Ductless Heat Pumps in Ottawa

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When the cold weather hits Ottawa, homeowners start scrambling to figure out how to warm up their spaces efficiently. Ductwork can be a pain, and cranking up the heat can lead to outrageous utility bills.

Want to know which models we carry?

You’ll spot more Ottawa homeowners switching to ductless heat pumps these days – and for good reason. When you’re looking for a ductless heat pump in Ottawa that can handle our intense weather, Climate Works offers systems that work even in freezing temperatures. These units do something pretty amazing: they extract heat from the cold outdoor air and move it right into your living spaces.

You won’t need any bulky ductwork since the system pairs a sleek outdoor component with small indoor units that mount on your walls or ceilings. It’s an efficient way to stay cozy without tearing up your home for traditional HVAC installation.

Ductless Heat Pumps

Top brands like Mitsubishi, Fujitsu and LG are available. The team at Climate Works knows their stuff when it comes to selecting and installing the right sized system to keep each room at the perfect temp. Ductless heat pumps are minimally invasive and provide customized comfort and control.

No Ductwork? No Problem!

Incredibly quiet, sleek and energy-efficient, ductless split systems are the smart way to cool rooms without ductwork—even those without windows or exterior walls.

Each indoor unit is individually controlled for room-by-room comfort. The ductless mini split heat pump mounts on any interior wall, including ones without windows.

If you have one or more rooms without exterior walls or windows, a wall-mounted ductless heat pump will work beautifully. The indoor head is sleek, unobtrusive and quiet. You need only a couple inches of clearance from the ceiling, so you’ll have lots of placement options.

All ductless heat pumps in Canada come with a remote control, so even units high on the wall are easy to operate. There’s also an optional wired, wall-mounted controller for models over 18000 Btu.

Choose from single-zone HVAC system, single-zone heat pumps that cool and heat, and multi-zone heat pumps that individually cool and heat multiple rooms. All these ductless split models exceed federal energy-efficiency standards, and several models have super-high SEER ratings from 16.5 to 22.0.

The term ‘ductless’ simply means no ductwork involved. Mr. Slim mini split unit systems have two basic components:

1. Indoor air handling unit otherwise known as the indoor head
2. Slim-line outdoor condenser unit

These ductless heat pumps are easily connected by refrigerant lines running through a small 10cm opening in the wall or ceiling. The outdoor unit cycles the refrigerant through the lines to and from the indoor unit, where the air is conditioned and then distributed into the open space.

Indoor units come in a variety of styles and can be installed in compact tight spaces on walls or recessed into or suspended from ceilings. Installation is as simple as mounting the indoor and outdoor components of the system, connecting the refrigerant lines, and making a few electrical connections.

When you’re indoors, a central heating or cooling system is invisible. A ductless heat pump system, however, requires a vent in the ceiling or slim unit on the wall. Manufacturers do go to a lot of trouble to make the indoor component of a ductless system as stylish as possible, there is still something to see.

If you’re particular about your décor, a central system may be a better choice for you. But these homeowners found some pretty inventive ways of disguising them.

What is the average cost to install a ductless heat pump in Ottawa?

For a basic single-zone setup that heats and cools one area, you’d typically spend between $2,000 to $6,000. If you need multiple units to handle different rooms in your home, the price range moves up to $6,000-$10,000. These costs include both the equipment and professional installation, which you’ll want since proper setup makes a big difference in how well your system works.

Are ductless heat pumps worth it in Canada?

Ductless heat pumps in Ottawa are the most cost-efficient and energy-efficient way to heat and cool open spaces. Ductless heat pumps and mini split systems are also very universal, specifically where there is not any ductwork, or it cannot be installed. Therefore, ductless heat pumps are a great investment and are indeed worth it.

What are the cons of ductless heat pumps?

These types of heat pumps will result in long-term energy savings, but their upfront cost is a bit higher than traditional heating and cooling systems. They also require typical maintenance that you would expect from any HVAC unit.

Do ductless heat pumps save money?

Yes, they do. A ductless heat pump in Canada can save up to 40 percent of the cost of energy of a forced air system because they do not require much energy to run.

Unlike old-school furnaces, ductless heat pumps don’t just blast hot air – they actually move heat, not just air, into your rooms. The ductless mini split air systems pull heat from the outside air, so they offer more energy efficient temperature control inside.

Are ductless heat pumps easy to install?

Compared to ductwork, absolutely. Our experienced technicians can generally get a ductless mini split air conditioner and heater up and running in a day or two.

You don’t have to tear down walls or ceilings or deal with major construction dust and debris. The installers just drill a couple small holes for the thin refrigerant lines to connect the indoor and outdoor units.

Can you use heat pumps for only air conditioning?

Yes, you can use your ductless heat pump just for air conditioning if that’s what you need. The same technology that moves heat into your home during winter works in reverse during summer – pulling heat from your indoor air and moving it outside. Even though “heat pump” is in the name, these systems excel at cooling and give you precise temperature control in each room where you’ve installed a unit.

You’ll find this especially handy if you want to cool specific areas of your home without wasting energy on rarely used spaces. Many Ottawa homeowners use their ductless systems for cooling in summer and keep their existing heating system for winter.

How many square feet can a ductless heat pump heat?

A mini split heat pump in Canada can only heat one room in your home at a time. If you plan on using ductless heat pumps throughout your whole home, you will need to measure the square footage of the room to ensure you have the right sized ductless heat pump for your room.

First, calculate the square footage of the room by multiplying the room’s length by its width. Then, multiply that number by 25. The number it comes out to is called the British Thermal Unit (BTU) output you will need for that room.

One BTU will represent the amount of energy you need to heat or cool one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit. This is an approximate number to help you find the right sized heating pump.

For example, a 150 to 200 square foot room will require a ductless heat pump with a 5,000 BTU output. Repeat these steps for every room you want to use a ductless heat pump in.

If you are interested in installing the best ductless heat pump in Canada, we can help make it happen. Schedule a free consultation today and we will help you determine what size ductless heat pump you need.