IECC Zone 6A (most); 7 (far north)

Mini Splits & Heat Pumps in Wisconsin

Wisconsin winters are genuinely cold — Milwaukee and Madison see sustained stretches in the teens, northern Wisconsin (Superior, Rhinelander) drops well below zero. Summers are warm and humid with Great Lakes moisture. Focus on Energy runs one of the more generous state heat pump programs.

Climate Zone
6A (most); 7 (far north)
Cooling Degree Days
700–1,000
Heating Degree Days
7,000–9,000
Dominant Load
heating

What Works in Wisconsin

Hyper-heat is the default statewide. Focus on Energy offers rebates up to $4,000, stackable with federal 25C and HEEHRA. Northern Wisconsin should pair with a backup heat source for the deep-winter tail.

MrCool Hyper Heat

Wisconsin Rebates & Incentives

Focus on Energy is the main Wisconsin incentive program. HEEHRA adds income bonuses. Federal 25C stacks.

Major Utilities
  • We Energies
  • Wisconsin Public Service
  • Alliant Energy
  • Xcel Energy

Wisconsin Licensing & Install Rules

Wisconsin requires a state HVAC contractor license from the Department of Safety and Professional Services. Homeowner DIY permitted on primary residence.

Top Wisconsin Metro Areas

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

Milwaukee, WI
Madison, WI
Green Bay, WI
Kenosha, WI
Racine, WI

Recommended for Wisconsin Homes

Heat pumps and mini splits in our catalog that match Climate Zone 6A (most); 7 (far north) conditions.

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