Heat Pumps & Mini-Splits
What Is Ductless Mini-Split?
Definition
A ductless mini-split is a heat pump that conditions a room or zone directly through a wall- or ceiling-mounted indoor unit connected by a small refrigerant line to an outdoor compressor — no ductwork required. It's the standard fix for additions, garage conversions, and homes heated by inefficient electric baseboard or wall heaters.
Why it matters for your home
Energy Trust of Oregon pays $800 (or $1,800 income-qualified/rental) toward a qualifying mini-split that replaces electric-resistance baseboard or wall heat in your main living space — a direct, sourced dollar figure worth checking before assuming ductless is out of budget.
What to do about it
If any room in your home relies on electric baseboard or wall heaters, ask specifically about the mini-split rebate — it applies to exactly that replacement scenario.
Money term — the details
Does a mini-split need ductwork?
What's required to qualify for the Energy Trust mini-split rebate?
This definition is pending licensed-trade technical review. It's sourced from our own published service and guide content, not invented — but hasn't yet been signed off by a licensed HVAC reviewer.
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