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Case Studies

We think the easiest way to tell you what we do is to show you what we do. Serving the greater Philadelphia area, we've done installations from Old City to Elkins Park, Trenton to Yardley, and have served Delaware Valley homeowners for over twenty years.

So, find a home or a neighborhood that looks like yours and see how we helped the homeowner with their home comfort problems. If you don't see your neighborhood or your type of home here, please click here to let us know where you live and we'll see if we have a story near you.

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Heating and air conditioning for Lower Bucks and the Greater Philadelphia area

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From Tudors to Colonials to split-level homes and more, we've installed heating and air conditioning in all types of single family homes, condos, townhomes and apartments in and around the Philadelphia area.

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Mar 15, 2023 3:42:10 PM by Logan Donahue - 0 comments

Throwback Thursday: 17th Century Stone Farmhouse Upgrades Their Air Conditioning System

PROBLEM: Our homeowner was desperately searching for a new functional option for his 17th-century stone farmhouse that could eliminate the use of his old radiator and window units.

SOLUTION: ECI Comfort was able to install a Mitsubishi Electric ductless system to enhance the comfort in his home. This system does not require alterations to the home and is minimally invasive, which helped maintain the historic stone home. ECI specializes in installing ductless systems in older stone homes. 

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Jul 21, 2021 10:25:36 AM by Brian Kinkade - 0 comments

South Philly Rowhome Finally Gets a Permanent AC Solution

PROBLEM:  New homeowners, Ted and Carrie, reached out to ECI during their settlement process on an old Philadelphia rowhome. The rowhome was equipped with cast-iron radiators for heat and window units for AC. Ted and Carrie were looking for a more permanent solution for their new home. Concerned about space and noise, they reached out to ECI about ductless mini-splits.

SOLUTION:
ECI Comfort installed a four-zone Mitsubishi Ductless system.  This multi-zone system was installed across three stories and provides both heating and cooling. This provided a permanent solution for their forever home and eliminated the need for those noisy window units. Since these Mitsubishi mini-splits require no ductwork, our homeowners can save on valuable space and get the most out of their new home. They also feature whisper-quiet technology.

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Jul 21, 2021 10:23:04 AM by Brian Kinkade - 1 comment

1700s Stone Farmhouse Gets AC Upgrade It Always Needed

PROBLEM:  Our homeowner, David, has a charming stone home built in the early 1700s. The home was built in three phases and was equipped with cast iron radiators for heat with no cooling system. David needed options that would efficiently heat and cool his home without disturbing the clean aesthetic of the property.

SOLUTION:
ECI Comfort installed a four-zone Mitsubishi Ductless system.  This four-zone system provides heating and cooling to the main spaces of the home without disrupting the homes functionality. With the home being constructed in different stages, finding spaces for the splits and the heat pump proved to be tricky. But with help from our lead installer, Matt, and coordination with the homeowner, our team found the perfect options and placements. For older homes with limited space, ductless AC is the perfect match.

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Feb 28, 2020 10:28:35 AM by Ron Musser - 0 comments

Ductless Mini Split in Cheltenham Home With Poor Ductwork

PROBLEM: A Cheltenham home had poor ductwork. That made it chilly in the winter and very hot in the summer. The homeowner never installed central air. 

SOLUTION: Installed a Hyper Heat ductless mini split. The new system offers amazing comfort year-round.

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