What is an Air Conditioning Load Calculation?

If you are thinking about buying a new air conditioner or taking a closer look at the performance of your present system, one of the first items to consider is a load calculation. 

What exactly does that mean? Basically, it comes down to being sure that you get correctly-sized system for your home. Purchasing the incorrect size or type can have many implications from the inability to keep your house cool to working so hard that it decreases its life. 

Every home is different; home size, number of windows and type, insulation and even the direction the home faces are important considerations. Bigger isn’t always better. It doesn’t make sense to purchase an air conditioner that is more than needed for your home. The equipment can cost more and you’ll be paying to run a system that is more than what you need. Air conditioners also help to lower humidity levels in the home and an oversized system won’t be able to 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 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 run tougher. 

With hundreds of different models and sizes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Fortunately, this isn’t something you need to tackle on your own. The Expert team at Midway Services can provide you with a full load calculation assessment on your home. The heating and cooling load calculation takes into account the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to figure out the size and type of equipment needed. Any company that doesn’t provide this detailed analysis can’t properly offer an accurate quote for the replacement of your air conditioner or even give 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 should also help you see the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to factor in utility costs when considering your budget, but researching more efficient air conditioners and what it can offer will have a positive effect on your family’s budget. Our professionals can walk you through what is needed to live comfortably in your home and share some thoughts on how to decrease energy usage through various features available. 

Whether you are in need of a new air conditioning system or looking to increase your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the professionals at Midway Services in Clearwater are happy to help. You can call us at 727-219-2471 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.