They then became part of the home.
Attic furnace access.
Access opening and an unobstructed passage way to the appliance furnace in attic area must be provided and be adequate in size to allow removal of the largest appliance installed.
The biggest advantage of having an attic furnace is that it s a space saver.
Well mainly it s a way to save space.
An outdoor unit which houses the fan condenser and compressor and an indoor unit which holds the evaporator and fan.
You ll also free up a closet.
Attic access may be reduced to 22 x 30 provided the largest piece of equipment can be removed.
Is there a requirement for certain size or type access to furnace air handlers in an attic.
A horizontal gas furnace installation in an attic should be on a service platform large enough to allow for proper clearances on all sides and service access to the front of the furnace see manufacturer s i o manual.
An attic in which a fau is installed shall be accessible by an opening and passageway 30 x 30 in size.
A furnace in the attic also costs less to install than other designs since the access point to it is usually through the roof.
Most updated central air conditioned homes have a new air conditioner split system meaning the ac is broken up into parts.
When you have this unit in a space that you normally don t use then it creates more usable space in your living environment.
One of the latest talking points in this area is the installation of a furnace in the attic.
Attic furnace appliance clear access opening dimensions are.
20 inches 508 mm by 30 inches 762 mm minimum.
So why put an hvac system up in the attic at all.
Why put a furnace in a house s attic.
There s usually nothing up in an attic aside from some stored items so a furnace won t take up useful space.
The rough framed opening.
For i think the first time in newer construction warranty inspection i came across one with just a little scuttle hatch instead of a attic stair.
Attic hvac systems save space.
A furnace in the attic supplies heat to the upper floors in a multi level home.