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Ductless Mini Split Installation & Repair

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SERVING SACRAMENTO SINCE 1981

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No ducts? No problem. Heating and cooling for any room—without tearing up your house.

Installation & Repair

No Overtime Charges

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Need Heating & Cooling Without the Ductwork?

Older home with no ducts? Garage conversion? Bonus room that's always the wrong temperature? Mini splits solve problems central systems can't.

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Mini splits aren't just small air conditioners. They're a different approach entirely—and sometimes they're exactly what you need.Where we install them:Older Sacramento homes: Lots of houses here were built before central AC was standard. Adding ductwork means tearing into walls, ceilings, attic space. A mini split goes in with a 3-inch hole and some electrical work. Done.Room additions and ADUs: That converted garage, the new granny flat, the bonus room over the garage. Running ducts to these spaces is expensive and complicated. Mini split handles it independently.Problem rooms: Master bedroom that's always too hot. Home office that the central system ignores. Sunroom that's unusable half the year. One mini split, problem solved.Workshops and outbuildings: Garage gym, detached office, shop space. Places where you need climate control but don't want to extend your house system.Where they don't make sense:If you already have good ductwork and a working central system, a mini split is overkill. And if you need to condition your whole house, multiple mini splits get expensive fast—central system usually wins there.We'll tell you straight whether a mini split is actually the right solution for your situation.

Room That's Always Too Hot or Cold

No Ductwork in Part of House

Garage or ADU Needs Climate Control

Window Units Aren't Cutting It

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Site Assessment

We look at your space, figure out what size you need, and find the best spot for the units.

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Mini split sizing matters just like central systems—get it wrong and you're either wasting money or sweating in July.We measure the space, check the insulation situation, note the window exposure (south-facing room in Sacramento needs more capacity than north-facing). Then we calculate.Placement matters too. Indoor head unit needs to go where it can distribute air evenly. Outdoor unit needs clearance and ideally some shade. Refrigerant line run needs to be as short as practical.We also check your electrical panel. Mini splits need dedicated circuits. If your panel is maxed out or ancient, that's a conversation we need to have upfront.Free estimate. We'll tell you exactly what it takes to do it right.

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Equipment Options

Single zone or multi-zone. Different efficiency levels. We match the system to your needs and budget.

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Not all mini splits are created equal. Here's what you're choosing between:Single-zone: One outdoor unit, one indoor unit. Perfect for solving one problem room. Most affordable option.Multi-zone: One outdoor unit, multiple indoor units. Condition several rooms independently. Costs more but makes sense when you have 2-4 spaces to handle.Efficiency tiers: Like central systems, mini splits come in good/better/best. Higher SEER ratings mean lower operating costs. Premium units also run quieter and have better humidity control.Heating capability: All mini splits cool. Most also heat via heat pump. Some are rated for very cold climates, some aren't. We'll match it to Sacramento's mild winters—you don't need the arctic package.We lay out the options with real prices. You pick what makes sense.

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Clean Installation

3-inch hole, some electrical work, and you've got heating and cooling. Usually done in a day.

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Mini split installation is less invasive than most HVAC work, but it's not a DIY project.What happens: We mount the indoor unit, core a small hole through the wall for the refrigerant lines and drain, mount the outdoor unit, connect everything, run the electrical.The hole gets sealed properly. Lines get insulated. Everything gets tested.Single-zone systems usually take half a day. Multi-zone takes a full day, sometimes two depending on how many heads and how complex the line runs are.We clean up after ourselves. You shouldn't find copper shavings in your carpet.

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Commissioning & Controls

We test both heating and cooling modes, set up the remote, show you how to use it.

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Before we leave, we verify it actually works. Both modes.We check refrigerant charge, airflow, heating capacity, cooling capacity. Make sure the drain is pitched right and won't back up.Then we walk you through the remote. Mini split remotes have more buttons than they need—we'll show you which ones matter and which ones you can ignore.Most systems also have wifi capability now. If you want it connected to your phone, we'll help set that up.You get all the warranty paperwork. Most units have 5-10 year coverage on parts, depending on what you choose.

No Ductwork Required

Heating and cooling through a 3-inch hole. No tearing up walls or ceilings.

Zone Control

Each room sets its own temperature. Stop heating empty spaces.

Efficient as Hell

Mini splits are some of the most efficient HVAC equipment you can buy.

Repair Service Too

We fix mini splits, not just install them. Same no-overtime policy.

What is a ductless mini split and how does it work?

A mini split is an HVAC system that doesn't need ductwork. It has an outdoor compressor connected to indoor wall-mounted units. Refrigerant lines run between them, delivering heating or cooling directly to each room. No ducts, no major renovation.

Where are mini splits a good fit?

Older homes without existing ductwork, room additions, converted garages, home offices, or problem rooms that are always too hot or cold. They're also great for creating separate temperature zones—keep the bedroom cool while the living room stays warmer.

Are mini splits energy efficient?

Very. They're typically 25-40% more efficient than traditional systems because there's no duct loss. Ducts can leak 20-30% of your conditioned air. Mini splits deliver heating and cooling directly where you need it.

How long does mini split installation take?

Most single-zone installations take 4-6 hours. Multi-zone systems take a full day or two depending on complexity. No major construction—just mounting the indoor unit, placing the outdoor unit, and running the refrigerant lines.

Do mini splits work in Sacramento winters?

Yes. Modern mini splits with heat pump technology work efficiently down to about 5°F. Sacramento rarely gets that cold, so mini splits handle our winters just fine.

How loud are mini splits?

The indoor units are whisper-quiet—around 20-30 decibels, softer than a library. The outdoor units are comparable to a standard AC condenser. You'll barely notice them running.

Interested in a Mini Split?

Free estimate. We'll tell you if it's the right solution—or if something else makes more sense.

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    Fast and professional services. Beat the other guys quote by a good amount. We are very happy with our install experience. They even supplied us with portable air-conditioning units so we could sleep last night until they could install the AC. It was very
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