What Size Should My Replacement Air Conditioner Be?

You’ve found yourself the point where it’s time for an air conditioner replacement or perhaps you see this point rapidly approaching, but how do you determine the size of system you’ll need? Choosing the best size is critical for your system’s efficiency and your home’s comfort. There’s a perfect air conditioner out there for you and your budget.

 

Installing a system that is too large wastes energy and money. A larger system will constantly be warming up and cooling down because it’s output will not require it to runas long. This is known as “short cycling” and it increases the wear on your system and in turn reduces the lifecycle of your system. An oversized air conditioner will cost you more money up front and down the road.

 

On the other hand, a system that is too small will run too long and won’t be able to fully cool your home when the weather gets hot. An inadequately sized system will have to work harder, your energy costs could be higher and your comfort will be impacted because of that. It’s very important to work with an expert that will do a load calculation and advise you on the best system for your needs.

 

A home’s load calculation used to be calculated based exclusively on square footage and was often erroneous. Technology and knowledge have made a lot of advances since then. When you’re ready for a replacement air conditioner, one of the pros from Custom Air Systems Inc will study your home as a whole and then be able to provide an accurate load calculation. Load calculations are made of everything from the construction of your home, amount of insulation, the local climate as well as type and color of your roof, to the number of home occupants – a truly all-encompassing assessment of your needs.

 

A correctly sized and functioning HVAC system will not only keep you more comfortable, it can also save you money. Buying a replacement air conditioner is a big decision, which is why we want to ensure your system will meet or exceed all of your needs. We are here to help you along during every step of the process. If you are ready for an air conditioner replacement or have any questions for the pros at Custom Air Systems Inc, give us a call at 772-247-2283 to schedule an appointment with us.