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Ductless Mini Split Heat Pumps for Pierce County Homes
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Ductless mini split systems give you efficient heating and cooling without tearing into your home to install ductwork. They’re compact, ultra quiet and highly efficient, which makes them ideal for additions, garages, older homes and the rooms that never seem to stay comfortable. Whether you need one room handled or several zones across the house, ductless heat pumps offer flexible, energy smart comfort built for the Pacific Northwest.
We’re a Authorized Mitsubishi Electric Contractor, which means factory level training on design, installation and diagnostics and extended warranty coverage on qualifying systems.
Why Choose a Ductless System
- Eliminate hot and cold spots with room by room temperature control
- Ideal for homes with no existing ductwork common in older Tacoma, Ruston and Gig Harbor houses
- Perfect for renovations where extending ductwork isn’t practical
- Great for garage conversions, ADUs, additions and bonus rooms over garages
- High efficiency: ductless heat pumps can cut heating bills by up to 40% versus electric baseboard
- Quiet operation indoor heads run around 19 25 dB on low
- Qualifies for PSE up to $2,400 Efficiency Boost and TPU up to $1,000 (see matrix below) on zonal electric to ductless conversions
System Performance Levels
The type you choose affects comfort, efficiency and noise.
Single Stage
A single stage system operates at one fixed speed fully on or completely off. Dependable and budget friendly, but it creates more noticeable temperature swings and runs louder.
Two Stage
A two stage system runs on low or high output. Most of the time it runs low, which maintains steadier temperatures and improves efficiency; when outdoor temperatures drop it shifts to high. Quieter and more consistent than single stage.
Variable Speed (Inverter Driven)
Variable speed systems adjust output in small increments rather than just high or low. That means precise temperature control, even comfort, quiet operation and the highest efficiency available. Nearly every ductless system we install today is inverter driven it’s the whole reason the technology works so well.
High Performance Ductless Heat Pump Brands
- Mitsubishi Electric our primary line. M Series and Hyper Heating H2i models maintain full heating capacity at 5°F and produce usable heat below 0°F. Wall mounted, floor mounted, ceiling cassette and slim ducted air handler options.
- Daikin Aurora and Emura series, strong multi zone flexibility and a well regarded VRV platform for larger homes and light commercial work.
- Trane / Ameristar ductless solid mid tier single and multi zone systems with widely available parts.
- Goodman ductless value option for garages, shops and secondary spaces.
- Rheem and Carrier ductless available on request or to match existing equipment.
Where Ductless Works Best
- Second floor bedrooms that bake in summer
- 1920s 1940s homes with radiant or baseboard heat and no ducts
- Garage conversions, workshops and detached studios
- ADUs and mother in law units that need their own thermostat
- Additions where extending the main system would starve the rest of the house
- Rooms over garages and above unconditioned crawlspaces
Typical Timeline & What Installation Looks Like
A single zone system is typically a one day install. Multi zone systems (two to five heads) run two to three days. We core a three inch penetration through the wall, run the line set in a paintable exterior line hide rather than leaving it exposed, mount the outdoor unit on a pad or wall bracket, pull a deep vacuum, verify charge and configure the controls with you.
Warranty
Mitsubishi systems installed by a Diamond Dealer carry up to a 12 year parts and compressor warranty with registration. Other brands carry 10 years. Our workmanship is guaranteed for life, plus 2 years of labor coverage.
Equipment We Install
- Mitsubishi Electric: our featured ductless brand. Single-zone and multi-zone, including Hyper Heating H2i cold-climate systems
- Daikin: Aurora and Emura ductless, multi-zone inverter systems
- Service and diagnostics on Fujitsu, LG, Samsung and most other major brands
Ductless Mini Split FAQs
How many indoor heads do I need? One per space you want independently controlled. Open plan main floors often need only one properly sized head; bedrooms down a hallway each need their own. We walk the house and map it out rather than selling you a bigger multi zone than you need.
Do mini splits heat well in winter here? Yes. Standard models hold capacity into the 20s and Hyper Heating models are rated to produce full heat at 5°F. South Sound winters are well within range.
How long does installation take? One day for a single zone, two to three days for multi zone systems. We do most of the work outside and keep interior disruption to the mounting wall.
Are they loud? The indoor head is quieter than most refrigerators. The outdoor unit is audible but far quieter than a traditional AC condenser usually a non issue even in tight Ruston or North Tacoma side yards.
How much can they save me? If you’re replacing electric baseboard or wall heaters, expect a substantial drop in winter electric costs up to about 40% plus you gain cooling you didn’t have. PSE’s $2,400 zonal electric conversion rebate applies to exactly this scenario.
What maintenance do they need? Rinse or wash the indoor filters monthly and have the coils and blower wheel professionally cleaned annually. Ductless indoor units grow mildew on the blower wheel if they’re ignored that’s the main thing our maintenance membership prevents.
Can one outdoor unit run multiple rooms? Yes, multi zone condensers support two to eight indoor heads. There’s a tradeoff: multi zone systems are slightly less efficient at part load than separate single zone systems, so we compare both when it’s a close call.
