Mini-split or “ductless” air conditioners are the most cost-effective and efficient way to cool down your San Diego home when temperatures heat up. (And most can heat as well)
Most of our customers start with one unit - and quickly ask for multiple after they realize what a difference these ac units can make.
Below are a few more reasons mini-splits are the way to go for San Diego homeowners.
Pricing:
(The following pricing assumes that your current electrical box can handle a 30-50amp circuit.)
9,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. small bedroom or office, $3100-3500
12,0000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Usually enough for a bedroom or TV room, $3400-3700 installed
18,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Living room or high ceiling room, $3900-4300 installed
24,0000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Large high ceiling room or open floor plan $4500-4900 installed
30,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER, 1200 SF whole house single floor $5300-5600 installed
Most of our customers start with one unit - and quickly ask for multiple after they realize what a difference these ac units can make.
Below are a few more reasons mini-splits are the way to go for San Diego homeowners.
- Mini-splits are significantly cheaper than central air conditioning. A central AC system can cost $15,000-$25,000 depending on the existing conditions and size of the house. A mini split system averages $3200-$4800 installed per zone.
- Mini-splits are much more efficient. AC is rated according to SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio.) Most central AC units are 14 SEER; a very expensive central AC unit might be 16 or 18 SEER. Most of the mini-splits we install are 20-25 SEER without breaking the bank.
- The install on a mini-split is much less involved. We can usually complete it in a day. There is only a 3″ diameter hole from the outside condenser to the inside air handler, which is why they are called ductless AC units.
- Most mini-split units have the ability to heat as well; these are called heat pumps.
- Mini-splits are very quiet; most people don’t even realize they are on, they filter the air, and can alter the amount of energy used if the demand is less.
Pricing:
(The following pricing assumes that your current electrical box can handle a 30-50amp circuit.)
9,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. small bedroom or office, $3100-3500
12,0000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Usually enough for a bedroom or TV room, $3400-3700 installed
18,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Living room or high ceiling room, $3900-4300 installed
24,0000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER. Large high ceiling room or open floor plan $4500-4900 installed
30,000 BTU High efficiency heat pump: 20+ SEER, 1200 SF whole house single floor $5300-5600 installed