Help me hide my ugly air conditioning / heating wall unit
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Comments (10)even here is La. some folks are dead set against heat pumps. apparently 20+ years ago heat pumps didn't perform as well as they do now. I've met hvac company owners that won't let go of that and refuse to install heat pumps at all. I've seen that same attitude in homeowners. 20 years ago..I didn't know anything about hvac, so my info is based on what I've learned in the past 15 years. putting a 15-17 seer heat pump instead of a 13 seer ac with elec strip saves a LOT in the winter. for example...my Feb utility bill (15 seer hp) $38.00 my sisters (13 seer elec strip) $195 no brainer, but can't convince BIL of that. to him...it is because they don't cut the lights off.. not the 8 computers! LOL! anyway.......See MoreQuote for Heating and Air Conditioning-Good deal?
Comments (11)Baldloonie- I think it's just to run ducts out to back room which is only electric heat. The room is right off the room with the furnace. Ryanhughes- The 10,000 rebate is part of the NJ Clean Energy Program. It's a rebate a lot of people aren't familiar with but it's great. It's actually a reimbursement for saving energy for buying new higher energy efficiency products. You can be reimbursed for 50% of the cost of the work up to $10,000 plus have an opportunity to finance the balance at a 0% interest rate for up to 10 years if you reach certain efficiency requirements. There's specifics such as you obviously must meet certain efficiency levels, can only use contractors certified in this program, must have an energy audit done, etc. Check these 2 sites out: Explains the efficiency requirements for loan (This site also shows programs for some other states but I know nothing about those) www.energyfinancesolutions.com Explains the steps to get the maximum rebate of 10,000 http://www.njcleanenergy.com/residential/programs/home-performance-energy-star/benefits-and-incentives...See Morereplacement of heating & air conditioning units
Comments (1)Quote #1 does not include increasing the size of the ductwork which needs to be done because you are replacing a 2 ton with a 3 or 4 ton (depending on the quote) and a 1.5 ton with a 3 or 3.5 ton. Quote #2 also includes zoning equipment/controls. There is a VERY large discrepancy in size of existing units vs. proposed units(both quotes) Did any of these contractors do a heat loss calculation? You should ask to see a manual J, which will determine the proper size system for the home. I understand the size needs to be increased due to the additions to the home, but what is the proper size? I would not sign any contract without a heat loss calculation first. That is the basics. Post back and we can continue this. Or email me @ woody22478@yahoo.com. I can forward you info and links to help explain better....See MoreHiding air condition units. Do you need a certain clearance?
Comments (11)BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO HIDE YOUR AC CONDENSER. https://www.minisplitairconditioningsystem.org/ If you’re looking for ways to disguise your air conditioner condenser, please make sure that you’re not accidentally creating a situation in which your unit malfunctions or completely breaks down. Allow Sufficient Airflow: The most popular way we’ve seen homeowners hide their air conditioner condenser is to enclose the unit behind a fence, screen or latticework. To prevent overheating and a breakdown, ensure that you always allow sufficient airflow around your unit. It’s recommended to have a minimum of 12” clearance around all sides of the air conditioner and 5’ clearance above it. Never box in your unit with a solid structure—you must allow ventilation through large lattices or screens! Ensure Your Unit is Accessible Sometimes, a picture on Pinterest might look nice, but there are practical limitations to how it will function in real life. If you decide you want to disguise your AC condenser, make sure that a certified technician will be able to safely reach the unit to perform air conditioning repair and maintenance. Never install permanent structures close to your unit that would prevent someone from being able to access your unit. Keep Pests Away Previously, we discussed the problems pests could create if they entered your HVAC system and ways to keep them out of the heating and cooling systems. We’ve seen some beautiful gardens planted around air conditioner condensers in an attempt to hide them. Unfortunately, those beautiful gardens may also attract the pests that will cause damage. Make sure any plants that are used to hide your condenser are far enough away that they don’t attract squirrels or mice to the unit....See MoreCarrie B
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