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Ductless Mini-Split Installation in Wenatchee, WA

Efficient heat and real air conditioning for rooms without ductwork. A smart upgrade for baseboard-heated homes, additions, bonus rooms, shops and ADUs.

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Replacing electric baseboard heat? Eligible Chelan PUD customers may qualify for a $1,600 rebate, and we handle the PUD paperwork. See incentives ↓

Carrier ductless mini-split outdoor unit with covered line set, installed by Alpine Aire in Wenatchee, WA
Room-by-room comfort Sizing, head placement, electrical work & rebate paperwork
4.8 ★ · 588 reviews Google reviews · as of Oct. 20, 2026
Carrier ductless systems Including the Carrier 37MURA
HVAC + electrical, one team Circuit and panel work handled in-house

Comfort without ductwork

Heat and cool the rooms you actually use.

A ductless mini-split is a heat pump with an outdoor unit and one or more slim indoor units, connected by a small refrigerant line. There are no ducts to build, and each indoor unit has its own temperature control.

What you get

  • Heating and cooling. One system for winter heat and summer AC.
  • Room-by-room control. Set each zone to its own temperature.
  • Potential savings. Especially when it replaces electric baseboard heat.
  • Less construction. A small wall opening instead of new ductwork.

Where ductless usually makes sense

  • Electric baseboards or wall heaters. Add air conditioning and more efficient heat without installing ducts. This is the setup Chelan PUD's ductless rebate is built around.
  • A room that never feels right. Bonus rooms, additions and upstairs bedrooms that run hotter or colder than the rest of the house.
  • Shops, garages and ADUs. Spaces your central system doesn't reach, or where extending ducts isn't practical.
  • Whole home with good ducts? A ducted heat pump may be the better fit. Compare ducted heat pumps →

No guessing games

What does a ductless mini-split cost in Wenatchee?

Price depends mostly on how many indoor units you need, the equipment tier and the electrical work. These are our installed prices before rebates, based on our completed ductless installs from 2024 to 2026.

$7,000–$8,700 Single-zone, one indoor unit (e.g. Carrier 37MURA)
$11,000–$13,500 2 zones
$13,700–$16,500 3 zones
$17,800–$21,500 4 or more zones
$1,600 Potential Chelan PUD incentive, site-built home

Keep in mind: Number of zones, lineset length, wall construction, electrical panel capacity and site conditions can change your price. Capacity, indoor unit style and mounting location move a single-zone price; room count, lineset routing and controls move a multi-zone price. Rebates are not included in these ranges.

Prices as of October 2026, before rebates and any applicable tax. Your final price depends on your home. For comparison, a ducted heat pump with a new air handler runs $15,331–$26,702 across our Good, Better and Best tiers. Details →

Want a price for your actual rooms?

Tell us which rooms you want to heat and cool, and we'll price the right system for your home.

Request a Ductless Estimate →

Find your best fit

Single-zone, multi-zone or ducted.

We help you choose based on the rooms you need to condition, your current heat and the winters we get in North Central Washington. The Carrier 37MURA is one of the ductless systems we install most often.

System How it works Often best for
Single-zone mini-split One outdoor unit paired with one indoor unit, for one room or one open area. A bonus room, addition, shop, garage or small ADU.
Multi-zone mini-split One outdoor unit running several indoor units, each with its own thermostat. Baseboard-heated homes that want heat and AC in several rooms.
Ducted heat pump Whole-home heating and cooling through existing or properly designed ductwork. Homes with an electric furnace and ducts in good shape. See ducted heat pumps →

A little help with the investment

Chelan PUD ductless heat pump rebates.

If you heat with electric baseboards or wall heaters and get your power from Chelan PUD, a qualifying ductless system may earn a rebate. We handle the paperwork for you.

Potential utility incentive

$1,600

Electric resistance heat to qualifying ductless heat pump

Site-built single-family homes, for eligible Chelan PUD residential customers, applications received April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027. Paid by Chelan PUD, not Alpine Aire.

Rebates & financing →

Other Chelan PUD ductless incentives

  • Qualifying ductless conversion, manufactured home: $2,000
  • Qualifying ductless conversion, multifamily (5+ units): $1,000

Replacing a gas or propane heat source with a ductless system doesn't qualify, because utilities can't pay incentives for switching fuels.

Chelan PUD heat pump rebate rules →

Important rebate details: Incentives are administered and paid by Chelan PUD, not Alpine Aire. Eligibility depends on your utility account, existing heating system, home type, equipment and application approval. Homes outside Chelan PUD territory, such as East Wenatchee (Douglas PUD) or Quincy (Grant PUD), have different programs, so ask us what applies to your address. Rebate amounts checked October 20, 2026.

Rebates are provided and approved only by Chelan PUD. Amounts and eligibility are subject to change. Ask us about standard heat pump rebates.

Built for North Central Washington

Will a mini-split keep up in January?

A cold-climate rated mini-split, sized for heating rather than just cooling, can be an effective heat source here. Model choice, head placement and a backup-heat plan for the coldest nights all matter.

