IECC Zone 5A (most); 4A (far south)

Mini Splits & Heat Pumps in Ohio

Ohio sees cold lake-effect winters in the north (Cleveland, Toledo) and milder Ohio Valley winters in the south (Cincinnati). Summers are mid-80s and humid. Heating dominates the annual load in the north; more balanced in the south.

Climate Zone
5A (most); 4A (far south)
Cooling Degree Days
900–1,300
Heating Degree Days
5,000–6,500
Dominant Load
balanced

What Works in Ohio

Central and southern Ohio work with a 5°F-rated DIY unit. Northern Ohio benefits from hyper-heat. AEP Ohio, Duke Energy Ohio, and FirstEnergy all run heat pump rebates, stackable with federal 25C.

MrCool DIY 5th GenMrCool Hyper Heat (north)

Ohio Rebates & Incentives

Ohio HEEHRA through Department of Development. Major utilities all offer heat pump incentives.

Major Utilities
  • AEP Ohio
  • Duke Energy Ohio
  • FirstEnergy
  • Dayton Power & Light

Ohio Licensing & Install Rules

Ohio requires a state HVAC contractor license from the Construction Industry Licensing Board for commercial installs above $25,000. Homeowner DIY permitted on primary residence.

Top Ohio Metro Areas

We ship to every ZIP in Ohio. Largest metros where we deliver most often:

Columbus, OH
Cleveland, OH
Cincinnati, OH
Toledo, OH
Akron, OH

Recommended for Ohio Homes

Heat pumps and mini splits in our catalog that match Climate Zone 5A (most); 4A (far south) conditions.

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