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How Do Mini-Split Heat Pumps Work?

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Mini-split heat pumps are becoming growingly popular, especially in New England, but how do they work and why should you think about installing them?

Mini-split heat pump systems work by transferring heat between your home and the outside air. In cold weather, mini-splits move heat from the outside, indoors to heat your home. In warmer weather, mini-splits move heat in the opposite direction to cool your home.

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Let’s discuss the basics of a mini-split heat pump!

Heat Pumps Move Heat

While most traditional heating systems, such as fuel heating, create heat, heat pumps move heat.

Mini-Splits Provide Heating & Cooling

To heat your home a mini-split moves the heat from the outside air, and pumps it into your home using a refrigerant to transfer the heat.

When cooling your home your mini-splits do the opposite, moving heat from inside your home to the outside.

Mini-Splits Are Highly Efficient

Mini-split heat pump systems can be 2-3x more efficient than traditional systems such as oil, propane, or electric resistance.

Mini-Splits Comfort & Style

Mini-splits offer room-to-room temperature control, built-in dehumidification, and offer air purification filters for improved comfort and indoor air quality!

In addition to being highly efficient, mini-split systems are designed to save room in your home, operate quietly, and are generally low-impact installations.

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This is a simple overview of mini-split heat pumps. For more in-depth information, check out these additional Jay Moody HVAC resources!

– How Does a Heat Pump Work and How Does Temperature Affect Efficiency?

Jay Moody HVAC’s owner, Leo Sharkey, discusses in depth how a heat pump operates and the effect of temperature on the systems efficiency.

–How To Use Your Mitsubishi Mini-Split Heat Pumps Efficiently

Mitsubishi mini-Splits are highly efficient systems when installed and operated correctly. Jay Moody HVAC will take care of the design and installation, but here a few tips to help you optimize your systems efficiency and comfort!

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