What is an Air Conditioning Load Calculation?

July 28, 2017

If you are thinking through purchasing a new air conditioner or looking closer at the performance of your existing system, one of the first items to assess is a load calculation.

What exactly does that include? Basically, it comes down to being sure that you get an appropriately-sized system for your home. Buying the wrong size or type can have many consequences from the inability to keep your house cool to operating so hard that it reduces its lifespan.

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 purchase an air conditioner that is more 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 reduce humidity levels in the home and an oversized system will not properly dehumidify the air which can also lead to bad indoor air quality.

You also don’t want a model that isn’t big enough and unable to keep up. Not only does this effect the cooling of your home during the warmer times, but it’ll also make the unit work more.

With a variety of different models and sizes, it can be intimidating to know where to start. Lucky for you, this isn’t something you need to take care of on your own. The Expert team at Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning can offer 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 needed. Any company that won’t provide this detailed analysis can’t correctly 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 figure out which system is best for you, but it can also help you receive the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to include utility costs when considering your budget, but researching more efficient air conditioners and what it can give you will have a positive impact on your family’s budget. Our professionals can walk you through what you need to live comfortably in your home and share some thoughts on how to reduce energy usage through a number of features available.

Whether you need a new air conditioning system or looking to boost your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the professionals at Service Experts in Ravenna are happy to help. You can call us at 330-236-4793 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.