HVAC sizing is one of the most important steps in the process of procuring the right cooling and heating equipment. This is because installing a larger HVAC equipment than necessary will increase the procurement and installation cost. Furthermore, there may not be enough space for installation. On the other hand, HVAC equipment that is too small for the room may not be able to heat or cool the room effectively. In fact, it may malfunction on a regular basis. Its lifespan will also be shortened because of the frequent breakdowns. Therefore, HVAC equipment should be properly sized and installed to ensure efficient operation and an extended lifespan.
HVAC Sizing Procedure
To identify the heating or cooling capacity required in a building, the design, shape, orientation and size of the house, local climate, insulation levels, roof surface color, number and age of occupants, types of appliances emitting heat, thickness of the wall, window location and type, air filtration rate and comfort preferences of the occupants must all be considered.
The estimator will also consider wall size, floor area, window sizes, building materials used to make the home and the type of insulation among other things. With these facts in hand, the estimator can give you the BTU rating required to cool the room as well as the rating of the perfect heating system for your home.
By properly sizing your HVAC system, you can have peace of mind knowing that the system will perform energy-efficiently, meaning low energy costs for you. It will also make your home comfortable throughout the seasons. Furthermore, proper sizing will ensure the system continues to perform efficiently throughout its rated lifespan.
It is possible for the average person to do HVAC sizing without any help. After all, all that is needed is a tape measure and basic mathematical skills to find the number of BTUs needed to cool the rooms in your home. However, it is recommended that you hire a reputable HVAC company to do proper sizing, help you procure the right HVAC equipment and do the installation. Now that you know the importance of HVAC sizing, you can start thinking about finding the right estimator. Follow us for more great articles on heating, air conditioning and home needs.
