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    Jun 28, 2009, 08:54 AM
    2 AC units verses 1 heat pump unit
    I have attempted to do research but haven't had much luck and am hoping someone here can provide some insite. I have a 2 story townhome, 2100 sq ft and currently have 2 ac units. Each unit handles a zone (downstairs/upstairs) The downstairs unit needs to be replaced.

    I have had 3 ac contractors out and gotten a different answer from each. First answer: replace the 2 units (all parts) with 1 single unit. Second answer: replace the 2 units with 1 single heat-pump unit and third: only replace the unit in question.

    So, given that this is Houston, Tx - is it recommended to have 2 units, is a heat-pump effective in Houston or do I have a different option?

    Thanks all!
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    Jun 28, 2009, 08:59 AM

    What type of heat do you have now? Also with out being able to see your duct work, can't say for sure but if it was set up for 2 systems sounds like it would be really hard to convert that to 1
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    Jun 28, 2009, 08:38 PM
    I would replace only what's broken, a heatpump in Texas is probably a good idea
    When set up correctly a heatpump can save you a bunch of $ in the winter time
    As Joshdta stated changing from 2 units down to one will be a harder thing to do.
    Stay with the 2 units
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