Locally Owned and Serving Roseville, MI for Over 17 Years
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Our Expertise in Roseville, MI HVAC Systems
Roseville, MI homes vary widely in age, from construction in the 1930s as seen on the lower northwest side near Dort Elementary, to the 50s-era homes commonly seen near Macomb Mall. These homes, built as first-generation tract housing for Detroit assembly line workers, were built with 30’s-50’s era HVAC technology, which still impacts best practices for caring for the heating and cooling needs of these homes today.
From a cooling perspective, tract housing was usually designed for natural ventilation to serve the job, central air wouldn’t become a common feature in most homes until the 1960s. As homes in Roseville have aged, so, too, have their HVAC systems, and trying to keep them updated can be a challenge.
Common Types of Heating and Cooling Systems in Roseville, MI
| Era Built | Heating Systems | Cooling Systems |
| 1920s to 1950s | Baseboard or floor radiant | Fans |
| 1960s to 1980s | Furnace, central forced air | Central forced air |
| 1990s to Present | Furnace, central forced air | Occasional heat pumps, forced air |
| Present to Future | Heat pumps with auxiliary heat | Heat pumps |
Open Fireplaces Can Cause Significant Heating and Cooling Costs
Ironically, an open fireplace can significantly increase heating costs if not properly maintained. Left open, there can be issues with outside air being sucked into a home over time in both summer and winter months. In addition, fireplaces in homes not designed for later central air systems may even push combustible material into the air conditioning system.
Radiant Heating Systems Require Specialized Care
One common option for heating Roseville homes was radiant heating, with hot water running through pipes into radiators in individual rooms or underneath the floors. Homes built between the 1930s and 1950s may be quaint and offer historical value, but they can also cause headaches. Ensuring that your HVAC contractors have experience with these systems is crucial if you don’t want to face frozen pipes or worse if a system malfunctions.
In addition, cooling for these homes may come from either in-window units or forced-air depending on what decade they were designed and constructed in. Later models from the sixties through the eighties offer more common systems, generally forced-air with a furnace from the basements since central air conditioning already offers the necessary air handlers.
Central Air Retrofits Can Leave Unconditioned Spaces
Perhaps more common is a partial renovation, especially for homes built around Macomb Mall that have the second-floor bonus space. Finished or not, bonus spaces rarely include direct returns and circulation systems. Heating and cooling problems are compounded due to the lack of natural light from the roof coverage. In larger ranch-style homes throughout town, a basement is almost mandatory for proper circulation and ducting and smaller crawl spaces may limit the HVAC options available.
Aging Roseville, MI HVAC Systems Require Different Upgrades/Maintenance
When homeowners have problems with heating and cooling, they make the best choice given the technology available. However, many homes are using upgraded versions of technology from the 60s, 70s, 80s and earlier. Ensuring that systems from different eras work together to provide effective heating and cooling requires local expertise from companies supplying HVAC services in Roseville, MI.
For example, a radiant heating system originally designed and installed in the 1930s can cause cycling issues if a later homeowner installed a forced-air system that includes both air conditioning and a furnace. Oasis HVAC frequently sees oversized systems because installers would opt for the package that solved either cooling or heating based on customer concerns, rather than year-round comfort.
Modern Ductless Mini-Split Systems Solve Many Roseville, MI Home Heating and Cooling Concerns
Best construction practices have changed significantly over recent decades, but one thing remains true: builders don’t leave space for things they do not anticipate will be in a home. If a house was built without a central air conditioning system, homeowners looking to upgrade may need to consider in-window units that offer uneven heating and cooling. Ductless mini-split systems are heat pumps that offer maximum efficiency and do not require ductwork which can be difficult or expensive to install in period-correct homes throughout Roseville.
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Trust Your Neighbors for HVAC Services in Roseville, MI
Located just minutes away in St. Clair Shores, Oasis HVAC has served the Detroit Metro and neighbors like you for nearly 20 years. Our firsthand experience with the unique architecture of the area and expertly-trained technicians combine to provide service you won’t find from other suburban options.
Fill out the short form below for a maintenance request or call us at (586) 854-9278 during business hours to schedule your service. We provide installation, maintenance, and repair of units from leading manufacturers including Rheem, Amana, Goodman, and more.
