same day, and Jeff immediately went to see what he could do. A few minutes later, he came back and told me they were going to make it happen that day. That level of customer service meant so much during a stressful situation. I also appreciated how respectful Jeff was while working in my home. Even when I had left the door unlocked while he was moving equipment in and out, he always knocked before coming back inside. That level of professionalism and respect stood out to me and made a stressful situation much easier. The entire experience, from the first phone call through the completed installation, was professional, efficient, and reassuring. Jeffโ€™s kindness, knowledge, and willingness to go the extra mile made all the difference. Thank you, Jeff, and thank you to the Universe Home Services team.
I had an issue with my HVAC, and Universal was able to send someone out very quickly. Both Chester and Dawid were knowledgeable, professional, efficient, and very respectful of my home. They diagnosed and fixed the problem promptly, and the entire experience was smooth from start to finish. Thank you for your excellent service! I will definitely use Universal again in the future and highly recommend them.
Anthony Hartmann
3 weeks ago
Excellent work by Patrick for a light fixture and hard wiring for a video doorbell with chime.
Michael Greer
3 weeks ago
Universe responded promptly to my service call and the technician was very friendly and knowledgeable. We had to wait a few days for the parts, but when it arrived (new sewage ejector pump) the repair was done quickly and everything worked perfectly.
howard valan
4 weeks ago
Tim the technician answered all my questions to my satisfaction and explained all my options thoroughly. His work solved my issue and he offered some insight into a replacement unit if I opted to do so.
Desiree Boucher
4 weeks ago
I had a great experience with Universe Home Services. I initially left a message on their call system and received a call back with 30 minutes from Laurie. I explained my concern and issue we were having with out Central AC and she was able to schedule service for that same day. I received text messages with arrival time, when the technician was on their way, and when they arrived at my home. Our service technician was Bob Grillo. He was super personable, kind and very thorough in his process. He answered all my questions and explained exactly what he was doing as he was troubleshooting. I had a great experience overall with the customer service as well as the job completion and would highly recommend Universe Home Services and Bob as the technician.
Danny Sutton from Sales was amazing.without him this was not possible.so kind and empathetic towards customer amazing service From the crew who was here to install the air condition Sean Dany Jared Brian Very professional polite and extremely knowledgeable They worked so efficiently and kept the area clean that you could not feel that a big job was completed after they left. I will recommend Universe home service to everyone out there who is looking for a reliable company.
shelly bansal
4 weeks ago
VERY. GOOD. SERVICES. THEY. COVER. GAURENTEE. FOR 5. YEARS. GOOD PRICE. TONY. ASHMAVI. THE. BEST. WHO. EXPLAINED. ALL DETAILS. AND. GIVE. GOOD PRICE. TOP. RATED. THANKS TO. UNIVERSAL. HOME. SERVICES
Scott Faucheux
4 weeks ago
We have used Universe now for a few installations, Anthony recently swapped out a toilet for us, cleared out a major blockage on a sewer line and Vidal just installed a whole house filtration system for us after our previous system failed on our 1929 house. They have been very polite, knowledgeable and efficient and have always given us fair and tiered options with pricing. We would highly recommend their services.
Justin Bridges
4 weeks ago
Micheal was a great technician, perfectly on time, fast detailed diagnosis, made quick work of the repair work, communicated everything. Universal did all my installations of all new HVAC and I always trust them with the maintenance.
Mario Sesso
1 month ago
Ac repair
Donna Cincotta
1 month ago
Kevin came to my home, evacuated the problem and detailed the situation to me. He ordered the new ductless equipment and installed it the next day. Kevin was professional, honest, neat and made sure the air conditioning was working properly. For my air conditioning units and repairs, I wouldnโ€™t go anyplace else.
The team was incredibly professional, friendly and worked efficiently to get the job done. I had a great experience
fran lucher
1 month ago
Came within reasonable time, fixed problem & checked for other possible issues.
William Funcheon
1 month ago
Dean, your technician is definitely an asset to your company. He was so thorough and kind. I canโ€™t say enough about him!
Laurence Andrews
1 month ago
I am pleased with the the service man that came out. He is very knowledgeable and professional
Donna Mckeon
1 month ago
Our service person Sean was great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Answered all questions we had. Definitely will use Universe home services again
I canโ€™t say enough good things about Universe home services and repairs. We have been a customer of Universe for years. Recently we had a plumbing issue and they were wonderful. Jeff the plumber was very professional and a pleasure to work with. We have also worked with Marc on a gas conversion. He was very knowledgeable, professional, and helpful. Great company with quality people! Update June 2026 – another 5 stars for Universe Home Services and electrician Dawid Boroch. Dawid was very professional, knowledgeable, and his work is exceptional. He explained the scope of the job and answered our questions before beginning his work and walked us through the results afterwards. Dawid was an absolute pleasure to work with and we highly recommend him!
Marie kopczynski
1 month ago
Very professional Answer all my questions Did a great job
Ronald Goebel
1 month ago
Chester was the best service tech we ever had. A real credit to Universe-friendly, knowledgeable and thorough in his work

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Ductless Mini Split Installation

Adding a ductless system gives you control over comfort in spaces traditional systems cannot reach.

We design each installation around your home’s layout, making sure every indoor head is positioned for maximum effectiveness and every refrigerant line is routed cleanly. Our team handles everything from mounting to condensate management to system commissioning, so nothing is overlooked. You are left with a clean install and dependable comfort right where you need it.

Choosing the right size system is essential for performance and efficiency. A unit that is too small will not keep up on the hottest summer days or coldest winter nights, while an oversized system short cycles, wastes energy, and fails to remove humidity the way a correctly sized unit would.

