Multi-Zone Mini Split System vs Central A/C in Home (2019) Cooper&Hunter
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- Converting your house from Central A/C to Ductless Mini Splits? See why installing a Multi Zone Mini Split System is the best option for any home, office, or business!
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Cooper&Hunter Sophia Series Mini Split Air Conditioning Units installed in this video:
- One 36,000 BTU/h Outdoor Unit
- Two 9,000 BTU/h Indoor Wall Mounts
- One 12,000 BTU/h Indoor Wall Mount
HVAC contractor Brian guides the Johnson family as they disconnect their Central Air Conditioning and replace it with a Multi Zone Ductless Mini Split heat pump System. Though Mini Splits are relatively new to the U.S., they have been the popular heating and cooling solution in Europe for decades. As consumers become more aware of their many advantages, including affordability, ease of installation, and energy-efficiency, Mini Splits are making headway in the American market. Discover how they work and why they’re replacing Central A/C units throughout the world.
The Cooper&Hunter Ductless Sophia Series Split system utilizes inverter technology and offers a variety of features including WiFi control options, Anti-Corrosive GoldFin coating, Sleep mode, Timer, Refrigerant Leakage Detection, and a Self-Diagnosis Function.
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Cooper&Hunter is a global manufacturer of hvac equipment with a wide product line, ranging from Mini-Splits, TTWs, PTACs, and Portables, distributed in 50 countries worldwide. The “C&H” brand is well on its way to becoming a household name, as the mark itself has come to represent quality and innovation matched with sleek design and great prices.
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I just installed a 12,000 btu C&H with floor console and it works great. Very quiet and it has an ionizer built-in.
Thanks, Gary! We're always happy to receive positive feedback from satisfied customers! :)
So how much did you pay for it?
@@NivitaUSA About $1200
I'm doing research right now for my home. How is the floor unit working out, I'd much rather have that then the unit on the wall. Thank you
That robot family seemed almost human. Amazing!
They seem to be having a lot of fun doing this lol!
Excellent information and the actors seemed very life-like.
Thanks so much Marty! We always appreciate positive feedback! :)
@@CooperandHunterusa & negative?
@@Hypocrite420 We're always open to suggestions and eager to answer for any concerns our customers may have!
@@CooperandHunterusa haha. thanks .
Did doing this Cooper & Hunter ad heat up their careers or put them on ice?
Im an HVAC technician, and honestly i would 100% recommend mini split systems. The ONLY downside to them is that they suck at heating,, so if where you live temperatures often drop, this is probably not the best option for you. But when it comes to cooling, these suckers will cool down your room in no time and are SUPER energy efficient! :)
Thanks for your feedback, Aaron! We're absolutely aware that many mini splits just don't cut it in colder climates - but that's why we have an entire Hyper Heat line, for Single Zone, Multi Zone, and Light Commercial applications, which offers dependable heating in ambient temperatures as low as -22°F!
We've equipped homes, businesses, and even entire apartment complexes in Canada and the Northern US with our NEEP listed Hyper Heat systems - with excellent results! :)
@cooper and hunter. How much doesna hyper heat 4 zone cost to install ball park? My house is pretty small so i was thinkign a 36k btu pump with 2-6k btu and 2-12k btu wal mounted units. Thank you!
I'm in Africa and I'm interested in HVAC systems for their air ventilation component. How does aircon compare in air and cooling?
I never realized it would be so easy to switch from central air to mini splits. I'm amazed that more people aren't using them! I will continue to do some research, but I am definitely considering a split system in the future. Thanks for the clear explanation! 👍
We're so happy that this testimonial gave you some useful insight about the advantages of utilizing multi zone mini splits in your home! We wish you luck with your research and possible future air conditioning conversion. :)
Wow what a solution! hope the Johnson kids are doing well how did they ever live like that.
i use a motion sensor switch so every time i leave it turns off in 10 minutes. when i get back. it turns on. works great when the temp is set. this system can definitely benefit from this. i think its a great set up.
What do you do for smaller rooms like halls , staircases , walk-in closets and bathrooms?
Split systems are very flexible and economical solution for everyone!
You are absolutely right! Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us.
So you installed a total of 3 condensers outside? Any pics?
