Why Boldr Pro Matters Now for Mini-Split Contractors

Mini-Splits Are Winning. Here’s How Contractors Win With Them.

If you’re putting more ductless heads on walls each month, you’re not alone. In cold-climate states, mini-splits have become the go-to install—Vermont now leads New England with 97 heat pumps per 1,000 residents, and program data in Maine says the most popular units being installed are ductless mini-splits. That’s real homeowner demand pulling directly on your schedule.

Utility and state incentives are accelerating the shift. Federal Home Energy Rebates (IRA) are rolling out through the states, alongside the 25C tax credit for qualifying heat pumps—tailwinds that help customers say “yes” to ductless.

But growth brings friction, that HVAC Contractors feel on the truck:

• Remotes confuse customers (and staff), driving repeat callouts.
  
• multi-zone mode conflicts kill comfort and create nuisance visits.
  
• Shoulder-season complaints pile up and hit all at once just when you are ramping up. 
• Commissioning mini-splits slows down when there’s no Wi-Fi on site.
  

There’s a smarter way to ride the ductless wave.

Boldr ProPack: Built for the Mini-Split Installer

Boldr ProPack is a smart controller that turns any mini-split into a true wall-thermostat experience—with physical controls the homeowner can use and an app that’s dead simple. 

It remains brand-agnostic across the lines you already sell (Daikin, Mitsubishi, Midea, Fujitsu, Gree, LG, Bosch, private labels, and many more), and it integrates seamlessly with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home and Samsung SmartThings.

The Boldr ProPack is designed to solve issues with mini-splits!

The Pro Problem Solvers (this is the good stuff)

• Commission fast—even with no Wi-Fi. Pair over Bluetooth in under three minutes; hand off to the homeowner later when internet is live.
• Mode Conflict Resolution for multi-zone systems—set clear, predictable rules (“tag along” or “shut down”) and stop the nuisance callbacks.
• Humidistat-Only (big one for ductless): lock the controller to humidity control to keep spaces dry, avoid condensation, and meet code/HOA needs. Works even when DRY mode isn’t available - Perfect for basements, Wine cellars, second homes, and anywhere a humidistat is needed
• HealthCheck AI monitors efficiency trends and flags issues when they matter—perfect for planning and booking maintenance in the shoulder seasons without extra outbound effort.

• ComfortZone AI smooths temperature swings from set point, resolving temperature under and/or overshooting—especially handy in improperly sized systems. 

Tools that scale your ductless business

• ProApp (for contractors): a dedicated app for setup, locks, diagnostics, and clean customer handoffs.

• ProDashboard: fleet-level view of every install—temperature range locks, set schedules, monitor energy and system health, and predict maintenance.
  

What homeowners get (and why it reduces callouts)

• A real thermostat on the wall + an easy mobile app. Setpoint, fan control, swing, and modes of operation (heating/cooling)  are obvious on day one - no remote roulette.
• Standard energy & cost monitoring in the Boldr Energy App (end-user app) with live dollar estimates - nothing for your team to “turn on.”
• Real-world results: Mini-split users using Boldr’s controls and automations report up to ~20% lower mini-split energy use versus remotes and manual schedules.*

*Field performance varies by home, sizing, climate, and usage patterns. (NEEA’s multi-year review of mini-split programs found that better controls and integrated strategies can double program savings—underscoring the value of smarter control.)

Why This Matters Now

Ductless isn’t just a Northeast thing; it’s quickly becoming the “first add” in room-by-room comfort nationally. ENERGY STAR calls mini-splits a quiet, no-ductwork solution that fits older homes and additions—exactly the jobs filling your calendar. Incentives (state + federal) are widening the funnel.

The industry knows smart controls are the lever: integrated controls that maximize runtime and simplify operation are the difference between a satisfied homeowner and a callback. That’s the gap Boldr Pro closes.

Quick FAQ for Installers

Is it really universal?
 Yes—brand-agnostic across major OEMs and private labels.

Thermostat or app?
 Both. Physical thermostat controls + simple app so anyone can use it.

What about humidity jobs (basements, coastal, high-RH markets, second homes)?
 Flip Humidistat-Only to hold a target RH and prevent condensation/mold; lock it when required by local code.

No internet at the jobsite?
Commission over Bluetooth in 3 minutes and move on.

How do I manage installs at scale?
 Use ProDashboard to see the health of mini-splits, view command history, and maintenance schedules across your fleet.

Bottom Line

Mini-splits are a bigger slice of your installation and servicel mix every quarter. The work is good—but only if it’s fast to commission, simple to use, and easy to maintain. Boldr ProPack gives you that infrastructure: fewer headaches, happier customers, and more profitable ductless jobs.

If you want the stats behind the surge:

• Ductless mini-splits are the most common—and rapidly growing—heat pump tech in the Northeast.
  
  
• Per-capita installations are surging (e.g., VT at 97 per 1,000 residents), and programs report ductless mini-splits as the most popular units being installed.

If you’re installing mini-splits today, Boldr Pro gives you a pro-grade way to control installations, prove savings, and keep customers coming back. Get in touch with the BoldrPro team.

Email: pro@teamboldr.com