Rooms that don’t have ductwork, like an addition, sunroom or garage, can be a challenge to heat and cool. Extending ductwork from a current system can be expensive. And that extra square footage could just be too large for your home comfort equipment to handle, since your equipment wasn’t sized with it in mind.

A mini-split is a wise solution for these rooms because it doesn’t require ductwork. This comprehensive heating and cooling system has two pieces: an outdoor condenser and an indoor wall-mounted evaporator. It’s often called a mini-split heat pump as it transfers heating and cooling, as opposed to generating it. Because of that, mini-splits are highly energy-efficient, with many reaching ENERGY STAR® certification.

Selecting the right model for your home may seem like a large task, but our heating and cooling professionals at Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning can offer assistance. We’ll begin with a no-obligation consultation to go over your needs before offering you a free estimate. We’ll also go over any special offers, rebates and financing you might be able to take advantage of.

Here’s about how much you can plan to pay when you’re installing a ductless mini-split.

Average Cost for Mini-Split Installation

One of the most frequently installed sizes is a 12,000 BTU mini-split. This will heat and cool an estimated 450–550 square feet, or around the size of a studio apartment.

With professional installation, the usual mini-split cost for this size is around $3,000, according to HomeAdvisor, who compiles average nationwide prices for typical home improvement projects.

Your total mini-split installation cost will differ based on the type you go with and how energy efficient it is. According to HomeAdvisor, other additional costs might involve:

  • Installing a concrete slab for the outdoor condenser, $75–$300.
  • Installing a dedicated electrical circuit, $250.
  • Upgrading the electrical panel, $1,200. This may be necessary if you have an older house.

Will a New Mini-Split|Do Mini-Splits|Can a High Efficiency Mini-Split} Receive a Tax Credit?

Getting an ENERGY STAR-certified ductless mini-split can qualify you for valuable tax credits. The mini-split tax credit is $300 for eligible systems installed at your home through December 31, 2021. We suggest consulting with your tax professional for more details.

Energy companies in Wyandotte also usually give rebates for buying energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment. We’ll help you figure out this process to confirm you get the best value from your new mini-split unit.

Is Mini-Split Installation Worth the Price?

Although getting a mini-split is often more expensive than typical heating and cooling systems, it’s an extremely efficient approach to heat and cool troublesome areas in your home. These include:

  • Additions.
  • Garages.
  • Sunrooms.
  • Rooms you aren’t in very regularly.
  • Spaces with hot and cold spots.

ENERGY STAR also advises using mini-splits in homes with unique challenges, including:

  • Costly electric heat from baseboards, wall heaters or radiators.
  • Expensive central heat, either because of high fuel prices or reduced efficiency.
  • Older residences that don’t have ductwork because of radiator or baseboard heat.

When compared to traditional 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 enjoy precise control over temperatures from room to room, because of zoned mini-split technology.

Our Professionals Can Take Care of All Your Mini-Split Installation Needs

From helping you select the right model to professionally installing it, our professionals at Gee & Missler Heating & Air Conditioning can take care of all your mini-split installation needs. Reach us at 734-284-1224 now to learn how a mini-split system can make your home cozier and to get your free estimate!