How Much Will a Ductless Air Conditioner Cost?

As ductless AC and heat pump technology has become more popular, you may know someone who has installed one of these efficient systems for their home or business. If you have a home that uses hot water heating and are tired of dealing with noisy, ugly window AC units, you may be thinking about a duct-free air conditioner or heat pump. You’ve seen ads, read about ductless HVAC systems or looked them up on the internet. The one question everyone asks us when calling our top-rated Minneapolis heating and air conditioning company, though, is “How much will this cost?” That’s only natural, since the cost of any investment for your home is always an important issue.

As we tell everyone who calls us, there’s no simple answer. The total cost of a ductless air conditioner and heat pump depends on many factors. What we always recommend is a free, no-obligation consultation at your home or commercial property. We’ll evaluate your property, its size, how well insulated it is and ask you what goals you have for your residential or commercial cooling requirements. Then, we can show you a range of options, including cooling capacity, efficiency rating, installation, and more. We’ll give you accurate price figures for the equipment purchase and all installation costs for a variety of choices. We’ll also tell you how much you can save on monthly energy bills with more efficient cooling and help you calculate your cost per year over the long lifetime of your new system.

Then, we’ll let you make the decision that’s best for you and your budget. Financing is available, of course. Ask yourself how much your comfort is worth, and how much value you can add to your home with a brand new, high-efficiency heating and air conditioning system. We won’t pressure you in any way. Our goal is simply to help you with information and answers to your questions. Some of the factors include:

• Cooling Capacity

  The capacity of the HVAC unit you need depends on the space it will cool or heat. It also depends on how well insulated that space is and other factors. Naturally, the higher capacity comes with a higher equipment price. Matching capacity with your requirements is very important. A too large or too small model is the wrong choice. We’ll help you with the necessary calculations.

• Single-Room or Multiple-Zone Cooling

  If you only need to cool a single room in your home or want to replace a noisy, ugly window unit, that’s simple. The cost of single-zone units is low, but there are several models you can choose. We’ll show you the cost of different models and different brands, so you can compare. Multi-zone models, of course, require more equipment and parts, so they’re more expensive. Again, though, we’ll show you multiple options for comparison purposes.

• Installation Cost

  Installing a duct-free AC and heat pump is pretty straightforward, especially for single-zone models. Multi-zone units take more time to install, since several indoor modules and their wiring and plumbing must be installed. Our efficient, superbly trained technicians work quickly to save money on job. Whatever model or brand you buy, though, installation costs for similar products will be about the same. We’ll give you an accurate estimate of total cost, based on our long experience and skilled technicians.

• AC-Only or Heat Pump

  Additional internal equipment is needed for ductless heat pumps, so they cost somewhat more than AC-only models. The price difference, though, is not great in most cases. So, if you’d like to have supplemental heating during spring and summer cool weather, consider opting for a ductless heat pump model. We’ll be happy to give you prices for both from Daikin and other brands.

• Commercial and Specialized Installations

  Every commercial building has unique requirements. Churches and large halls, for example, may need multiple single zone units installed to provide adequate, even cooling. Each installation is different, so we carefully evaluate these situations and estimate the time and cost. Our experience in custom installations helps us provide an accurate estimate that takes our efficiency and knowledge into consideration.

• Total Cost of Ownership

  The initial purchase price is just one measure of the total cost of any heating and air conditioning equipment. The real test of value requires calculations of the cost per year of ownership over the equipment’s lifetime. We can help you estimate how long your AC will be in service. Warranty protection terms are important, too. How efficient your equipment is also plays a large role in cost per year calculations. The more you can save on energy bills, the greater the long-term value. Our experienced HVAC consultants can help you calculate cost-per-year numbers so you can make the best decision for yourself.

Residential and Commercial Heating and Cooling Contractor – Minneapolis St. Paul, MN

Any time you’re considering investing in heating and cooling equipment for your home or business, you have to rely on advice from dealers and do your own research. As a leading residential and commercial HVAC dealer, serving the Twin Cities metro area since 1991, we understand the complexity of these decisions. On our website and in our free consultations with you, our priority is to give you accurate, objective information on equipment and price. Unlike some companies that use high-pressure sales pitches, we believe that our valued customers just need honesty and accurate information. We want our customers to be completely satisfied, so we leave the final decisions up to them. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll give you the facts, competitive price quotes, and our recommendations. You’re the boss. You decide.