Boldr Pro & Mini-split growth + Pro Problem Solvers

Mini-splits aren’t a side gig anymore. They’re the default add-on, garage/ADU fix, and the first heat many customers steer toward. That wave also brings familiar headaches: remote issues, dead-band swings, multi-zone mode conflicts, humidity complaints, and callbacks that chew margin during the first hot week—and the last few sticky weeks of fall.

A massive installed base you can activate today

EIA’s 2020 RECS shows ~2.6 million U.S. households report at least one ductless heat pump (mini-split) and roughly 5M+ indoor units when you total one-, two-, three- and 4+-head homes—an installed base that’s only grown since 2020. 

Boldr is helping HVAC contractors upgrade their mini-split installations while solving real headaches for business owners, operations managers and the crews that hit the road every day. 

The Pro Problem Solvers — Issues & Solutions

1. Comfort swings & dead-band bounce from setpoint

• Problem: Oversized/tricky rooms yo-yo between “too hot/too cold.” Remotes make it worse.

• Boldr fix: ComfortZone AI holds rooms inside a tight band you set (as fine as ±1°F) with smart conditions (time or geofence). When temp sits in-range, you can idle or run fan to avoid overcorrection—by room or whole home

• Result: Smoother comfort, fewer “it keeps overshooting” calls from improperly sized systems. 

2. multi-zone systems fighting themselves

• Problem: One room in cool while another in heat triggers mode conflicts, shutdowns, and mystery callbacks.
  
• Boldr fix: Mode Conflict Resolution gives you two predictable rules—Tag Along (all rooms follow the first to change) or Shut Down (conflicts turn off)—so the system behaves the same way every time. The user admin can also receive an automatic alert when this occurs. 

• Result: Consistent behavior, no nuisance mode crashes.

3. Humidity complaints, condensation & “sticky” rooms

• Problem: Basements/coastal installations rack up moisture calls; some jobs need humidity-first control for code/HOA.
  
• Boldr fix: Humidistat Mode maintains a target RH using DRY (or temporary cooling if DRY isn’t available) with onboard humidity sensing. For compliance or specialty jobs, Humidistat-Only (Lock) converts Boldr into a dedicated humidistat—the lock is definitive and not changeable by the homeowner; status is visible in the install page.

• Result: Drier spaces, fewer mold/condensation tickets, and clear compliance.

4. Peak-season breakdowns & reactive maintenance

• Problem: Filters clog, performance slides, and you find out during the July heat wave.
  
• Boldr fix: HealthCheck AI (enabled at install via ProApp) trends efficiency over time, shows an easy visual score, and pings you only when action matters—e.g., filter clean at 360h/720h or a measurable decline. You schedule from data, not guesswork.

• Result: Drier spaces, fewer mold/condensation tickets, and clear compliance.

Bonus bottleneck we kill: No Wi-Fi at install → Commission with the ProApp over Bluetooth in under three minutes and hand off later with one tap—no passwords at the kitchen table.

Why installers adopt ProPack

1. True thermostat experience + simple app.

Homeowners get physical thermostat controls (setpoint, fan, swing, modes) and a clean, simple app they understand on day one—no more remote roulette, fewer hand-holding calls.

2. Brand-agnostic and flexible.

Works across the equipment you already install—Daikin, Mitsubishi, Midea, Fujitsu, Gree, LG, Bosch, private labels, and many more—so you can standardize your process without changing your line card.

3. Commission faster—even without Wi-Fi.

Use the Boldr ProApp to pair over Bluetooth in minutes; do the white-glove Wi-Fi handoff later in one tap.

4. Make every install feel premium. 

Choose Lite snap-mount (no wiring) or Pro hard-wired mount for neat, repeatable results across crews and branches.

5. Two apps, two audiences (by design).

• Boldr Energy App (retail users): live energy & cost monitoring by default, simple schedules, and automations—no contractor setup required.
• Boldr ProApp (contractors): your lane for Bluetooth commissioning, humidistat locks, mode-conflict rules, and pro settings.
  

6. Fleet visibility for owners & service managers.

The desktop ProDashboard provides a portfolio view—sites, health, schedules, lockouts, and multi-property control for residential and light-commercial programs.

7. Smart-home ready, every time.

Pair systems with the Boldr ProPack controller (included in ProPack) and they gain native Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home control—without swapping hardware. A seemingly small upgrade, but one that your customers will love and that will help you win jobs over competitors. 

Why this matters now

• Installed base you can activate today. With millions of indoor units in U.S. homes and growing, even modest attach rates create real retrofit revenue—no equipment change required.

• Incentives reduce friction. State and federal rebates/credits move customers off the fence. Keep rebates in the bid; let Boldr handle control, comfort, and clarity after installation.

Quick spec highlights (drop into bids)

• Smart thermostat experience + simple app end users actually love and use.
  
• Bluetooth commissioning with ProApp.
• ComfortZone AI, Mode Conflict Resolution, HealthCheck AI, Humidistat-Only built-in features to cut callbacks.
  
• Brand-agnostic: Daikin, Mitsubishi, Midea, Fujitsu, Gree, LG, Bosch, private labels, and many more.

• Apple Home/Alexa/Google Home and more compatibility once paired (no hardware swap).
  

Ready to test it on your next install?

Ask about the ProPack pilot (demo units + installer playbook), the 5-year ProWarranty, and Live ProSupport. 

If you’re bidding ductless today, put a real thermostat on the wall, reduce the service curve, and lock in your brand on every job—that’s the ProPack play.