The Sinno family had been struggling with a persistent heating and cooling issue in their Philadelphia home. Their daughter, who slept in a back bedroom on the second floor, was particularly affected. Although the home has a central heating and air conditioning system, her room never maintained a comfortable temperature. The room was always too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter, leading the family to use a noisy window unit, which they were eager to replace. They called ECI to help with their uneven heating and cooling issues.
Initial Conversations
Our comfort specialist, Matt, proposed installing a ductless Mitsubishi Electric Heating and Air Conditioning System to address the room's specific heating and cooling needs. Ductless mini-splits are great in any application, but are especially helpful for single rooms or additions that have specific HVAC issues.
Challenges we considered in this ductless installation
The location and structure of the home provided us with three main challenges that were important to consider:
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Location constraints: The house is in South Philadelphia, where narrow alleys and limited access made installation challenging. Luckily, the low profile of Mitsubishi Electric heat pumps makes them much easier to fit in tight spaces compared to traditional air conditioners and heat pumps.
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Structural limitations: There was only one exterior wall in the daughter's room, and it was above her bed, making it an impractical location for the installation. Given the constraints, we decided to place the unit on an inside wall and used a line hide to ensure minimal visual disruption.
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Aesthetic concerns: The family wanted a solution that avoided the unsightly and loud window unit without compromising the room's aesthetics.
Installation Process
Planning and preparation
The team carefully planned the installation, taking into account the narrow access points and the structural limitations of the house.
Execution
Despite the challenges, the team successfully installed the ductless unit on the inside wall. They used a line hide to manage the necessary connections discreetly.
Testing and confirmation
Post-installation, the system was thoroughly tested to ensure it provided the desired comfort levels. The installation was a success! The new Mitsubishi Electric ductless heat pump system effectively regulates the temperature in the bedroom, providing a comfortable and quiet environment. The Sinno family is thrilled with the results, noting the significant improvement in their daughter's sleep quality.
Future Plans
Impressed by the solution, our homeowners are now considering similar installations for their other property in West Philadelphia. They are planning to renovate this property over the next couple of years and will likely opt for ductless systems to ensure optimal comfort.
Conclusion
This project demonstrates the effectiveness of Mitsubishi Electric Ductless systems in addressing specific heating and cooling challenges in residential settings. With careful planning and execution, even complex installations can deliver significant improvements in home comfort and energy efficiency. The Sinno family's experience serves as a model for similar projects in the area, showcasing the benefits of modern HVAC solutions.
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