Single Zone Mini Splits

A single-zone ductless mini-split system is an efficient and cost-effective way to control the temperature in a single room or area, such as an apartment, bedroom, or office space. This type of system features a compact outdoor unit and a sleek indoor unit, connected by a small conduit.

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What is a Single-Zone Mini-Split?

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If you're looking for an efficient, cost-effective way to provide air conditioning or heat to an interior space without relying on ductwork, a Blueridge single-zone ductless mini-split may be the perfect solution!

Blueridge mini splits provide air conditioning and heat to an interior space without using ducts. Ductwork is notorious for being difficult to repair and keep clean. And retrofitting an existing building with ducts can be challenging, not to mention costly.

The ductless mini-split is a convenient, compact system comprising an outdoor unit called a condenser or heat pump connected to one or more indoor units called air handlers. The air handler delivers conditioned air directly into your living space.

Do I need a Single-Zone or a Multi-Zone Mini-Split?

Single-zone and multi-zone mini-splits can increase your home or office's energy efficiency while reducing heating and cooling costs; choosing which one depends on your needs.

Are you looking to increase your comfort in just one room, or are there multiple areas within your home or business where you want climate control?

A single-zone ductless system covers one room with a single air handler. These indoor units come in various capacities suited to a wide range of room sizes.

Here's an easy-to-follow guide

Our smallest one room air handler provides 6,000 BTU, covering a 150-250 square foot room (typically a bedroom, office, or small play room).
Our largest one room air handler provides 60,000 BTU, covering a 2,500 square foot space (usually a large commercial setting).

By contrast, a multi-zone system can provide conditioned air to several rooms within the same building. Each room in a multi-zone system will have its own air handler.

Regardless of the type of system you need, single-zone and multi-zone mini-split systems require just one outdoor unit (the condenser).

Creating a customized multi-zone system for your home, office, or recreational area can offer climate control throughout an entire building, even one with many rooms.

When creating a multi-zone system, each inside unit (air handler) must be appropriately sized to each space it needs to heat or cool.

What Are the Benefits of a Single-Zone Mini-Split?

Is a single-zone mini-split right for you? Here are some of the biggest benefits of these systems:

Lower cost than modifying or replacing existing ducted equipment
Straightforward installation (you can even do it yourself if you are handy!)
Year-round energy efficiency (which equals lower energy bills)
Whisper-quiet operation (most of the time, you won't even know it's there!)
Independent climate control (heat and cool the space you need, when you need it)
WiFi connectivity and smartphone / smart home hub compatible
Plenty of style choices and mounting options for your mini-split indoor units to suit the look of your space and optimize comfort

Favorite Uses for Single-Zone Mini-Splits

A single-zone ductless air conditioner is a simple solution for many applications.

These units can serve as a room's primary heating and cooling source or provide supplemental temperature control when and where it's needed.

Here are a few common ways people enjoy their single-zone mini-split:

1. In a converted garage or shed

Suppose you want to convert your attached or detached garage or freestanding shed into a livable space–perhaps a home gym, game room, or workshop.

Often, these spaces have no existing ductwork or insulation, so controlling the temperature inside has been next to impossible until recently.

Now, thanks to Blueridge ductless mini-splits, there is a way to maintain a pleasant temperature in those spaces, ensuring you and your guests are comfortable, no matter what Mother Nature has in store.

For more information on how to properly size a mini-split for a garage or similar structure, see our article: How to Choose the Right Mini-Split for Your Garage, or reach out to one of our HVAC experts before you choose.

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2. In a room addition

People commonly use mini-splits to supplement air conditioning and heat after adding a room to their home.

In many cases, an existing conventional HVAC system won't have the capacity or duct design to cover the needs of an additional room.

Not only that, but a single-room mini-split air conditioner can make for a versatile, efficient, and easy-to-install solution without putting extra stress on your existing system (or a bigger price tag on the project!)

3. In a room within a multi-story home

We know that in large and multi-story homes, temperatures can vary significantly from one part of the house to another. It can be difficult to perfectly balance an already-existing central air system to work optimally in both heating and cooling seasons.

As a result, you might end up with a bedroom that is always hotter than the rest of the home, or a basement media room that requires you to wear a sweater, no matter how comfortable the rest of the house is.

A ductless mini-split can solve these issues by fine-tuning the temperature in key problem areas.

