What is an Air Conditioning Load Calculation?

July 28, 2017

If you are thinking through getting a new air conditioner or taking a closer look at the performance of your present system, one of the first items to assess is a load calculation.

What exactly does that include? Essentially, it comes down to ensuring that you get properly-sized system for your home. Purchasing the improper size or type can have a variety of effects from the inability to keep your house cool to working so hard that it decreases its life.

Every home is distinct; home size, number of windows and type, insulation and even the direction the home faces are key considerations. Bigger isn’t always better. It isn’t the most wise to purchase an air conditioner that is bigger than what you need for your home. The equipment could cost more and you’ll be paying to run a system that is more than what you need. Air conditioners also help to reduce humidity levels in the home and an oversized system can’t properly dehumidify the air which can also lead to poor indoor air quality.

You also don’t want a model that isn’t big enough and unable to keep up. Not only does this impact the cooling of your home during the warmer seasonal temperatures, but it’ll also make the unit operate harder.

With hundreds of different models and sizes, it can be intimidating to know where to start. Luckily, this isn’t something you need to tackle on your own. The Expert team at Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning 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 decide the size and type of equipment you need. Any company that does not provide this detailed analysis can’t appropriately give you an accurate quote for the replacement of your air conditioner or even provide you the best more accurate price of a new system.

Not only does this assessment help determine which system is best for you, but it should also help you get the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to think about utility costs when considering 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 you need to live comfortably in your home and share some tidbits on how to decrease energy usage through a variety of features available.

Whether you need a new air conditioning system or looking to improve your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the experts at Service Experts in Fort Myers are happy to help. You can call us at 239-908-6991 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.


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