It is not always easy to know the best AC size for your home. There are many factors to consider, and simply choosing a unit the same size as your old system is not always the best choice. In this article, we explore what the “best AC” looks like for each property. We then share a few valuable tips to help you select an AC system that suits you, your loved ones, and your lifestyle perfectly.
For more help choosing and installing the best AC for your St. Louis home, the professionals at Galmiche & Sons can help. Our heating and air conditioning experts can help evaluate your home and recommend the best option for you.
There is No “One Size” