It is important to install air conditioning units that are suited to the size of your room or facility. Your air conditioning vendor or technician can assist you in selecting a unit that is the correct size for your room by considering the room size and other environmental factors. Here are some reasons why it is crucial to install the right size unit:
HUMIDITY CONTROL
Having a properly sized air conditioning system is crucial for humidity control. If the system is too large, it will have short cycles, which means it isn’t doing its job long enough to effectively handle the humidity in your home. A too-small system also isn’t able to remove moisture from your whole home even though it has longer cycles, leading to inconsistent humidity levels across the home. Humidity control is important for not only comfort but also for reducing the chances of biological growth in your home.
CONSISTENT TEMPERATURE
Consistent temperature is dependent on having a well-functioning air conditioning unit. If your climate control system isn’t properly sized to your home, you may end up with temperature problems. The short cycle of larger units leads to poor circulation throughout the house, although they’re able to handle the air load of your home. This will create pockets of hot or cold air around your home. On the flip side, smaller units may not be able to accurately meet the thermostat’s demands. They aren’t designed to handle the amount of air in your home, leading to poor results as well as poor airflow.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
A correctly sized HVAC system should have good energy efficiency, especially if you keep up with maintenance. Systems that are too large will consume extra energy thanks to their size. Many people think that a smaller unit will save energy; however, the truth is that the long cycles of smaller systems can dramatically reduce efficiency.
SYSTEM LONGEVITY
Proper HVAC unit sizing ensures that you shop for a system that can stand the test of time. Oversized units suffer from short cycles that cause wear and tear, significantly reducing their lifespan. Undersized units constantly run to satisfy the heating and cooling demands of your home, which similarly results in wear and tear of running parts, duct-work, and air filters. The stress on your HVAC units makes it hard for your system to live up to its anticipated life expectancy.
