Since 1980, Masters Heating & Cooling has delivered professional packaged HVAC solutions throughout Indianapolis — from Carmel to Greenwood and Fishers to Brownsburg. Our NATE-certified technicians provide fast, reliable installation, repair, and maintenance services for all packaged unit types. As a Factory Authorized Carrier® Dealer with over 40 years of experience, we ensure your system operates efficiently through Indiana’s humid summers and freezing winters.
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What’s a Packaged Unit?
Unlike traditional split HVAC systems where components are separated between indoor and outdoor locations, a packaged unit houses all heating and cooling components within a single cabinet. Traditional split systems place the air handler in a closet, crawl space, or basement with the condenser unit outside. Packaged units consolidate everything into one outdoor unit. These self-contained systems are typically installed on concrete pads adjacent to buildings or on rooftops, ideal for properties with limited interior space like manufactured homes or slab foundations.
What’s the Difference Between a Rooftop Unit and a Packaged Unit?
A rooftop unit (RTU) is a packaged unit installed on a roof, commonly seen on commercial buildings throughout Indianapolis. All RTUs are packaged units, but not all packaged units are RTUs. Many residential applications in central Indiana feature ground-level installation on concrete pads.
Types of Packaged Units for Residential & Commercial
- AC packaged units: Provide cooling only, often paired with separate heating systems.
- Gas/electric units: Combine an electric air conditioner with a natural gas furnace.
- Heat pump packaged units: Transfer heat rather than generate it, providing both heating and cooling.
- Dual-fuel units: Combine a heat pump with a gas furnace backup, automatically switching between electric and gas based on outdoor temperatures.
Is A Packaged Unit the Right Choice for My Home or Business?
Packaged HVAC systems offer several advantages for Indianapolis properties:
- Saves indoor space: All components in a single outdoor cabinet free up valuable interior square footage.
- Lower installation costs: Typically $3,500 to $7,500 installed, compared to $5,000 to $10,000 for comparable split systems.
- Easier maintenance: All components in one location simplify our tune-up visits.
- Quieter operation: With the entire system outside, operational noise stays outside too.
For smaller Indianapolis residences with limited space and no existing ductwork, ductless mini-splits provide another option with excellent efficiency ratings.
Why Choose Masters for Packaged Unit Installation & Repair?
Masters Heating & Cooling brings over four decades of HVAC excellence to every Indianapolis home and business. Our licensed, insured, and NATE-certified technicians are background-checked professionals who arrive in fully-stocked trucks. We offer upfront pricing, flexible financing options, and special discounts for military, veterans, and seniors. As Indianapolis’s Factory Authorized Carrier® Dealer since 1980, we provide premium equipment backed by 10-year parts warranties. Our labor warranties extend from one year on repairs to five years on new installations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, packaged units contain all components, including the air handler within a single cabinet. This differs from split systems where the air handler is installed separately indoors. With proper maintenance, most packaged units last 10 to 15 years in Indianapolis’s climate. Carrier units typically reach the higher end of this range. We recommend biannual maintenance — once in spring before cooling season and once in fall before heating season. Regular maintenance prevents breakdowns and can lower energy costs.Does a packaged unit have an air handler?
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