Areas that don’t have ductwork, like an addition, sunroom or garage, can be tricky to heat and cool. Adding ductwork from a current system can be expensive. And that extra space could just be too sizeable for your home comfort equipment to handle, because your equipment wasn’t sized with it in mind.
A mini-split is a smart idea for these spaces as it doesn’t have to have ductwork. This combined heating and cooling system has two components: an outdoor condenser and an indoor wall-mounted evaporator. It’s often known as a mini-split heat pump as it moves heating and cooling, as opposed to creating it. As a result, mini-splits are highly energy-efficient, with most achieving ENERGY STAR® certification.
Selecting the right model for your house may seem like a large task, but our heating and cooling experts at Air-Right Energy Design can help. We’ll get started with a no-obligation meeting to learn about your needs before giving you a free estimate. We’ll also go over any special offers, rebates and financing you might be eligible for.
Here’s about how much you can anticipate to spend when you’re getting 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 an estimated 450–550 square feet, or about the size of a studio apartment.
With professional installation, the typical mini-split cost for this size is about $3,000, according to HomeAdvisor, who compiles average nationwide expenses for common home improvement work.
Your precise mini-split installation cost will vary based on the kind you go with and how energy efficient it is. According to HomeAdvisor, other added costs may involve:
- Installing a concrete pad for the outdoor condenser, $75–$300.
- Installing a dedicated electrical circuit, $250.
- Upgrading the electrical panel, $1,200. This might be needed if you have an older house.
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Buying an ENERGY STAR-certified ductless mini-split can qualify you for valuable tax credits. The mini-split tax credit is $300 for qualified systems installed at your residence through December 31, 2021. We advise talking with your tax professional for more details.
Energy companies in Manassas also typically offer rebates for purchasing 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 installing a mini-split is usually costlier than traditional heating and cooling systems, it’s an extremely efficient way to heat and cool difficult spots in your residence. These involve:
- Additions.
- Garages.
- Sunrooms.
- Areas you aren’t in very often.
- Rooms with hot and cold spots.
ENERGY STAR also recommends using mini-splits in homes with atypical challenges, like:
- Expensive electric heat from baseboards, wall heaters or radiators.
- Costly central heat, either as a result of high fuel expenses or low efficiency.
- Older homes that don’t have ductwork because of radiator or baseboard heat.
In contrast with 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 get precise control over settings from room to room, due to zoned mini-split technology.
Our Professionals Can Take Care of All Your Mini-Split Installation Needs
From helping you choose the ideal model to knowledgeably installing it, our professionals at Air-Right Energy Design can take care of all your mini-split installation needs. Give us a call at 703-260-1148 today to learn how a mini-split system can make your residence cozier and to receive your free estimate!