PROBLEM: A property manager in Glenside, Pa., was in the process of rehabilitating an older home. One of his primary goals was to add air conditioning, but the absence of ductwork presented a significant challenge. Installing traditional ductwork would have been costly and would have compromised the aesthetics of the home.
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Sep 3, 2024 8:00:00 AM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments
High-Velocity AC System in Glenside, PA: Efficient Cooling Without Bulky Ductwork
Aug 29, 2024 9:00:00 AM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Saves the Summer for Fairmount, PA Homeowners
PROBLEM: When Danny and his family purchased their Fairmount row home a few years ago, they inherited an older HVAC system that never quite delivered the comfort they needed. The system struggled with constant issues, failing to provide consistent cooling in the summer and reliable heating in the winter. Eventually, the aging heat pump gave out entirely, leaving the family sweltering in the middle of a brutal summer heatwave.
SOLUTION: To solve the problem, ECI Comfort installed a multi-zone Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat Ductless Mini-Split system, tailored to meet the family’s heating and cooling needs year-round.
Aug 23, 2024 1:11:11 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Mitsubishi Ductless Mini-Splits Improve Year-Round Comfort for Langhorne Homeowners
PROBLEM: Our neighborhood homeowners, Joe & Sandy, have spent many years in their home without central AC. After relying on fans and two through-the-wall AC units, they finally gave up. As summers keep getting hotter, a change needed to be made!
SOLUTION: ECI Comfort installed two Mitsubishi Ductless Mini-Split systems, one for the left side of the house and one for the right side. This will finally provide Joe & Sandy with the comfort they deserve!
Aug 19, 2024 12:42:00 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Retrofitting a Historic Chestnut Hill Home with Unico High-Velocity AC
PROBLEM: Our homeowner, Alex, recently purchased this charming new Chestnut Hill home. It needed some updating, which was to be done while maintaining its historic value. But the biggest issue in an older home like this is the lack of air conditioning -- something Alex and his family were not going to live without.
SOLUTION: ECI Comfort installed a Unico High-Velocity system with a Bosch Heat Pump Inverter and Green Series Air Handler. This system will provide even and comfortable temperatures throughout each room, drastically reduce humidity, and create the perfect comfort solution while minimizing any changes to the interior!
Aug 8, 2024 12:04:05 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Solving Summer Heat in an 1825 Colonial Home: Unico High Velocity AC Installation in Rydal, PA
Problem: New homeowners in Rydal, PA, faced the challenge of combating the intense Summer heat and humidity in their historic colonial home, built in 1825. The lack of an existing cooling system and ductwork made it difficult to maintain a comfortable indoor environment.
Jul 29, 2024 3:26:58 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Solving Uncomfortable Bedroom Temperatures in Philadelphia, Pa. With a Ductless Heat Pump
PROBLEM: Our customers struggled with their daughter's second-floor bedroom, which never maintained a comfortable temperature despite the existence of a central heating and air conditioning system.
SOLUTION: A Mitsubishi Electric ductless air conditioning system was installed in the bedroom, providing targeted temperature control and eliminating the need for a noisy window unit.
Jul 19, 2024 10:02:43 AM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments
How a Mitsubishi Electric Ductless System Enhanced Comfort in a Bucks County Log Cabin
PROBLEM: Our customer's property along the Delaware River lacked a proper AC solution to deal with high humidity levels, but the log cabin construction made it challenging to install a conventional air conditioning system.
SOLUTION: ECI Comfort installed a four-zone ductless Mitsubishi Electric Heating and Air Conditioning System to provide efficient cooling and reduced humidity levels across the cabin.
Jul 9, 2024 2:59:01 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Moorestown, NJ Home Installs Daikin Fit AC for Quiet Comfort
PROBLEM: The outdoor unit's noisy operation posed a challenge for our customer's home office environment. Moreover, spatial constraints limited options for relocating the unit, potentially obstructing walkways and impeding the serviceability of adjacent ductless units.
SOLUTION: To address the noise pollution and spatial limitations, ECI proposed a comprehensive solution involving the replacement of the coil and condenser with a Daikin Fit air conditioner. The outdoor unit could then be repositioned on the ground level adjacent to the existing Mitsubishi Electric unit, ensuring quieter operation without compromising serviceability.
Jun 28, 2024 2:33:24 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments
Transforming a Unico High-Velocity System in Merion Station: A Comfort Case Study
PROBLEM: Our customer struggled with a noisy and inconsistent Unico High-Velocity system for years, making her home in Merion Station uncomfortable despite multiple attempts by different contractors to fix it.
SOLUTION: Upon a recommendation, Lan called ECI. We identified and corrected an installation error, transforming her system into a quiet and efficient source of comfort.
Jun 7, 2024 4:11:29 PM by Lauren Mangano - 0 comments
Greener Living in Rydal, PA: Transitioning to Geothermal Heat Pumps and Energy Efficiency
PROBLEM: Our homeowner in Rydal was interested in an energy-efficient alternative to his air conditioner and gas heater.
SOLUTION: ECI replaced his air conditioner and gas heater with two Geothermal Heat Pumps and a hot water generator. This new setup will provide unmatched energy efficiency, quiet operation, and whole-home comfort. Not to mention, our customer is receiving a tax credit worth 30% of his installation cost!