Eichler HVAC Installation in Walnut Creek – Rancho San Miguel

From 1955 to 1958, in the Rancho San Miguel neighborhood of Walnut Creek, California, 375 Eichler homes and another 160 ranch style homes were built. In contrast to regular ranch style homes, Eichler homes are mid-century modernist homes which have a unique, expansive design that is a testament to their timeless architecture.

When the Eichler homes in this neighborhood were built, Walnut Creek was still rural, this was one of the original neighborhoods that was developed. Santa Clara and San Jose were in the process of being developed, and Joseph Eichler was looking to build homes in a new suburb and make an impact. Many of the original homeowners that bought Eichlers in Rancho San Miguel were open to new ideas – artists, thinkers, activists, innovators. The neighborhood is still vibrant, full of residents who appreciate historical design and contemporary practicality.

The Challenge of HVAC in Eichler Homes

Many Eichlers in the East Bay were designed with radiant heat systems, but the piping in these can deteriorate over time. Central air conditioning is not an option for Eichler homes, as these rely on ductwork inserted in the walls and ceiling. Mid-century Eichler homes often have open beam rafters, and no attics, with no place for the ductwork. Adding ductwork ruins the design and beauty of Eichler homes.

The solution is ductless HVAC, aka zoned heating and cooling. Ductless HVAC systems function as heat pumps, which move thermal energy from one environment to another. Ductless HVAC systems use a system that is more streamlined and more discreet than central air conditioning systems. Installation of ductless air systems preserves the historical architecture, beauty, and design of the original home while providing heating and cooling for Eichler homeowners in Walnut Creek.

With ductless HVAC, a three to four-inch hole in the wall is used to for the conduit connecting the indoor evaporator units and outdoor condenser units. Different rooms have air handling units mounted inconspicuously on the wall to provide heated or cooled air to different rooms, or “zones”.

Refrigerant is cycled through the lines within the conduit from the outdoor condensing unit to the indoor unit, where the air is quietly distributed to the interior space.

Ventwerx Has More Eichler HVAC Experience Than Anyone

Eichler homeowners throughout California have struggled with staying cool during the summer months and warm in the winter months. We can help you enjoy the comfort of your Eichler home with mini-splits and ductless HVAC. Quiet and energy efficient, ductless mini-splits can be installed in out-of-the-way places while cooling and heating one room or multiple zones in your home. The structure and beauty of your Eichler home will be untouched.

Ventwerx HVAC has done more Eichler HVAC installs than any other company in the East Bay.

Walnut Creek Ductless HVAC for Mid-Century Eichler Homes

Eichler homes have unique characteristics which make them beautiful, artistic, elegant homes in which to live. Installing heating and air conditioning in Eichler homes requires processes which apply to the special architecture of these homes. Ventwerx HVAC is a specialist in Bay Area Eichler ductless air conditioning installation. We’ve done more Eichler HVAC installations than anyone else serving the East Bay. Our team knows how to install ductless heating and cooling in your mid-century home without compromising any of your home’s integrity or beauty.

If you would like a consultation for installing ductless HVAC on your East Bay Eichler home, contact us via our website.