As summer progresses, your HVAC system becomes a main component to maintaining comfort and peace of mind in your home. You may be fully aware of how well your HVAC system works at cooling or not cooling your space. You also notice how much your HVAC system either saves or wastes energy. If you feel as though your HVAC system hasn’t kept up with your cooling needs, or your energy bill is oddly high there may be some issues with the sizing of your system. It could either be too large or too small for the space you’re trying to cool. In this article we’ll break down some problems that might occur if your system is inadequately sized for your home or space:
What Does HVAC Sizing Mean?
When it comes to HVAC sizing, we mean the capacity for your heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning system to maintain the optimal temperature efficiently. In the summer, this means your HVAC system should maintain the optimal temperature, while also using energy efficiently. A system that’s too small won’t cool your space enough to maintain comfort, and a system that’s too large may cycle too frequently, wasting energy. We want your system to be just the right size to cool your space and maintain energy efficiency.
The Problems with an Undersized HVAC System
An undersized HVAC system simply cannot keep up with the demands of cooling your home during the hot summer months. This results in the system running continuously in an attempt to reach the desired temperature, which can cause several problems:
Inadequate Cooling
Increased Wear and Tear
Higher Energy Bills
Poor Indoor Air Quality
The Problems with an Oversized HVAC System
On the other hand, an oversized HVAC system brings a different set of challenges. While it might seem like a larger system would cool your home more effectively, the opposite is often true:
Short Cycling
Increased Wear and Tear
Higher Energy Bills
Inconsistent Temperature
Conclusion
When it comes to maintaining cooling and comfort in your home, having the right HVAC system for your space is crucial. If your HVAC system is having issues properly maintaining cool air or wasting energy you may need to consider resizing the right system for your space. If you are having problems with your current HVAC system, or you need to check if your current system is adequate enough for your space make sure to reach out to a registered HVAC professional. They can inspect your space or your current unit to see what size system fits your needs.
If you are local to the East Texas area reach out to us at Air-Mart A/C & Heating. We can inspect your unit/space and provide you with a free quote for any installations of a new unit.
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