Electric Mini Split system or Natural gas... How do I decide??

10 years ago

Hi,

Just finishing the framing of a major overhall of our house where we turned 1,700sqft into 3,400, and now i need to decide how to heat/cool it!

Have quotes from one Mistubishi Diamond certified contractor for DUCTED mini splits - around $44,000. But another Diamond cert contractor said he wouldn't recommend mini splits as we have too many rooms, so he quoted $50k Natural gas system.

Confused and looking for resources/suggestions on how to decide on what is most reasonable and efficient for my situation.

Thank you!

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mike_home
10 years ago
Mini split are probably not going to work well with a 3400 sq. foot house. I also think it would be cheaper to heat your house with natural gas.

Did this contractor give you an breakdown of what you would get in his $50K proposal? It seems like a lot of money even if you have brand new duct work throughout the house.
kirkhall
10 years ago
This is posted twice. Most people seem to be answering the other post, for future posters who want to research this topic.
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Electric Mini Split system or Natural gas... How do I decide??

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