What is an Air Conditioning Load Calculation?
If you are thinking about getting a new air conditioner or looking closer at the performance of your current system, one of the first things to ponder is a load calculation.
What exactly does that mean? Really, it comes down to ensuring that you get properly-sized system for your home. Purchasing the improper size or type can have many effects from the inability to keep your house cool to working so hard that it lowers its life.
Every home is different; home size, number of windows and type, insulation and even the direction the home faces are important considerations. Bigger isn’t always better. It isn’t wise to purchase an air conditioner that is bigger than needed for your home. The equipment can cost more and you’ll be paying to operate a system that is more than what’s needed. Air conditioners also help to lower humidity levels in the home and an oversized system will not properly dehumidify the air which could also lead to bad indoor air quality.
You also don’t want a model that isn’t big enough and isn’t able to keep up. Not only does this impact the cooling of your home during the warmer seasons, but it’ll also make the unit run more.
With a number of different models and sizes, it can be a bear to know where to turn for answers. Fortunately, this isn’t something you need to tackle on your own. The Expert team at Stevenson Service Experts can give you a full load calculation assessment on your home. The heating and cooling load calculation includes factors like the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to figure out the size and type of equipment needed. Any company that does not provide this detailed analysis can’t correctly provide an accurate quote for the replacement of your air conditioner or even give you the best more accurate price of a new system.
Not only does this assessment help figure out which system is best for you, but it will also help you see the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to include utility costs when making your budget, but researching more efficient air conditioners and what it can provide will have a positive effect on your family’s budget. Our experts can walk you through what is needed to live comfortably in your home and share some tidbits on how to decrease energy usage through various features available.
Whether you need a new air conditioning system or looking to improve your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the experts at Stevenson Service Experts in Columbus are happy to help. You can call us at 614-334-3192 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.
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