Read: are heat pumps good enough for Wenatchee winters? →

  • Sized for winter. We size for your heating load, not just summer cooling.
  • Head placement. Indoor units go where air can reach the space you live in.
  • Backup heat. Many homes keep existing baseboards for the coldest days.
  • Outdoor unit protection. Raised mounting, drainage and snow clearance matter in mountain and lake communities.

A clear next step

From first call to a comfortable room.

Here is how a ductless project typically works.

  1. Tell us about your rooms

    Call or request an estimate. Share which rooms you want to heat and cool and what heats them now.

  2. Get a clear price

    We recommend the zones, equipment and indoor unit locations, and price the electrical work up front.

  3. We handle the PUD paperwork

    For eligible Chelan PUD projects, we take care of the rebate paperwork.

  4. Install & test

    Our team mounts the units, runs the lines, completes the electrical and tests the system with you.

Recent local work

A recent ductless install near you.

New Carrier ductless mini-split outdoor unit installed by Alpine Aire at a home in Wenatchee, WA

A single-zone Carrier mini-split in Wenatchee

Completed
August 2026
The job
New single-zone ductless system
Installed
Carrier 9,000 BTU single-zone ductless heat pump: one outdoor unit and one indoor wall unit

This Wenatchee home got heating and cooling for one space without any new ductwork. Our team set the outdoor unit on a raised stand over a concrete pad, ran the refrigerant lines up the wall inside a protective cover, and mounted the indoor unit, then returned the next morning to finish up. Single-zone systems like this are a common fit for additions, bonus rooms and homes heated by baseboards.

Local experiences, real feedback

See what homeowners say.

Recent 2026 reviews from Alpine Aire customers on Google.

4.8

588 Google reviews

As of October 20, 2026

GOOGLE REVIEW · ★★★★★

“Carlos and Curt did a great job in a very professional manner and were friendly and courteous. Randy came along a bit later into the job to redo all the electrical that needed updating as well and was efficient, friendly and stayed late into the evening trying to finish up the job before leaving.”
Brian O. · January 2026
System replacement + electrical

GOOGLE REVIEW · ★★★★★

“From our initial phone call thru the quote process, scheduling, install, and payment all of the staff were professional and efficient. Nathan did [an] excellent job coordinating the details with us. Communication was always timely and clear.”
Debbie H. · February 2026
Two HVAC projects

GOOGLE REVIEW · ★★★★★

“Nathan came to evaluate our home and [develop] the information for a quote. Nathan was friendly, attentive and professional. Based on this experience, we would use Alpine again.”
Wade N. · February 2026
In-home estimate

Selected from our 2026 Google reviews. Hundreds more are on Google.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers before you go ductless.

Do ductless mini-splits work during Wenatchee winters?

Yes. A cold-climate rated mini-split that is sized for your heating load can heat a home through our winters. Output drops as temperatures fall, so many homes keep their existing baseboard or wall heaters as backup for the coldest nights.

How many indoor units will I need?

It depends on your floor plan. One indoor unit can handle an open area or a single room, but closed-off bedrooms usually need their own unit. We recommend the number of zones when we price your project.

How much does a ductless mini-split cost?

Based on our completed installs from 2024 to 2026, a single-zone system runs about $7,000 to $8,700 installed, 2 zones about $11,000 to $13,500, 3 zones about $13,700 to $16,500 and 4 or more about $17,800 to $21,500, before rebates. The number of indoor units, the equipment tier and the electrical work your home needs move the price. Request an estimate or call (509) 436-1178 for a price on your home. Eligible Chelan PUD customers replacing electric baseboard heat in a site-built home may qualify for a $1,600 rebate.

Which Chelan PUD rebate could I qualify for?

Chelan PUD lists $1,600 for replacing electric resistance heat with a qualifying ductless heat pump in a site-built single-family home, $2,000 in a manufactured home and $1,000 in multifamily buildings with 5 or more units. Eligibility depends on your utility account, existing heating system, equipment and approval. Chelan PUD decides final eligibility and payment.

Do I need electrical work for a mini-split?

Usually. The outdoor unit needs its own circuit, and some older panels need an upgrade to handle it. Alpine Aire also does electrical work, so the circuit can be handled as part of the same project.

Can I keep my baseboard heaters?

Often, yes. Many homeowners leave baseboards in place as backup heat. Ask us how your existing heat affects rebate eligibility before you decide.

How do I maintain a ductless system?

Rinse or vacuum the indoor unit filters regularly and keep snow and debris clear of the outdoor unit. A professional cleaning and check helps the system run efficiently. Our AA Comfort Club covers a spring and a fall visit for $300 plus tax a year per system, or $25 a month. Systems with more than two indoor heads add $30 per head each year.
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Local heating & cooling experts

Ductless installs across the Wenatchee Valley.

From Wenatchee and East Wenatchee to Leavenworth cabins and Lake Chelan homes, we help homeowners add efficient heating and cooling where ducts don't reach.

Wenatchee East Wenatchee Cashmere Leavenworth Chelan Manson Entiat Quincy

Rebate eligibility depends on your electric utility and equipment, not your city name. All service areas →

Comfort starts with a plan

Find the right ductless system for your home.

Tell us which rooms you want to heat and cool, and we'll call you back with options and a price. We handle the Chelan PUD paperwork for eligible projects.

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