Ductless mini-split heat pumps offer reliable, all-season climate control. In the right conditions, these systems can operate at efficiency levels as high as 400%. This means that they produce four times as much heating and cooling power as they consume in electricity. If you’re thinking about installing a mini split in your Bend, OR home, here are three ways that doing so could save you money.
1. Save Energy by Not Heating or Cooling Unoccupied Spaces
Unlike central heat pumps, ductless mini-split systems can have multiple indoor air handlers. When installing mini-splits for whole-house climate control, we divide buildings into separate service areas or zones. Each zone gets its own air handler and thermostat, and residents can control individual thermostats independently. This eliminates the need to condition spaces that are empty or send conditioned air into rooms where it isn’t wanted.
2. Bypass Duct-Related Energy Loss
According to studies performed at the University of Florida, air ducts could be responsible for the loss of up to 40% of an HVAC system’s heating and cooling energy. Rather than routing conditioned air through long and potentially leaky networks of ducting, ductless mini-split systems distribute it right where it’s produced. Not only does this eliminate duct-related energy loss, but it also contributes to healthier indoor air quality (IAQ).
3. Sidestep the Costs and Hassle of Ductwork Retrofitting
If your home was built without ductwork, installing a mini-split system will help you avoid the need for ductwork retrofitting. Although the slightly higher costs of ductless mini-split systems are often listed among their drawbacks, installing a mini split in a home that lacks ducting can be cheaper than the alternatives.
Our company helps homeowners in Bend, OR optimize their home comfort and save money. We offer exceptional heating, cooling, and IAQ services. We also provide cutting-edge options in ductless mini-split systems.
To find out more or schedule an appointment, contact Mountain View Heating now!
