All Forum Posts by: Camden Brown

So,

I have a couple more questions. What was the cost of the propane and hot water combination install? I would need 5 (one for each unit).

Also, in your part of California, how could does it get in the winter? And how well were the units performing in the winter? How do you think it would hold up in a harsher climate?

Any help is appreciated!

Camden 

Hi,

Thanks for the feedback from everyone! I have heard a lot of great things and a lot of negative things. Most of the negatives revolved around bitter NE winters. A lot of people have said they had success during the harsh winters in Maine, so I think I will give a whirl based on the cost. 4-6K per unit is what I expected and it is great to have some reassurance on that number. 

My only concern left would be with frozen pipes. Is the residual heat enough from these units to prevent frozen pipes? Has anyone had any experiences with this? I was going to look into gas heating sources, but there are no natural gas options in my location. I would have to install a propane tank for each unit.

Let me know if you have any additional info experiences to share!

Thank you,

Camden

Hi,

I recently purchased a 5 unit multi-family home in Massachusetts that is heated by one, very outdated, boiler. To separate utilities, I had the option to go electric (costly for tenants), put in 5 furnaces, use a RUBS system, or try mini-splits. I have heard a lot of great things about mini-splits and there efficiency. However, I have heard they are costly to install and can be troublesome in a New England climate. Has anyone separated units with mini-splits? Has anyone had them in NE or a similar climate? Does anyone know what a rough estimate of this project would be? Any helps is appreciated. Scope of project is listed below:

Project:

I would need one multi zone (3-4 zones) mini split in each unit in a multi family home. The home is 5,300 sq ft with each unit being approximately 1,000 sq ft. The property has 5 units (2 first, 2 second, 1 third). Each unit would need its own outdoor condenser. I would like to go with the LG units because they seem to be the best rated for multi zones.

Thanks in advance!