The Size Of Your Ac Is Very Important – A Brief Overview

An air conditioner (AC) is an essential appliance in every building (especially with the Summer heat we’ve had this year). Air conditioners come in varying capacities limiting how big a room they can serve. It is important to choose the right size, as discussed below. You will also learn how to calculate the ideal AC size for your needs. 

Size is Important 

The size of your AC in relation to the building's size will have several implications. A small AC will be inefficient, resulting in insufficient amounts of warm/cool air and poor temperature control. Getting the biggest AC isn't an all-in-one solution, either, as it results in energy wastage and can overload the HVAC system. 

Some of the dangers of choosing an inappropriately-sized AC system include: 

Poor Comfort 

The AC regulates temperature, airflow, and humidity levels, all of which affect your overall comfort. Getting the wrong AC size for your needs may diminish your comfort and possibly lead to a range of health conditions. 

Wear & Tear  

Temperature and humidity levels affect the condition of your furniture, upholstery, and home as a whole. For example, too much humidity may make upholstery damp. 

High Energy Bills 

The size of your AC also affects your energy bills. An AC that is too big will cost more to run than is necessary, while an AC that is too small will cost you big in other ways. 

Calculating an AC's Size 

While the calculation of an AC isn’t necessarily difficult, the vernacular may seem a little foreign to you. Thus, please reach out to our team to ensure that you are calculating the size of you AC system appropriately. This is a crucial step in installing a new system, and a step you want to make sure you get correct.

-A R Engh Team