High velocity heating and cooling handles temperature control in historical home

Until a few years ago, I’d never heard of high velocity heating and cooling.

The only reason I’ve learned about this type of temperature control is because my husband and I purchased a home in the historic district.

The house was built in the early 1800’s and features much of the original architecture. There’s mullioned windows, parquet floors, hardwood moldings and very high ceilings. While the home is absolutely beautiful, we found it difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the year. We live in an area where the winter weather brings temperatures in the negative digits, and the summer season delivers intense heat and high humidity. The former owners of the home managed with box fans, portable air conditioners and electric baseboard heaters. These look terrible and aren’t overly effective. My husband and I wanted something less invasive and permanently installed. We were looking for a whole-house heating and cooling system that we could incorporate without tearing down walls or ceilings. We were unwilling to sacrifice the historical integrity of the house for the sake of temperature control. I did some research online and came across high velocity heating and cooling. This type of system is designed specifically for retrofit into older homes. It utilizes ducts that are only two-inches in diameter and flexible enough to snake through walls without damage. The vents are also very compact and are available in a wide array of styles to seamlessly blend into the decor. We found a local HVAC contractor who specializes in high velocity systems to handle the installation. There was no big mess or damage and we’re now able to adjust the thermostat and enjoy perfect year round comfort.

 

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