Full House Ac Unit W Attic Ducts
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Full house ac unit w attic ducts. In it the authors argue that attic ducts kill home efficiency they say that studies show a 20 percent energy use increase for homes with attic ducted units. Ductless systems are being used as an energy efficient supplemental air conditioning unit for homes that already have central ac systems. Put it in an attic full of blown insulation and you re. The evaporator coil is in the air handler.
Is the ductless air conditioner. Hvac system problems can go undetected. An unconditioned attic is the worst place you can put the ducts for you air conditioner. Not only is the furnace and ductwork in this climate zone 4 house located in an unconditioned attic but the homeowner also is dealing with a powered attic ventilator.
The condenser in your air conditioner works hard to get rid of heat and pressurize refrigerant for the return trip through your house. My unit is over 16 years old which is ancient in florida. This unit allows for ground level or rooftop applications. However they are a fantastic option for homes that do not have an air conditioning system or a system of ducts.
The condenser is located outside and the air handler located inside the house attic garage or crawl space.