Ductless Installation Near You
We install ductless systems in Tacoma, Ruston, Gig Harbor, Lakewood, Puyallup, Port Orchard, Olympia, Graham, Eatonville and everywhere else in our service area.
What Ductless Mini Split Customers Say
“Nathan did a great job with my install of two single zone Mitsubishi minisplits. He certainly went the extra mile in talking through multiple options and scenarios before we landed on one. Quality work and customer service. Highly recommend Greenflow.”
Jesse Barham · Mitsubishi mini split install, Olympia
“Green Flow did an excellent job troubleshooting my Mitsubishi ductless units. They were professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to carefully diagnose the issue and explain everything clearly. Their technician was punctual, respectful of my home, and made the whole process easy.”
Sean Lesperance · Ductless mini split service
“Nathan solved an AC problem with my daylight rambler; if I was comfortable on the main floor, the lower level was frigid. He suggested a mini split for the downstairs, and now all of us are perfect. Awesome service, great price and the job was done right.”
Rachel Corp · Mini split solution
Read more on our reviews page.
Commercial Ductless & VRF
Ductless systems are especially useful in commercial spaces: tenant improvements, office additions, server rooms, and open-floor retail. For multi-zone VRF/VRV or larger ductless projects, see our commercial HVAC page.
2026 PSE and Tacoma Power HVAC Rebate Matrix
Every dollar amount below is verified against the current PSE or Tacoma Power program page and links to it. Programs are for existing single family residential customers of the named utility. GreenFlow is a PSE Trade Ally and a Tacoma Power Participating Contractor and handles the rebate paperwork on qualifying installs.
| Utility program | Rebate amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| PSE electric resistance to air source heat pump → Puget Sound Energy electric customers | $1,500 standard $2,400 Efficiency Boost | Replacing electric baseboards, wall heaters, or an electric forced air furnace with a qualifying air source or ductless heat pump. Single family homes. |
| PSE hybrid heat pump (gas furnace + heat pump) → Puget Sound Energy natural gas customers | $1,500 standard $2,400 Efficiency Boost | Converting a natural gas furnace to a hybrid heating system. Existing PSE natural gas heat required. |
| PSE heat pump to heat pump upgrade → PSE customers with an existing ducted heat pump | $1,500 standard $2,400 Efficiency Boost | High-efficiency ducted heat pump replacing an existing ducted heat pump out of manufacturer warranty. Ductless not eligible. |
| PSE gas to heat pump (income qualified) → PSE customers who meet Efficiency Boost income limits | Up to $4,000 | Converting from a natural gas furnace to a qualifying air source heat pump. Income qualified households only. |
| PSE heat pump water heater → Puget Sound Energy electric customers | $1,000 standard $1,100 Efficiency Boost | Qualifying Tier 3 or Tier 4 heat pump water heaters. Single family homes only. Apply within 30 days of install. |
| PSE smart thermostat → Puget Sound Energy customers | $75 standard $175 Efficiency Boost | Any qualifying ENERGY STAR smart thermostat with on-board occupancy sensor. |
| TPU air source heat pump (ducted) → Tacoma Public Utilities electric customers | $1,000 | Replacing electric zonal or electric forced air heat with a ducted air source heat pump. Must use a Tacoma Power Participating Contractor. |
| TPU ductless heat pump → Tacoma Public Utilities electric customers | $1,000 up to 4 heads $650 for 5+ heads | Replacing electric zonal or electric forced air heat with a ductless heat pump. Main-area installation required. |
| TPU variable-speed HP (electric existing heat) → Tacoma Public Utilities electric customers | $2,000 | Variable-speed heat pump replacing an existing electric forced air furnace. Highest TPU single line item. |
| TPU variable-speed HP (non-electric existing heat) → TPU customers with existing gas, propane, or oil heat | $1,000 | Variable-speed heat pump replacing a non-electric primary heat source. Standard ductless/air-source not eligible when existing heat is non-electric. |
Financing after rebates: pre-qualify in minutes through Wisetack with a soft credit check. 5% discount for EMTs, firefighters, police, and active or veteran military. Full rebate hub with sample math →
Verify current amounts: program amounts and eligibility change during the year. Confirm at pse.com/rebates or mytpu.org before signing a contract. GreenFlow reconfirms current amounts on every quote.
Ready When You Are
Call or text 253 370 8641, or email njoslin@greenflowhvac.com to schedule an estimate. We answer emergency calls 24/7 for no heat, no cooling, gas odors and electrical burning smells.
GreenFlow Heating & Cooling serving Tacoma & Pierce County, WA Phone: 253 370 8641 · Email: njoslin@greenflowhvac.com Locally operated. O6A HVAC/R Licensed and EPA certified. Lifetime workmanship guarantee plus 2 year labor coverage.
Cities We Serve Across Pierce County & the South Sound
GreenFlow provides this service across all of Pierce County and the South Sound. Whether you’re in a major city or a smaller community, we typically have same week availability and can dispatch same day for emergencies.