James Bouler, RA, AIA - Nicholas Pfluger, Associate
12 Doxsee Pl. Islip, NY 11751 | ph:631.969.3335 | fx:631.969.3391
Mechanical Systems
The home can be heated and cooled by geothermal heat pumps, as outlined under Renewable Energy. The first floor is a single zone (as it is essentially a single room) with a 7 day-programmable thermostat controlling an independent 3-ton geothermal unit.
The first floor can feature an Apprilaire automatic humidifier, to keep indoor air conditions at an ideal state.
The second floor can be divided into independent zones (i.e., South, North and Bonus Room), each with their own 7-day programmable thermostat. These zones control a 3 1/2 -ton split geothermal heat pump through an intelligent zoning computer, which prioritizes heating demand automatically.
All geothermal equipment is WaterFurnace, the leading geothermal manufacturer.
Groundwater is fed to the heat pumps by a variable speed, frequency driven pump, that delivers only as much water as is needed, conserving electric.
All ductwork on first floor is rigid sheet metal for long-lasting durability. All mainline trunks are acoustically lined for the first 15 feet, to reduce blower noise.
Home has 200-amp service, plus 100-amp Renewable Energy Sub panel, in essence giving it a 300-amp service capacity.
Pex Piping is used for all home run plumbing. Individual baths have independent shut-off ball valves for ease of servicing.
The client has options for fireplaces, wood burning stoves, and pellet stoves. A wood burning Fireplace Xtraordinair 36 Elite is the most efficient wood-burning fireplace on the market, with an overall efficiency of 73%. It is also EPA certified as a low emission unit. This fireplace is capable of heating the entire first floor of the home, and features a powerful fresh air blower which circulates hot air. A second gas fireplace can be located in the Master Suite. While mainly for aesthetics, the unit has a significant heat output and is capable of heating the entire suite easily.
The entire house can be pre-wired for cable, phone and Internet. The living room, kitchen and all bedrooms can have Cat-5e jacks for 2 line phone and internet.
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