Key takeaways
- Great for additions, older homes and rooms with comfort problems
- Each zone gets its own control
- Several indoor units cost more than one ducted system
- Placement and looks matter
Where they shine
Mini-splits excel where ducts are missing, damaged or impractical: additions, finished attics and basements, garages, sunrooms and older homes. They have no duct losses and give room-by-room control.
They are also a good way to fix a room that never feels right on the main system.
Where ducted systems win
For whole-house comfort in a home with good ducts, a ducted system is usually less costly and less visible. Several indoor units add up in price and wall space.
A well-designed ducted system can be easier to live with in many homes.
Planning one
Good installers plan line set routes, condensate drains and indoor unit locations carefully. Size each zone to its load.
Our Tonnage Finder gives a starting range for one room.
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Quick answers
Can a mini-split heat my whole house?
A multi-zone system can, if properly sized. For many homes a ducted system is simpler.
Do mini-splits need maintenance?
Yes. Filters need regular cleaning, and the coil and drain benefit from periodic professional service.
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