What is an Air Conditioning Load Calculation?

If you are thinking through getting a new air conditioner or looking closer at the performance of your current system, one of the first points to assess is a load calculation. 

What exactly does that include? Essentially, it comes down to making sure that you get an appropriately-sized system for your home. Purchasing the wrong size or type can have a variety of implications from the inability to keep your house cool to operating so hard that it lowers its lifespan. 

Every home is distinct; home size, number of windows and type, insulation and even the direction the home faces are key considerations. Bigger isn’t always better. It isn’t the most wise to buy an air conditioner that is more than needed for your home. The equipment could cost more and you’ll be paying to operate 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 bad indoor air quality. 

You also don’t want a model that is too small and unable to keep up. Not only does this play a role in the cooling of your home during the warmer seasonal temperatures, but it’ll also make the unit work more. 

With hundreds of different models and sizes, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. Fortunately, this isn’t something you need to take care of on your own. The Expert team at McKinley Heating Service Experts can offer a full load calculation assessment on your home. The heating and cooling load calculation includes factors like the home’s structure, roof, windows, direction and location to figure out the size and type of equipment you’ll need. Any company that does not provide this detailed analysis can’t correctly give you 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 decide which system is best for you, but it can also help you see the extra savings of high-efficiency products. You may not think to think about utility costs when considering your budget, but researching more efficient air conditioners and what it can provide will have a positive influence on your family’s budget. Our team can walk you through what is needed to live comfortably in your home and share some ideas on how to decrease energy usage through a number of features available. 

Whether you are looking at a new air conditioning system or looking to boost your home’s efficiency and comfort level, the experts at McKinley Heating Service Experts in Edmonton are happy to help. You can call us at 780-800-7092 or easily request an appointment with our online scheduler.