Find The Right HVAC
HVAC Installation is one of the most important parts of finishing a new home, and replacing an old ill-sized HVAC unit is just as vital. Home is where the heart is, but it’s also where the health and comfort are.
Having a unit that’s too big or too small can impact your health, sanity, and comfort levels. Read on for some good advice from a local Floridian technician that will help you ensure the right HVAC system is in your home.
Figuring Out the Right HVAC for Your Abode
Having an HVAC unit that’s too big or too small can be a pain at best, and at worst, a money-sucking headache. This isn’t a situation you’d want to get yourself into, and if you’re in it, you’ll want to get out as soon as possible. First, you must have the right measurement of your house.
Having an HVAC unit that is oversized might sound good since it means your home will cool down faster, right? While it’s true the house will cool down fast, it won’t stay cool for long because the air wasn’t properly converted. Today’s HVAC units cool or heat air over time, not instantly. If your unit is too big, the air will promptly cool down and the unit will shut off within five to ten minutes.
However, this is bad since the unit will need to turn on and off constantly to cool the air back down (or warm it back up during the winter) since it wasn’t converted properly the first time. This adds to energy costs and wear and tear on the machine. Another tell-tale sign the unit is too big is if it’s really noisy - your HVAC should be fairly quiet if it’s the right size.
If your HVAC unit is too small, your home probably never feels cool enough or warm enough, and the unit runs constantly all day. As you can imagine, this raises your electric bill more than a unit that only needs to make occasional changes. In addition, your unit may even overheat since it’s working hard all the time.
Home Size is Your Key
Before buying an HVAC system, or before replacing an old one, it’s vital to have your home properly measured so that you can purchase the correct HVAC unit.
A professional can calculate your home’s size to figure out how many BTUs your HVAC needs. Other factors to take into account are how many people live in your home, how many windows are in the house, and if any of your ducts aren’t working properly.
BTUs: Vital for Your Decision
What exactly is a BTU? This is an acronym for British Thermal Unit. It’s a measurement of how much energy is needed to make a pound of water one degree higher in temperature.Measuring the BTUs of your home requires different measurements for hot and cold. BTU's must be figured out in order to apply them perfectly to the size of your home, and the HVAC system you will be needing.
If you look up BTU measurements or guidelines, you might have the feeling you’re back in geometry class. If doing math gives you a cold sweat, there’s a solution for that.
Armed with Knowledge, Consult a Professional
Your home should be your sanctuary, and as such, it should be the place you’re most comfortable. If you’re too hot or too cold, you’re probably going to be miserable, so buying the right HVAC is important. It’s also necessary since the wrong HVAC unit can damage your home.
For example, if it’s too big and causes too much moisture, it could eventually damage your home structurally, or cause the paint to peel off the walls.
It’s possible to have an HVAC technician measure your home’s BTUs and help you pick the right HVAC unit. A true HVAC technician will measure your home and take into account all the variables that could affect the home’s temperature, such as insulation and if the house has shade or direct sunlight.
About Mid-Florida A/C
Mid-Florida A/C are HVAC experts that have been providing stellar service to DeBary and Melbourne since 1980. Mid-Florida A/C is a family company that’s maintained an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau for over 37 years.
They offer extended warranties as well as lifetime warranties. Mid-Florida A/C customizes each project to its clients and is never satisfied until the customer is fully satisfied.
