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Old Dec 4, 2004 | 02:49 PM
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Lightbulb Re: Local HVAC advice requested

Okay, here's what I need, any help appreciated:
  • 1/2 ton electric heat pump.
  • 10-12 seer should be fine.
  • Matching outside unit.
  • Two returns.
  • Four vents.
  • All insulated trunks, vent lines.

The 3rd floor location is already pre-wired with electrical, drain plumbing, and all other connections necessary for the unit. I have the insulated copper lines coiled under the house that connect to the 3rd floor location and is ready for the outside unit. Will need to purchase the breakers and outside box for the outside unit from Home Depot but did not want to run the electricity there until the slab location was chosen for the outside unit.

Because cooling of the 3rd story is more important than heating (2nd floor will radiate heat upwards anyways), figure two returns in the ceiling and four vents mounted on low the walls. Vents should run from an insulated trunk (not vinyl) then 3-1/2 feet perpendicular from the trunk to the wall vent. Two returns mounted in the ceiling can efficiently draw the hotter air as it rises rather than attempt to push colder air from above if the return/vent locations were reversed.

I've worked on repairing trunk lines, vents, electrical, and assorted ventilation stuff but never installed one from scratch. Really need help in purchasing the heat pump and it's outside unit, installing them, and running the return/vent lines.

Looking for help with a "package deal" and guided assistance with the install. Don't forget to include a nominal markup for your time and effort because pizza and beer probably won't cut it for such a large project.