The right-sized HVAC system has a significant impact on your home and wallet. Ones that are too small have to work extra hard to heat and cool your home, resulting in premature wear and higher energy costs. Oversized HVAC systems heat and cool spaces too quickly and create humidity, causing excess moisture and mold problems. The following guide will help you determine which size is right for your family.

What Size HVAC System Is Best For My Home?

Load Capacity

Work with a qualified HVAC contractor to measure load or the amount of energy that an HVAC system uses to heat or cool a room. A contractor measures load based on several factors, including the climate, number of household members, ceiling height, and type of roof. A home with a light-colored metal roof in a temperate climate with only a few household members, for example, does not require the same load as a house with a shingle roof and numerous residents in a warm, humid climate.

Spatial Influences

Other factors affecting load are the rooms, insulation, windows, ceiling height, and building materials of your home. This information not only influences HVAC system size, but also ductwork size and system placement.

Square Footage, Cubic Feet, & BTUs

Along with calculating load, experienced HVAC contractors measure your home’s square footage to determine your unit size. Your contractor calculates the width to find the BTU, or British thermal unit. If you have an unusually high ceiling and do not require heating and cooling in all areas of your home, your contractor can adjust the numbers. HVAC contractors also measure the cubic feet per minute or the airflow needed to create a comfortable living space.

Work with the contractors at Reading Heating & Air Conditioning to provide your home with the right size HVAC system. The company has served the Cincinnati, OH, area for over 70 years, providing commercial and residential installations and repairs. Call the Bryant Factory Authorized Dealers today at (513) 821-1633 to schedule service with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. You can also visit the website for their latest special offers or get more home efficiency tips on Facebook.