Where the indoor heads are installed directly affects comfort and airflow across the zone. Proper placement avoids hot or cold spots, keeps the unit away from furniture and window lines, and uses the room’s geometry so the conditioned air actually reaches every corner.

Ductless systems allow for zoned comfort, but the right number of zones depends on how the home is actually used. A single-zone system handles one room efficiently, while a multi-zone outdoor unit serving three or four heads gives a whole floor or an addition its own independent control.

Ductless systems require a dedicated circuit and the right installation conditions. On older Long Island homes with 100-amp panels, the electrical scope may include a panel evaluation before the install can move forward, and we handle that scope in-house.

Ductless Mini Split Replacement

Older ductless systems lose efficiency and struggle to keep up over time.

We guide you through selecting a replacement that improves performance while lowering energy use, and we handle the transition carefully to minimize disruption to your home. Once installed, you notice more consistent temperatures, better dehumidification in summer, and better cold-weather performance from a modern cold-climate-rated system.

If your system struggles to maintain consistent temperatures or no longer keeps up with demand on the hottest or coldest days, it may be losing effectiveness due to age, refrigerant loss, or compressor wear. Replacement restores performance with a newer, more capable unit.

Needing repairs more often than usual is a strong indicator the system is nearing the end of its lifespan. Replacement eliminates ongoing service costs and provides a fresh service life with updated technology and manufacturer warranty coverage.

An older or inefficient system uses more energy to do the same job. If your utility bills are climbing without a clear weather or usage explanation, an aging ductless unit running above its rated draw is a likely cause.

Strange sounds from the outdoor unit, persistent musty odors from the indoor heads, or both at once can signal internal issues that are not always worth repairing on an older system. Replacement is often the more reliable long-term solution.

Ductless Mini Split Repair

When something feels off with your ductless system, it is usually a sign it needs professional attention before the problem grows.

We take a diagnostic-first approach, pinpointing the issue before making any repairs so you are not paying for parts that were not the root cause. Our goal is to restore proper function quickly, whether the problem is at the indoor head, the outdoor condenser, the refrigerant lines, or the control board. We can help with:

Addressing issues right away brings your home back to a comfortable temperature without long disruptions, which matters most during a summer heat wave or a January cold snap when the ductless system is the primary source of comfort for its zone.

Small issues turn into major system failures if left unchecked. A minor refrigerant leak, a failing capacitor, or a clogged condensate drain all get worse until they force a shutdown, and prompt repair stops that progression before it spreads.

A system that is not working properly draws more energy to deliver less comfort. Fixing the problem early restores efficient operation and brings the unit back to the energy use it was designed for.

Taking care of repairs as they arise reduces strain on the compressor and the rest of the system, helping the unit last longer and perform more reliably across the years it should be running.


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Ductless Mini Split Maintenance

Keeping your ductless system in top shape takes more than occasional use. It takes routine care.

During maintenance visits, we clean the indoor head filters and coils, check the condensate drain, verify refrigerant charge, and inspect the outdoor unit for debris, corrosion, and electrical integrity. This proactive approach keeps the system running efficiently through both heating and cooling seasons and catches small issues before they become service calls.

Regular maintenance keeps your system running at peak performance, so it uses less energy to heat and cool your home. A clean filter and a properly charged system can be the difference between a ductless unit running at rated efficiency and one working noticeably harder to deliver the same comfort.

Routine service catches small issues early, before they turn into costly or inconvenient system failures. A loose electrical connection, a clogged condensate line, or a dirty coil is a five-minute fix at a tune-up and a much bigger problem six months later.

Keeping components clean and properly adjusted reduces wear and tear, helping your system reach or exceed its expected service life. Salt air from Long Island’s coastal proximity accelerates corrosion on outdoor units, and regular maintenance is how that exposure gets caught and managed before it shortens the system’s life.

Cleaning filters and internal components reduces dust, allergens, and buildup, leading to cleaner air throughout the zones your ductless system serves. On mini splits, the indoor head is effectively the air handler for the room, so filter and coil cleanliness has a direct effect on what you are breathing.

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Ductless HVAC Services on Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County

Homeowners across Long Island, Rockland County & Bergen County can protect their homes with expert ductless heating and AC services from Universe Home Services.

Whether you are upgrading your comfort, fixing an issue, or maintaining your system, our team is ready to help. We deliver reliable solutions designed to keep your home comfortable in every season.

Schedule your ductless mini split service today and experience the difference of working with a team that puts your comfort first.

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Ductless Mini Split FAQs

How long do ductless mini split systems last?

Most ductless systems last between 15 and 20 years with proper maintenance. Regular service extends the lifespan and maintains performance across that window, and on Long Island, where salt air accelerates corrosion on outdoor units near the coast, consistent maintenance is how the system reaches the top of that range instead of the bottom.

Are ductless mini splits energy efficient?

Yes. Ductless systems are known for their high efficiency because they do not lose energy through ductwork, and many models offer inverter-driven compressors that ramp output up and down to match the load rather than cycling hard on and off. That efficiency shows up as meaningful savings on utility bills, especially on homes replacing window units or electric resistance heat in the same zones.

How many indoor units do I need?

The number of units depends on your home’s layout and how many areas you want to control. A professional assessment helps determine the right setup, whether that is a single-zone unit for a specific room or a multi-zone system covering several spaces from one outdoor condenser. We size the system to the home you actually have, not a generic square footage target.

Do ductless systems provide both heating and cooling?

Yes. Most ductless mini splits are heat pumps that provide both heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. Modern cold-climate-rated models perform well through Long Island winters, and qualifying heat pump installations may also be eligible for rebates through the New York State Clean Heat Program.

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