Great video! What’s a brand you would recommend for a split ac?
Cooper&Hunter brand offers great value for quality, energy efficient products!
I have a ~1500 sq ft, 2 story home. Downstairs is the living room on one whole side and a kitchen and a laundry/ utility room on the other half. Upstairs is 3 beds and a bath. What would be a good setup? 4 zones? 2 down and 2 up? One in each room seems like overkill. Thanks.
Hi Daniel, there are many variables which should be taken into account when deciding on the best mini split set up for your home. Square footage of each space, ceiling heights, number of windows and other heat sources, insulation, etc. should all be taken into account. If you think 4 indoor heads would be too much, you could always consider a slim ducted mini split, which could direct airflow to a few smaller spaces (great choice for laundry rooms, kitchens, hallways, etc.). We'd recommend asking your C&H distributor/seller for advice on choosing the right system for you.
Wow glad I came across this video... Living in Asia most of our homes use mini split ac's but are of far bigger capacity like a single room of 150 sqft needs a dedicated 18000 btu unit. I was planning on getting central ac for my home but now I know even in west now ductless is getting more popular and it's overall better and more efficient!
Yes! Asia and Europe obviously have a longer history with mini splits, but the US is gradually making the switch. The benefits are hard to deny!
So finally, which one you selected?
Hi, I've seen I can buy a multi-zone, say with 3 zones, and on the outside unit I can see the 3-sets of connectors for each indoor unit. In the video you said the outside unit was chosen as 36k BTU for 'future expansion, in case another zone needed to be added later'. Of course the indoor unit just gets installed where needed, but what about the piping?? Are you saying that a 4th set of connectors can be 'added' in-situ to the outdoor unit? Thanks.
If you're looking into a 3 zone condenser, for example, you can install 2 indoor units and the 24K outdoor unit, leaving the other line open for a later addition. So you don't even need to purchase or mount the third unit until you're ready to install it. You'll only need the 3rd set of copper lines at that time. The only condition is that, for a multi zone condenser, at least 66% percent of its capacity needs to be connected to indoor units at any given time.
@@CooperandHunterusa Got it. For my example above the you are actually installing a 4-zone outdoor unit but only installing 3 indoor units, leaving the 4th connection open for future use. Thanks.
@@chipiros1974 You got it!
@@CooperandHunterusa are you running lines all the way around the house to connect to the same unit?
@@pearlrival3124 The lines can go up through attic spaces before running them out to the exterior wall. But, yes, that's the idea. The indoor units need to connect to the outdoors with copper lines.
Do I need to get a permit from the 🏡 insurance to replace central ac and install the mini split?? Hope you reply soon thanks!
This would probably depend on where you live and which insurance you have... we'd suggest getting in touch with your insurance.
when doing an entire house, is the mini split more expensive than a traditional HVAC or is the cost about the same?
Hi Bob! Great question! Mini split systems are MUCH more affordable than centralized air conditioning systems. Not only do they cost less to install, but they are also much cheaper to maintain.
Furthermore, as multi zone systems allow you to cool or heat occupied spaces without running the air through the entire house, they save a ton on energy expenses as well! :)
Are you thinking of making the switch?
@@CooperandHunterusa I'm going to be building a new house this year and I like the mini split system because I could control the temperature in each room of my house . I also despise ducted HVAC systems because they are so dirty and inefficient. I have had the traditional HVAC ducted system in every house I've lived in and I am sick of them. When an air exchange is placed in the attic of a house it is working in an unbelievably hot environment in the summer. In the summer, when the HVAC cycles back on, it first has to empty out all of the HOT air in the duct system before the cool conditioned air begins cooling the house. Also, I;ve rarely seen a duct system that was installed correctly with no connection leaks, etc.. not to mention the poor insulation on ducts. I also don't like the idea of a condensation drain pan being overhead, that has the potential of leaking when the condensate lines clogs (notice I said WHEN, not IF). SO thats good news to hear that the mini split system should be the same or less cost when compared to a traditional ducted HVAC system. I'm going for it!!
