Arlington Air Source Heat Pump Conversion

Multi-Family Residence - October 2015

Solar + Electric Heating = Win-Win

Quick Facts

Average Annual Savings

$1,000

Energy Needs Met

100%

or more of space heating

Energy Needs Met

100%

or more of air conditioning

Net Investment

$14,000

Return on Investment

7.1%

Property

Owner:: Seth Federspiel
Type:: Multi-Family Residence
Address:: 26 Lombard Rd, Arlington, MA 02476
Size:: 1,000 sq ft
Energy need met:: 100% or more of space heating; 100% or more of air conditioning
Designations:: Zero net energy

Technology

Type:: High Efficiency HVAC
Installed:: October 2015
Purposes:: For space heating; For air-conditioning

Financial Details

Gross Cost of System:: $18,000
Value of Rebates:: $3,000
Value of Tax Credits:: $1,000
Net Cost of System:: $14,000
Annual Savings:: $1,000
Own or Lease:: Purchase with Loan
Additional Financial Notes:: Zero % HEAT Loan financing plus solar loan results in no money down and loan payments which offset energy bills

Professionals & Suppliers

Products:: Mitsubishi Electric
Installers:: NETR Heating & Cooling Systems

What You Need to Know

Description:

Air source heat pump system with one outdoor compressor and four indoor units, each of which can provide heating and air conditioning and is individually controlled. Remote control via smartphone

Other Benefits:

Nice to have both heating and air conditioning from the same unit. Very quiet and efficient, and it all runs on solar power!

Maintenance Requirements:

Regular cleaning of filters in indoor units takes only a few minutes. Otherwise maintenance-free.

Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:

Paired heat pump with solar PV and solar hot water along with MassSave insulation

My Motivation:

Environmental benefits, comfort, financial savings, increased space in home, increased property value

Advice:

Don't be afraid of relying on heat pumps as your sole heating system--cold climate heat pumps have plenty of power as long as your home is insulated properly. Now you can get Alternative Energy Credit payments as an additional incentive.

Experience with Installer:

NETR was very professional and have been helpful with questions following the installation

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