Mini-Split Heat Pumps

How They Work: Heat Pumps Transfer Energy

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Unlike furnaces and other heating systems that generate heat, heat pumps work by transferring heat energy from one place to another. In winter, they transfer low temperature heat from the outside air, compress it, and supply it at a comfortable temperature to the inside of your house. In the summer, they do the opposite. Heat from inside your home is transferred to the outside. Like an air conditioner or a refrigerator, heat pumps rely on refrigerant to transfer the heat by taking advantage of the fact that it changes from a liquid to a gas as it gets warm.

Ductless and Ducted Options

You can get your heat pump served up in two different ways: ductless and ducted. A ductless heat pump, also call a mini split, is standalone equipment that can be installed directly into the room that needs extra heating and cooling power without the need for any ductwork. 

A ducted heat pump, however, can be installed as an alternative to traditional central heating and cooling equipment, like a furnace or an air conditioner. This brings the benefits of a mini split to your whole home comfort solution!

What Makes a Mini-Split So Great?

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• Cooling and heating for comfort where you want it when you want it
• Continuous air filtration and odor elimination
• Whisper quiet operation
• Most energy efficient cooling and heating system available so you can save on your energy bills
• Unlike central air conditioning systems, ductless heat pumps do not take up valuable space in your home or require invasive remodeling to install
• Healthy Home™ Energy and Consulting can offer you a cooling and heating solution that will pay for itself in energy savings!

Heat, and Tons of It

We picked these systems because they are the best suited to deliver year-round comfort in the climate we live in,

• HEATING even when it's -13° F outdoor ambient, producing up to 100% heating capacity at 5° F.
• YEAR-ROUND COMFORT in extreme climates without the need for energy-consuming indoor supplemental heating devices.
• HOT-START TECHNOLOGY provides warmth from the start, reducing drafts.
• INVERTER-driven compressor technology by Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating enables these systems to quickly and consistently achieve the desired temperature while maximizing energy efficiency. This type of compressor can transfer heat energy even at low temperatures, so we can rely on heat pumps below freezing.

Comfortable, Flexible & Low Cost to Operate

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Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) zoning allows each individual zone to have personalized comfort. A zoned system also allows you to keep your energy use as low as possible, keeping your operating costs down. A two pipe-system is simple to install and service. In fact, changing filters and cleaning coils is the extent of the maintenance required by these systems.

Perfect for Electric-Only Homes!

If your home is all-electric, a mini-split heat pump system is for you. Unlike other electric HVAC options, mini-splits are the most energy efficient solution available. A Mitsubishi Electric ductless mini-split heat pump can help you save on your home’s electricity bills while making sure you stay comfortable year-round. It can be perfectly paired with a solar PV system to further reduce your carbon footprint while increasing your savings and energy independence.

Not All-Electric? Supplement Your Existing Gas or Oil System

Even if your home already has a gas or oil fueled HVAC system, a ductless mini-split heat pump can work to supplement it. You’ll be able to keep your home the temperature you want it throughout the entire year. You’ll also decrease your environmental impact and reduce your monthly energy bills.

Maintaining Your Mini Split

Whether you have chosen to supplement your current heating and cooling system with a mini split, or you are replacing part of your HVAC system with a ducted heat pump option, proper maintenance for your equipment is essential. Get HVAC maintenance services by joining the Healthy Home Advantage Club, and get valuable discounts on repairs, priority scheduling, and access to exclusive promotions!