Rooms that don’t have ductwork, like an addition, sunroom or garage, can be difficult to heat and cool. Lengthening ductwork from a present system can be expensive. And that added square footage might just be too big for your home comfort equipment to handle, as your equipment wasn’t sized with it in mind.
A mini-split is a great idea for these areas as it doesn’t need ductwork. This all-in-one heating and cooling system has two parts: an outdoor condenser and an indoor wall-mounted evaporator. It’s often known as a mini-split heat pump since it moves heating and cooling, as opposed to making it. As a result, mini-splits are highly energy-efficient, with most achieving ENERGY STAR® certification.
Selecting the right model for your house may feel like a large task, but our heating and cooling specialists at Air Service Co. can help. We’ll get started with a no-obligation appointment to learn about your needs before offering you a free estimate. We’ll also review any special offers, rebates and financing you might be eligible for.
Here’s about how much you can plan to pay when you’re installing a ductless mini-split.
Estimated Cost for Mini-Split Installation
One of the most often installed sizes is a 12,000 BTU mini-split. This will heat and cool about 450–550 square feet, or roughly the size of a studio apartment.
With professional installation, the average mini-split cost for this size is around $3,000, according to HomeAdvisor, who compiles average nationwide prices for common home improvement work.
Your precise mini-split installation cost will vary based on the kind you select and how energy efficient it is. According to HomeAdvisor, other additional costs might entail:
- Installing a concrete pad for the outdoor condenser, $75–$300.
- Installing a dedicated electrical circuit, $250.
- Upgrading the electrical panel, $1,200. This could be necessary if you have an older residence.
Do Mini-Splits Qualify for a Tax Credit?
Installing an ENERGY STAR-certified ductless mini-split can give you access to valuable tax credits. The mini-split tax credit is $300 for select systems installed at your residence through December 31, 2021. We recommend consulting with your tax professional for more information.
Energy companies in Muldrow also typically give rebates for buying energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment. We’ll help you figure out this process to ensure you have the best value from your new mini-split unit.
Are Mini-Splits Worth the Cost?
Although buying a mini-split is typically more expensive than traditional heating and cooling systems, it’s a highly efficient way to heat and cool troublesome rooms in your residence. These can be:
- Additions.
- Garages.
- Sunrooms.
- Spaces you don’t use very regularly.
- Spaces with hot and cold spots.
ENERGY STAR also advises using mini-splits in residences with special challenges, like:
- Pricey electric heat from baseboards, wall heaters or radiators.
- Pricey central heat, either because of high fuel costs or decreased efficiency.
- Older homes that don’t have ductwork due to radiator or baseboard heat.
In contrast with more common electric heating and cooling, ENERGY STAR says a mini-split can save you up to 30% on cooling and up to 60% on heating. You’ll also get exact control over temperatures from room to room, as a result of zoned mini-split technology.
Our Specialists Can Take Care of All Your Mini-Split Installation Needs
From helping you choose the best model to professionally installing it, our specialists at Air Service Co. can take care of all your mini-split installation needs. Give us a call at 918-212-8943 today to discover how a mini-split system can make your house more comfortable and to get your free estimate!
