

53 Longview Dr
Homeowner: Palma Bickford
Neighborhood: Longview
Equipment installed: Air to Water heat pump with High Velocity air handler; includes 4-zone hot water heat to original radiators.
Date of Installation: 2022
In 1991, Palma bought this 2000 sq. ft. traditional Cape that was built in 1950. Over the years, she installed cellulose and foam insulation in the walls, roof, and basement sills. More recently, the aging gas boiler was starting to have challenges and the high velocity (HV) air handler was also aging. Low ceilings eliminated the ability to install a mini-split system or full air duct replacement. An Air to Water Heat Pump (AHWP) with a new high velocity (HV) air handler was the best all-electric solution. She found a contractor who could install a AWHP and HV air handler replacement without reconstructing rooms or removing radiators. The new systems work well in all weather conditions – even at -9F.
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Hot water radiator

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