Frequently Asked Questions

As Mini-Split is quite a bit different from Central Air Conditioning and other ducted solutions, there is a lot of questions that come up. We did our best to answer as many of them as possible on this page.

How many indoor units can I attach to one outdoor unit?

This varies based off of the brand/model you have chosen. Both the companies we carry here have an incredibly large list of models. Some only allow 1, others may allow more. Typically configurations we install do not allow for more than 3-4 indoor units attached to one outdoor unit. They do, however, produce lines for more commercial environment that allows much more. From our experience those units have a large increase in price, and we are better off installing multiple outdoor units at that point.

How loud are these mini splits?

The mini split units that we install are all inverter driven. This means the unit runs only as loud as it needs to in the environment. Most of the year you will barely hear it run. On the hottest day where it's running full out, it will still be quieter than a traditional outdoor unit. Inverter compressors are amazing and in 2024 we started companies start to promote these compressors for central air conditioner units because of the efficiency and quiet operation.

What type of efficiencies should I expect?

Efficiencies will vary, but one thing is for sure... Mini Splits have outstanding SEER2 ratings. When they are heating your area, the efficiencies are also surprisingly good. Depending on your situation for heating you will want to talk to your estimator to find a unit that fits your application. Someone who is going to be using this when possible for heating may want a higher HSPF2 (heating efficiency rating). Each brand has multiple series aimed for homeowners with different goals for their mini split.

Are there restrictions to how indoor units need to be installed?

There are a few things to keep in mind when you plan where to put the indoor units. We will need to run refrigerant lines and drain lines from the indoor unit to the outdoor unit. For that we like to stay on outside walls when possible as it will save you cost on installation. We have the option to add Line Hide to cover up the lines and make it look like a rain gutter type cover. Outdoor units have some limiting factors about placement but those are typically related to building codes and we can help you with that when we are there looking at your home working out a plan with you.

How big are the indoor units?

The height is roughly about a foot tall, with the width of the units varying depending on the amount of cooling output. It's recommended to stop into our showroom to see what one looks like as we have two models in the showroom, both functional so you can see and hear it operate too!

Why do you carry two different brands?

Each company takes on their designs for Mini Splits differently. From our experience Daikin and Mitsubishi are both "A" tier companies that have been making units and pioneering the advancements for decades. We have sold Mitsubishi units for over 30 years, and it's amazing their reliability and efficiency. Daikin is newer to our offering, however, we have been blown away with their quality and their price point is something homeowners really appreciate. They also come with a fantastic warranty so you can feel comfortable knowing it's going to work and if not we'll get it fixed at little or no cost to you during that time.

Didn't you used to sell Midea?

We brought on Midea during the pandemic when Mitsubishi's flow of product to our country was severely interrupted. We waited over a year for some units. We brought on Midea because they were stocked well and they are the ones that Carrier and Bryant trust to make their mini splits. We put quite a few in, and they are good reliable units. Unfortunately as time went on our pricing increased to where it's not feasible considering the other options available to us.

Have a question not mentioned here?

We are happy to answer them for you. Send us a message at sales@goodguyswi.com or give us a call at 920-734-1436.