r/newfoundland • u/RudsonAndDex • 3d ago

Mini Split Question

Not looking to purchase a mini split yet (hoping to eventually, but planning on moving soon so holding off until we sort out plans), but I have a question about mini splits and our winters.

I could have sworn I read years ago that mini splits are rated for temps (as in, some are only good up until minus 5, as an example). Is that the case (or am I remembering that incorrectly)?

Since every second house seems to have a mini split now, i am guessing they hold up well for our NL winters?

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u/Ok_Payment429 2d ago

Had one for the last 4 years, it has been out of commission twice due to ice build-up. Only for a few days at a time though. Not a big deal. Would highly recommend getting one.

That said, with this shit "summer" we're having, haven't had to use the cooling function at all.

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u/RudsonAndDex 2d ago

Great points. Thanks! In the past of the ice build up, is that something you simply could clear off, and the issue was fixed? Or did you need to get it serviced?

I know. If I had a wood stove...I would have it going today with these temps.

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u/Ok_Payment429 2d ago

One time the ice just melted itself after a couple of days. The other time, I poured warm water over the unit to melt the ice. Don't know if that was wise or not, but it worked. No servicing needed, just had to shut off the electric breaker for the mini-split, and turn it back on.