Whether your HVAC system can keep your home comfortable without driving up your utility bills depends on several factors, including the age of the equipment, the maintenance history, and the quality of your furnace and AC units. However, you also need a cooling and heating system appropriately sized for your house or you risk breakdowns and higher energy bills. Below are a few common signs your HVAC system is either too powerful or not strong enough for your house.

5 Signs Your HVAC System Is the Wrong Size

1. Uneven Temperatures Throughout the House

When it comes to cooling and heating systems, bigger isn’t always better. If your HVAC unit is too powerful, it may not cycle on long enough to circulate air through the entire house, creating hot spots in the summer and cold rooms in the winter.

2. Frequent Cycling

Once your furnace or AC unit kicks on, it should run smoothly until your house reaches the ideal temperature. An oversized system sends a blast of air over the thermostat, causing it to cycle on and off more frequently.

3. Higher Energy Bills

HVAC systems that are either too big or too small can result in higher energy bills. Smaller units struggle to catch up with changing temperatures, burning through more energy, while more powerful systems will cycle on and off too much.

4. Hot & Muggy Summers

To keep your home comfortable, air conditioners reduce the temperature and remove moisture before circulating it through your house. If the AC unit is too big, it won’t cycle long enough to cause condensation inside the coils, making your home uncomfortably humid.

5. Frequent Maintenance

Constant operation and frequent on-off cycles both put excess wear and tear on your equipment, which means more frequent breakdowns and extra maintenance. Eventually, the added strain can cause premature failure of vital components, taking years of useful life off of your cooling and heating system.

When it comes to keeping your home comfortable, CKP Heating & Cooling in North Canton, OH, offers a level of service no one else can match. Whether you’re investing in a new heating system or just need routine maintenance, you can rely on their highly trained technicians for cost-effective solutions using only the best equipment on the market. Visit their website for a closer look at their residential services, get more tips on Facebook, or call (330) 791-3029 to schedule service and request a quote.