The author, Larry Magid, installed a Mitsubishi mini-split heating and air conditioning system in his 1950s-era Eichler house. While the system worked well in the upstairs bedroom, it struggled to heat the larger downstairs area. The issue was due to a partition wall and single-pane glass on the outside facing walls, which made it difficult for the heated air to reach the kitchen and dining area. The author’s contractor suggested installing a second unit or a large fan to redirect the heat. The author opted for the fan solution and used a Dreo 16-inch 25 DB smart air circulator fan. The fan worked well and was controlled via a smartphone app or voice assistants. To monitor the temperature in the kitchen and dining area, the author used a smart thermostat controller from Sensibo or Cielo, which was connected to an Echo Dot with a temperature sensor. The setup allowed the author to control the temperature and fan speed remotely and create routines for different times of the day.
One innovative technology to eliminate home heating issues
