We're renovating our attic -- what's the best solution for heating and cooling?
Question:I keep hearing about a mini-split system, should I pursue this or just go with a window a/c unit and something like baseboard heat?
Answers:
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A Mini-split system would very likely be an ideal solution to an attic situation. A "heat pump" mini-split would be able to both heat and cool the space very efficiently and with minimal installtion intrusion. A mini-split system consists of three components: the outdoor condensor coil (makes the freon hot or cold), the indoor evaporator coil (blows out the hot/cold air), and the pipes and electrical lines running between these two pieces of equipment. You can even get systems where the indoor unit looks like a painting! The downside to this kind of system is the cost. you could easily run up to $6,000.00 for an installed system (which must be done by a professional.
A window unit compared to a mini-split system is like comparing a Chevette to a Corvette, both in price and performance.
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