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Heat Pump Comparison - Ductless vs. Standard
A comparison of two common types of heat pump systems - air source heat pumps for central heating systems with ductwork, and ductless heat pumps.
Ductless heat pumps and standard air-source heat pumps are both energy-efficient options for home heating and cooling.
Which one is right for you? It depends on your home. Here's a quick comparison of the two systems.
Ductless Heat Pumps
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Standard Air-Source Heat Pumps
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- Provide summer cooling and winter heating
- Doesn't use ductwork
- Simple installation
- Quiet operation
- Heats & cools one or more zones in your home
- Good choice for replacing baseboards, ceiling cables or wall heaters
- Also good for additions or remodeling projects where extending ductwork isn't possible
- PUD Rebate of $1,500 available through September for qualified installations
- Tax credits up to $1,900 may also be available
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- Provide summer cooling and winter heating
- Requires ductwork
- Installation can be more complex
- Heats & cools the whole house
- Great for new construction or for homes with existing ductwork
- PUD rebate of up to $1,300 available for qualified installations
- Tax credits up to $2,500 may also be available
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Our Energy Experts can help you decide which heating and cooling system is best for you. Give them a call today at (503) 366-5470 or email
experts@crpud.org to learn more.
