Mini-Split Cost and Contractor Rec for MA 2 Family
Hi BP!
I acquired an absolutely beautiful 2 family in Brighton back in February, but I have a bit of a problem...
The house has exclusively electric heat. There is zero gas or oil running to the building and each unit is heated by a series of individually controlled baseboard electric heaters.
Each unit is just under 1,200 square feet. One large open concept kitchen/living room with two bedrooms. Each unit has 200 amp service currently. I'm thinking that I'd like the following per unit:
Ductless mini splits WITH heat pump
3 zones (living, bed 1, bed 2)
I could use some help in the process:
- Does this seem like a reasonable method of heating and cooling the units? I'd like something that's relatively cost effective, so central air is likely out of the question.
- Does 3 zones make sense?
- Does anyone have a contractor in the Boston area who they have used and like for mini-splits?
- Anyone have a rough idea of an all-in cost (materials and labor)?
I'm handy and can do basic plumbing and electrical work, but this is well outside of my comfort zone.
Thanks!!!