Why August Isn’t Too Late to Install a Ductless Mini-Split
Summer isn’t over yet, and if you’ve been putting off a ductless A/C installation, there’s still time to make this season more comfortable. A mini-split system can cool your PA or DE home quickly and efficiently, and with available rebates and tax credits, the cost might be lower than you think.
What Is a Ductless Mini-Split?
A ductless mini-split is a heating and cooling system that doesn’t require any ductwork, which is perfect for older New England homes. It consists of an outdoor unit and one or more indoor units mounted on walls, delivering conditioned air directly to the spaces where you need it most. That makes it a great option for homes without existing duct systems, room additions, or any space that’s never quite the right temperature.
Mini-splits are also heat pumps, which means they do double duty. During the warmer months, they cool your home. When temperatures drop, they can provide supplemental heat.
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The Shoulder Season Advantage
A mini-split can help you stretch your heating oil or propane budget during the shoulder months, those mild stretches in fall and early spring when full heating isn’t quite necessary yet.
Instead of firing up your primary heating system for a few chilly mornings, you can lean on your mini-split for a light boost of warmth. That means less fuel consumed, fewer deliveries needed, and more money staying in your pocket before winter even arrives.
Save More with Rebates and Tax Credits
The upfront cost of a ductless mini-split installation is easier to manage than many homeowners expect, especially right now. Qualifying ENERGY STAR Most Efficient air-source heat pumps are eligible for a federal tax credit worth 30% of the project cost, up to $2,000.
Additionally, at Ferro Fuel Oil, we offer free quotes on mini-split installations, so you can find out exactly what a system would cost before committing to anything.
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Why Install Now?
Late summer is actually a smart time to schedule an installation. Demand for HVAC services tends to peak when weather is at its most extreme, which means better availability and scheduling flexibility now. You’ll also head into fall already set up with a system that can handle shoulder-season heating, rather than scrambling to get on a contractor’s schedule when everyone else is doing the same thing.
Get a Free Quote from Ferro Fuel Oil
Ferro Fuel Oil is ready to help you find the right mini-split system for your home. Contact us today to schedule your free quote and find out how much you could save with available tax credits.