4. In a guest room

You may not use your guestroom daily, but you still want your visitors to be comfortable when they arrive. With a single-zone mini-split, you can keep these rooms at a slightly lower temperature when unoccupied and adjust them when guests stay over.

5. In a home office

More people are working from home than ever before. A single-zone mini-split can help maintain a comfortable and productive work environment by allowing you to control the temperature of your home office without affecting the rest of the house.

6. In a nursery or kid's room

Babies and young children require consistent and comfortable room temperatures for sleep and play. With a single-zone mini-split, you can maintain the ideal climate in nurseries and kids' rooms, ensuring their comfort and well-being.

7. In a home gym

Home gyms can become uncomfortably warm during intense workouts. A single-zone mini-split can help maintain a comfortable exercise environment by allowing you to control the temperature in the gym area without affecting the rest of the house.

In cases like these, a single-zone ductless mini-split can go a long way in helping to control the temperature for a particular problem area.

It's a comfort solution that can transform sleep quality, increase productivity, end family arguments, and decrease utility bills.

Understanding Mini-Split Sizing

A mini-split's size is determined by its capacity to heat and cool a given space rather than by its physical dimensions. The HVAC industry defines capacity using terms such as Ton and BTU.

Mini-split air conditioners are rated in tons and measured in BTUs (British Thermal Units), a universal measurement of heat.

In HVAC lingo, “tonnage” refers to the amount of heat (in BTU) an air conditioning system can remove from a space in one hour.

For example, a 1-ton ductless mini-split will remove 12000 BTU of heat per hour.

Therefore, 1 ton is equivalent to 12000 BTU.

When shopping for a mini-split, you will see both terms–ton, and BTU–used to describe these systems. These numbers signify a system's capacity to remove heat from indoor air in cooling mode or outdoor air in heating mode.

The first step in finding the right size mini-split for your space is knowing the square footage you want to heat or cool.

Knowing the square footage will help give you a rough estimate of how many tons of cooling power (or how many BTU) it will take to condition–or cover–your space.

Why Typical Mini-Split Sizing Charts Fall Short

While you can match your square footage to its recommended number of BTU on a common sizing chart, this information only provides a baseline.

Other crucial factors influence sizing. Among them are ceiling height, number and size of windows, and insulation level. Our Ductless Mini-Split System Selector takes these factors and more into account.

While many generic BTU sizing charts will recommend larger single-zone systems for many residential needs, our experience has shown that a 2-zone mini-split may better serve larger rooms over 600 square feet.

By dividing the required BTU of a larger space between two air handlers, a dual-zone system will better mix the air and maintain climate control throughout the room.

If you have any questions about how many or what type of mini-split system will be right for you, please reach out to one of our experts today.

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Is a Ductless Mini-Split the Right Choice for You?

If you are ready to reap the benefits of a ductless mini-split system, then contact us to ensure the right fit for your space, budget, and needs.

And, if you are a do-it-yourselfer, our Blueridge mini-split systems are made for you!

Ductless mini-splits are far easier to install than traditional HVAC systems.

Most of our customers complete 90% of the installation themselves, and the handiest among them choose a single-zone DIY mini-split, allowing them to complete the entire project independently.

For more installation information, see our article (including step-by-step videos), How to Install a Mini Split in 4 Steps.

If you prefer not to install your mini-split system, we can also help you find a licensed installer.

No matter your route, you will soon happily enjoy all the perks your new Blueridge ductless mini-split offers.

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Why Choose a Blueridge Mini-Split from Alpine?

At Alpine Home Air Products–America’s first online HVAC company–we’ve been making customers happy since 2002!

Why, you ask?

The answer is easy.

At Alpine, we offer top-quality products at low prices with fast and always free delivery.

Our personalized customer service (backed by thousands of 5-star reviews and an A+ rating from the BBB) and unlimited technical support set us apart from the competition.

Blueridge ductless mini-splits–Alpine’s exclusive brand–are built to our specifications by the world’s largest, most reputable HVAC manufacturers.

Blueridge mini-splits also have the highest online product ratings of all mini-split brands.

Here's what you'll get:

Wholesale pricing
Fast, Free shipping
The outstanding Blueridge Ductless Mini-Split Warranty
Alpine’s Premium Guarantee:
- A Money-Back Satisfaction Guarantee
- A Warranty Guarantee with in-house claim processing
- Unlimited Technical Support

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