Manhattan’s high-end residences have specialized needs for climate control, including zoned control, quiet operation, and ductless installation. The HVAC systems commonly installed in city dwellings, such as single split systems and mini-splits, often don’t fit the bill for the city’s grandest penthouse apartments and brownstones.
That’s why engineers, architects, and luxury homeowners are turning to Daikin VRV, a newer type of air conditioning technology that often doesn’t require ducts and provides the ultimate in customizable comfort.
Why Daikin VRV is the smart choice for NYC’s luxury residences
The Daikin VRV system provides unique benefits that align with the needs of Manhattan’s luxury homeowners:
Reliable, consistent comfort: Variable refrigerant flow technology runs at the precise capacity needed for the current conditions, and adapts to varied cooling demands throughout the home.
Flexible control with cooling zones: The system is designed with climate zones, so you can control different areas of your home independently with personalized temperature and humidity settings.
Whisper quiet: VRV systems are designed to modulate, or run at the precise capacity needed, instead of full blast all the time. That means less cycling noise and quieter units. VRV air conditioner technology is so quiet, you’ll forget the AC is running.
Heat and cooling simultaneously: Daikin VRV offers models that provide heat AND cooling (so you may not need two systems), and can even provide both at the same time to different zones.
Space & Flexibility: These systems often require less bulky ductwork, or can even be ductless, a real plus in Manhattan where space is at a premium. VRV uses thin refrigerant lines to connect modular, compact outdoor units to smaller indoor units for flexibility and scalability.
High performance: Daikin VRV is designed to optimize climate control in large, complex commercial environments, so it’s ideal to manage the needs of large-scale residential spaces.
Energy efficient: VRV technology minimizes energy usage with precise operation and reuse of residual heat, so it’s economical and eco-friendly.
Remote monitoring: If the system needs attention for any reason, your service provider is alerted and can take care of it, often before occupants of the space notice any problems.
Is it time to consider replacing your AC system?
If you’re renovating, your builder and architect will tell you that your air conditioning system needs to be upgraded to match the new design and usage of the space. But otherwise, how do you know when it’s time to replace your current system? Here are some considerations:
Changing comfort requirements. Do you have a new baby who needs a warmer bedroom? A new gym that needs additional cooling? A new wine cellar with special temperature and humidity requirements?
Declining performance. Is your older system failing to cool adequately, especially on extremely hot and humid days?
Humidity problems. Is your system having trouble removing humidity, so your home always feels stale and sticky?
Increasing repair issues. Have you needed multiple repair visits over the past year? Have you had many different issues or the same issue that keeps happening?
Increasing energy consumption. Has your electric bill spiked over the summer, faster than the rise in electricity rates and higher than previous summers?
If you are experiencing one or more of these issues, it may be time to consider a new, modern Daikin air conditioning system designed to provide the comfort you want and deserve.
Trust Arista for expert Daikin VRV installation & service
Arista has been trusted by Manhattan luxury homeowners for quality HVAC installation, maintenance, and repairs since 1949. We are experts in VRF/VRV technology and are now a member of the Daikin Group. That makes Arista uniquely qualified to provide innovative comfort solutions and service for elite NYC residences.
To explore the benefits of Daikin VRV residential air conditioning for your Manhattan home, contact Michael Rosone, VP of Service Sales at mrosone@aristair.com or 718-706-4415.
