Older units with repeat failures
Board and compressor failures on older systems can make replacement the better value.
AFFORDABLE AIR HEATING & COOLING
The right fit for your home.
A ductless mini-split pairs an outdoor heat pump with one or more indoor heads. Talk with a locally owned HVAC contractor about your home and your options.

WEIGHING YOUR OPTIONS
Age alone doesn’t tell the whole story. These are good reasons to take a closer look.
Board and compressor failures on older systems can make replacement the better value.
Newer cold-climate models can heat well in colder weather than many early systems.
If a space has changed, the head type or capacity may no longer fit.
Some older models have limited parts availability.
THE EQUIPMENT IS ONLY PART OF THE PICTURE
You bring your comfort goals. We bring the technical know-how to evaluate your home and explain the options.
We plan how many indoor units you need and where they’ll keep rooms comfortable without blowing directly on people.
Wall-mounted, ceiling cassette, floor console and concealed ducted units each suit different rooms.
We plan where refrigerant lines and drains run so they’re protected and as tidy as possible.
If the system will be a main heat source, we’ll discuss cold-weather performance and backup heat.
We find the cause, explain it in plain language and give you the price before work begins. If a repair makes sense, we’ll say so—and if it doesn’t, we’ll tell you why.
WEIGHING YOUR OPTIONS
Age alone doesn’t tell the whole story. We look at the diagnosis, the repair history, remaining warranty coverage and any comfort problems together.
If a repair makes sense, we’ll say so. If replacement is worth considering, we’ll lay out both options side by side so the decision is yours to make with good information.
Mini-Split repairTypical installed prices for ductless systems:
| System | Typical installed price |
|---|---|
| Single-head mini-split, standard 9,000–18,000 BTU wall mount | $3,500–$5,500 |
| Each additional indoor head, equipment and installation | $1,800–$3,000 per head |
Typical installed price ranges for Chillicothe-area homes as of October 2026. Your exact price depends on your home, system size and installation needs. Estimates on new systems are free, and financing is available for all credit types (0% APR for 72 months, with approved credit).
CLEAR SCOPE. INFORMED DECISIONS.
Every home is different, so we explain the price before work begins. The main factors include:
FROM FIRST CONVERSATION TO EVERYDAY COMFORT
We look at the current equipment, your comfort concerns and the space it serves.
We explain the recommended equipment and what’s included.
We confirm equipment availability and a date that works for you.
We test the new system and show you how to use and care for it.
BRANDS WE SERVICE
We service most major brands, whether or not we installed the equipment. Affordable Air is a Trane Comfort Specialist and a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Contractor Preferred dealer, and we also install Day & Night and Goodman equipment.

The local people behind your home comfort.
YOUR HVAC CONTRACTOR. YOUR NEIGHBORS.
Shane Shaw and Darin Frazier started Affordable Air in August 2006 after working in HVAC sales and service management. Their priorities are still straightforward: be honest, explain the options and make things right when something doesn’t go as planned.
Our team lives in the communities we serve. We’re neighbors you might see at the bank, at a high school football game or at the Ross County Fair.
About Affordable AirLOCAL ROOTS. A WIDER REACH.
Our team is based in Chillicothe and serves homes across the Ohio communities below. We’ll confirm coverage at your address when we talk.
Near one of these communities, but don’t see your town? Give us a call and we’ll check your location. Coverage in Lockbourne is limited to part of the area.
Check your address: (740) 779-0079BEFORE YOU CALL
A single-zone ductless mini-split with a standard 9,000–18,000 BTU wall-mounted head typically costs $3,500–$5,500 installed. Each additional indoor head typically adds $1,800–$3,000. Estimates on new systems are free.
Sometimes. It depends on the refrigerant, line size and condition. We’ll check before recommending reuse.
Affordable Air is a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Contractor Preferred dealer. We also service other mini-split brands.
COMFORT CLUB
The Comfort Club is $270 a year and includes an annual furnace tune-up, an annual A/C tune-up, priority service, 10% off repairs and special access to deals.
KEEP EXPLORING
LET’S MAKE YOUR HOME COMFORTABLE AGAIN
Need a repair, a replacement estimate or routine maintenance? Start here.
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