* What are the other investments you could make to reduce your energy costs or improve comfort? Is the ductless heat pump the best option? A thorough energy audit of your home will help answer these questions. * Are rebates offered by your electric co-op? * What is the best size and efficiency level for a ductless heat pump in your situation? * Are there contractors in your area with experience installing ductless heat pumps? Contact your local electric co-op for additional information and visit www.energystar.gov for tips on hiring contractors. Sources: goingductless.com/assets/documents/ uploads/DHP_Homeowners-Guide_FNL_REF.pdf; NRECA Tech Surveillance " The Business Case for Retrofitting Manufactured Homes with Mini-Split Heat Pumps " This column was co-written by Pat Keegan and Brad Thiessen of Collaborative Efficiency. For more information on ductless heat pumps, please visit: www.collaborativeefficiency.com/energytips. Top: A large or small blower can be installed depending on the size of the room. Right: The exterior compressor can be set on a foundation on the ground or mounted on the wall like the one in this photo. www.co-opliving.com October 2017 | Cooperative Living | 27 NW ENERGY EFFICIENCY ALLIANCE. SCOTT GIBSON PHOTOhttp://www.energystar.gov http://www.goingductless.com/assets/documents/ http://www.collaborativeefficiency.com/energytips http://www.co-opliving.com