What is an air conditioning load calculation?

If you are thinking about purchasing 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 include? Essentially, it comes down to making sure that you get properly-sized system for your home. Getting the incorrect size or type can have many consequences from the inability to keep your house cool to operating so hard that it lowers its lifecycle.

Every home is unique; 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 the most wise to get an air conditioner that is more than what’s required for your home. The equipment will cost more and you’ll be paying to run a system that is more than what’s needed. Air conditioners also help to lower humidity levels in the home and an oversized system can’t properly dehumidify the air which may also lead to poor 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 play a role in the cooling of your home during the warmer times, but it’ll also make the unit operate tougher.

With a number of different models and sizes, it can be a bear to know where to turn for answers. Luckily, this isn’t something you need to take care of 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 factors in the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to determine the size and type of equipment needed. Any company that does not provide this detailed analysis can’t correctly give you an accurate quote for the replacement of your air conditioner or even offer 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 can also help you see the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to factor in utility costs when making your budget, but researching more efficient air conditioners and what it can give you will have a positive effect on your family’s budget. Our professionals can walk you through what you’ll need to live comfortably in your home and share some thoughts on how to decrease energy usage through a number of features available.

Whether you are looking at a new air conditioning system or looking to boost your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the professionals at Service Experts in Edmonton are happy to help. You can call us at 587-404-0790 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.