A mini-split is the right choice when you need to heat and cool a space that doesn't have ductwork, or when one room in your home never gets comfortable. Our certified installers handle mini-split installations across the greater Los Angeles area: ADUs, garage conversions, additions, older homes, and rooms a central system can't reach. Most single-zone installs are completed in a single day, fully permitted with HERS testing included. Heat pump rebates from LADWP often apply. Call (818) 660-1062 or book online for a free written estimate.
Single-zone mini-split installs typically run from a few thousand dollars up to roughly $7,000 depending on equipment selection, electrical work, and access to the install location. Multi-zone systems (one outdoor unit feeding two or more indoor heads) start higher and scale with the number of zones. Every project gets a written estimate before any work begins, with no obligation. Your installation includes the indoor head or heads, the outdoor heat pump, all refrigerant line sets and condensate drainage, electrical hookup at the disconnect, mounting hardware, refrigerant charge to manufacturer specification, system startup and HERS testing, permit pulled and inspection scheduled, manufacturer warranty registration, and a full system walkthrough before our crew leaves. We don't quote installs without permits.
Most central HVAC systems push conditioned air through ductwork. That works for whole-home heating and cooling, but it's the wrong tool in a few common LA scenarios. Finishing an ADU, garage conversion, or addition with no existing ducts: mini-splits install fast, run quietly, and don't require opening walls or ceilings. Older homes that can't fit ductwork without major demolition. One room (a bedroom over the garage, a converted attic, a sunroom) that never gets cool or warm enough no matter how the central system is set. Zone control so each room has its own thermostat instead of a single whole-home setpoint. In each of these cases, a mini-split installs faster and runs more efficiently than a new duct system, and operates much more quietly than a window unit. Every mini-split we install is heat pump-based, which means one install solves the AC problem and the heating problem at once.
A mini-split is a heat pump. Depending on what it's replacing and where you live in LA, your install may qualify for one or more programs: HEEHRA (the federal high-efficiency electric home rebate), LADWP Custom Performance (for customers in LADWP service territory), SoCal Edison heat pump rebates (for Edison residential customers), or TECH Clean California (state-level incentive for qualifying gas-to-electric heat pump installs). Rebate amounts and eligibility vary by program and change over time. Use our heat pump rebate calculator to estimate your savings, or call us for a free written estimate. Manufacturer-certified installers, CSLB C-20 #952950, 16+ years in business, and 822+ five-star reviews across Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor.
A single-zone mini-split is one indoor head connected to one outdoor unit. It's the right call for an ADU, a single converted garage, a single bedroom or sunroom, or a one-room home office. Faster to install, lower upfront cost, and the simplest system to service over time. Most single-zone installs we do are completed in a single day. A multi-zone mini-split is one outdoor heat pump connected to two or more indoor heads, each with its own thermostat and remote. It's the right call when you want zone control across multiple rooms, or whole-home conditioning in a house that doesn't have ductwork. The trade-offs are real: higher upfront cost, longer install timeline, and more components to maintain over the life of the system. Multi-zone systems typically take one to three days to install depending on the number of indoor heads and the line-set runs. During your free estimate, we'll size the system for the way you actually use the space, not the theoretical maximum BTU rating. Multi-zone is more flexible, but only worth the upgrade if you're going to use all the zones. We'll tell you honestly if a single-zone or two single-zone systems would serve you better.
Manufacturer-certified installers, so the warranty stays intact and the install gets done to manufacturer specification. We install all major mini-split brands. Mitsubishi Electric leads the market for whole-home multi-zone setups, with strong cold-climate performance, low decibel ratings, and a wide range of indoor head styles including wall-mount, ceiling cassette, and slim-duct. Daikin is the most popular choice for premium installs, offers exceptional efficiency ratings, and is a top pick for homeowners chasing the highest SEER2 numbers and the longest manufacturer warranty. LG mini-splits are well-suited to ADU and single-zone applications, with a strong value-to-performance ratio that makes them a popular pick for garage conversions and additions. Fujitsu rounds out the most-installed list, particularly for slim-duct applications and ducted-cassette indoor units in remodels where homeowners want the look of central HVAC without the duct losses. If you've already chosen a brand based on a contractor recommendation or online research, we'll quote that brand. If you haven't, we'll recommend based on the size of the load, the indoor head style you prefer, the rebate eligibility under your specific program, and what's in stock at the time of the estimate. We don't push any one brand. We recommend what makes sense for your home, your budget, and your installation timeline.
Three reasons most LA homeowners choose ductless over the alternatives. First, no duct losses. Forced-air systems can lose a meaningful share of conditioned air through leaky, undersized, or uninsulated ductwork. Older LA homes are particularly vulnerable, and many central HVAC retrofits in mid-century San Fernando Valley homes lose 20 to 30 percent of their conditioned air through duct leakage alone. Ductless systems deliver conditioned air directly into the room, with nothing leaking into the attic or crawlspace on the way. Second, independent zone control. Every indoor head has its own thermostat and operates independently of the others. Set the bedroom to 68 degrees at night and leave the rest of the house at 78. Run only the rooms you're actually using. Over a hot LA summer, that adds up to real savings on the electric bill. Most homeowners report 15 to 30 percent lower cooling costs after switching from window units or poorly zoned central air. Third, quiet operation. Indoor heads run quieter than most window AC units and most central air handlers, and the outdoor heat pump noise levels are typically well within LA County's residential noise ordinance limits. A mini-split also handles both heating and cooling from the same equipment, which means one install solves the AC problem and the heating problem at once.
We install mini-splits across the greater Los Angeles area. Our shop is at 6430 Variel Avenue in Woodland Hills, so most of the San Fernando Valley and the West Side are well within our typical service radius: Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Encino, West Hills, Calabasas, Hidden Hills, Winnetka, Canoga Park, Reseda, Northridge, Porter Ranch, Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, North Hollywood, Simi Valley, and Thousand Oaks. We also handle commercial mini-split installs across the same service area: small offices, restaurants, retail spaces, and apartment complexes that need a ductless solution. If you're outside this radius, call us anyway. We'll let you know whether we can serve your address. If we can't, we'll point you toward a contractor we trust who works your area. CSLB C-20 #952950, fully licensed and insured, with 822+ five-star reviews across Google, Yelp, and Nextdoor. 16+ years installing residential and light commercial HVAC across the LA Valley and beyond. Call (818) 660-1062 for a free written estimate or book online any time.
Most single-zone mini-split installs are completed in a single day. Multi-zone systems typically take one to three days depending on layout, line-set runs, and any electrical work needed. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection as part of the project.
All major mini-split brands. Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, LG, and Fujitsu are the most common. Tell us if you have a brand preference and we'll quote that brand. We're manufacturer-certified, so the warranty stays intact and the install meets manufacturer specs.
It depends on the program, your address, your existing equipment, and what's being installed. During the estimate we'll review eligibility for HEEHRA, LADWP, SoCal Edison, and TECH Clean California, and document what each program needs from you. Rebate funding levels and eligibility rules change over time, so we verify program status at the time of your estimate.
