What is load calculation and how does it factor in to my new air conditioner?

July 07, 2016

If it’s time to consider an air conditioner replacement, having an expert perform a load calculation is crucial in finding the system that will work best for your home. All homes are different in their cooling requirements. If your system is inappropriately sized, it will impact your comfort and raise your utility bills. Let’s talk about what goes into a load calculation.

Traditionally, a load calculation was conducted only by looking at the square footage of a home. That’s still one piece of the puzzle, but we include many other components to find the products that will function the best for your home. Our professionals will look at the climate in East Bernard, the square footage and structure of your home, the level of insulation, your roof size and type, the size and location of windows, your home’s sun exposure and your family’s habits and schedule.

We want to help you come across the air conditioner replacement that completes your home. If your system is really small, you’ll have difficulty keeping your home at the ideal temperature. And just because a system is larger doesn’t absolutely mean it’s better. In reality, if your system is too oversized for your home, you could have a lot of problems:

  • Because it won’t have to function as long, an oversized system will regularly warm up and cool down. This results in more wear and tear on the system than normal.
  • It can also minimize efficiency and raise utility bills.
  • Another problem with an oversized system turning on and off too regularly is it will fail to dehumidify your air properly.

One key to your home’s comfort is ensuring decent airflow. E.B. Air, LLC can help with a room-by-room load calculation. We will make sure all components of your system—your air conditioner, ductwork and registers—are working together to keep you comfortable.

At E.B. Air, LLC, we specialize in keeping your East Bernard home comfortable and maximizing energy efficiency. If you’re considering an air conditioner replacement, give us a call at 979-335-4262.