@@bobkeeler5964 You're absolutely right about central A/C systems. If you've already been doing some digging, you've probably noticed that ductless A/C has always been the popular solution in Europe. The U.S. took a detour, but trends are definitely headed back to mini splits. We hope you're happy with the result! :)
Central air conditioning, requires periodic maintenance to operate trouble free.
Mini split are cheaper but when problems arrives ,like condensations, or a bad circuit board the whole entire system fail.comments from an experience tech.
Couldn’t have gotten real people?
Does C&H have consultants we can call to get advise planning our systems and help us find installers in our area?
I am looking to replace the existing central heat & AC system in my two story, 3 bedroom/2 bathroom house. In addition to those 5 rooms, it also needs to cover our kitchen, living & dining rooms. So that's 8 spaces in total. What is the max # of rooms your systems can cover, and how would the price for such a system compare to replacing a existing ducted central AC system?
I guess C&H doesn't respond to questions like this.
Our multi zone systems accommodate up to 5 zones. Any of our distributors, including Amazon sellers, will be happy to help you mix and match the perfect system for your needs.
In regards to installers, any licensed HVAC technician will do!
Can they all be set into auto and they work as needed to maintain a set temp?
Hi Rodney! That's a great question. If you set multiple zones to AUTO you risk a mode conflict. For example, if 4 zones are running to cool and one switches to start heating, it's very likely that all of the units will stop functioning until they are reset to work in the same "mode" (to heat OR to cool). Heating and cooling simultaneously is not an option since the zones are all connected to a singular condenser which can only operate for one of those functions at a time.
What are the result in GCC.... Where outside temperature is 40c + on average year... And requirement for inside room is 20c
Hi Hamid! This series is specifically tailored to our US market, so they would not be appropriate for that type of climate. You can, however, check cooperandhunter.com/ae for more information on products supported by Cooper&Hunter in Asia! Hope this information helps!
How do you easily get rid of the Duct vents in the ceilings? Is there a CAP, to just cover them?
Alternatively, most duct vents can be closed manually.
@@CooperandHunterusa well yes they do, but you would like to cover them up solidly as tehy are breeding grounds for mold.
I have a question: cant you split the zone for central air into three? What is the cost to do that? And cant you also get Nest thermostats and external temperature sensors?
Sorry Windows Longhorn CII, but we don't work in central air conditioning, only mini splits. Our products are not yet compatible with Nest thermostats.
Cooper and Hunter My point is rather than getting mini splits just split the central air into 3 zones
@@futurepaver2039 Even if you split the central air into 3 zones, you'll inevitably face all the inconveniences that come along with ducted A/C, like energy loss and extensive duct cleanings, for example.
Cooper and Hunter Okay thanks
@@futurepaver2039 Anytime!
How much wattage does one single 9Kbtu unit use up?
It depends on the model but, for example, a 9K Btu/h Sophia Series Wall Mount uses 640W for cooling and 930W for heating.
How do they cool the bathrooms?
In this particular house, the bathroom is still cooled with the central system. But if you wanted to include hallways, laundry rooms, and bathrooms, you could easily operate them all together as one "zone" with a slim ducted mini split unit.
What's the size dimensions of the indoor units?
The size depends on the capacity of the unit. For reference 9K Btu/h wall mounts are 30.31x11.81x21.85 while 12K Btu/h wall mounts are 31.50x13.11x21.81
These are great, but being a minimalist, I just can’t get over the look. Not into having big bulky electronics on the wall
Have you had a look at our Slim Ducts and Ceiling Cassettes - they're much easier to conceal, while offering the same dependability and energy efficiency.
@@CooperandHunterusa nice! I’ll check it out
@@LeslieDugger Great, let us know if you have any questions.
This is very helpful, even if this fake family is terrible at acting.
So what about the kitchen, living area and master bedroom? How are they being cooled and warmed? This video is informative but not 100% real.
This was 100% a real installation. At the time the video was made, the rest of the house was still being controlled by the pre-existing centralized system. We closed off the ducts to these rooms, which no longer needed supply from the central A/C.
These ppl aren’t real. They’re robots, ai or bad actors.
omg, these paid actor parents are so cringe, it's epic
such bad acting
so fake lol
The products and results are anything but fake :)
The dad is smug for no apparent reason 😂
@@sujaykadam99 "We were ready to make the switch" /smugface