I am a fiercely independent do it yourselfer about to imbark on a hvac adventure. In the middle of a total home renovation and time to think about the furnace before I get too far along with the rest of the stuff. I want a high efficiency LP forced air system located in the basement. Much of the duct work is already in from the old system but I think I may need to update it anyway. I am looking for suggestions, tips, tricks, and knowledge.
The house is a story and a half with a dormer, finished basement. Total square feet including basement is about 2240. Upstairs is vaulted.
I can install ducts anywhere right now. I may put in a wood burning furnace in the basement that would utilize the same duct work, not sure yet on that but I really should since wood is free for me, I can cut my own.
I want to vent it the LP out a band joist, with a central chimney for the wood furnace. Air conditioning is an option, but not right now so I want to be ready for it if I do.
What do I need to look at and plan for?
The house is a story and a half with a dormer, finished basement. Total square feet including basement is about 2240. Upstairs is vaulted.
I can install ducts anywhere right now. I may put in a wood burning furnace in the basement that would utilize the same duct work, not sure yet on that but I really should since wood is free for me, I can cut my own.
I want to vent it the LP out a band joist, with a central chimney for the wood furnace. Air conditioning is an option, but not right now so I want to be ready for it if I do.
What do I need to look at and plan for?