Mini-Splits Overtake Central HVAC: 40% Market Share

Ductless mini-splits now command 40% of the residential HVAC market, upending the central-system dominance of decades past. The shift reflects straightforward economics: lower upfront costs, no expensive ductwork installation, and room-by-room temperature control that cuts energy use in partially occupied homes. New efficiency standards and electrification mandates favor heat pump technology, making mini-splits the practical default for residential retrofits.