Mini-Split Heat Pumps
Ductless, mini-split-system heat pumps (mini splits) make good retrofit add-ons to houses with "non-ducted" heating systems, such as hydronic (hot water heat), radiant panels, and space heaters (wood, kerosene, propane). They can also be a good choice for room additions where extending or installing distribution ductwork is not feasible and very efficient new homes that require only a small space conditioning system.
Like standard air-source heat pumps, mini splits have two main components — an outdoor compressor/condenser and an indoor air-handling unit. A conduit, which houses the power cable, refrigerant tubing, suction tubing, and a condensate drain, links the outdoor and indoor units.
The main advantages of mini splits are their small size and flexibility for zoning or heating and cooling individual rooms. Many models can have as many as four indoor air-handling units connected to one outdoor unit. The number depends on how much heating or cooling is required for the building or each zone. Each of the zones has its own thermostat, so you only need to condition occupied spaces, saving energy and money.
Benefits of Mini-Split Heat Pumps
Mini-split heat pumps offer a number of benefits for homeowners looking to efficiently heat and cool their homes. These systems provide zoned heating and cooling, allowing for personalized comfort in different areas of the home. With no ductwork required, mini-split heat pumps are a great option for older homes or room additions where traditional HVAC systems may not be feasible.
Some of the benefits of mini-split heat pumps include:
- Energy efficiency
- Zoned heating and cooling
- Quiet operation
- Easy installation
- Improved indoor air quality
Our Greeley Furnace Heating & Air experts can assess your home and recommend the best mini-split heat pump options to meet your heating and cooling needs. Contact us today to learn more about the benefits of mini-split heat pumps for your home!
Small But Mighty!
Ductless mini-split systems are easier to install than some other types of space conditioning systems. For example, the hook-up between the outdoor and indoor units generally requires only a three-inch hole through a wall for the conduit. Most manufacturers of this type of system can provide a variety of lengths of connecting conduits, and, if necessary, you can locate the outdoor unit as far away as 50 feet or more from the indoor evaporator. This makes it possible to cool rooms on the front side of a house, but locate the compressor in a more advantageous or inconspicuous place on the outside of the building.
Mini-splits have no ducts, so they avoid the energy losses associated with the ductwork of central forced air systems. Duct losses can account for more than 30% of energy consumption for space conditioning, especially if the ducts are in an unconditioned space such as an attic.
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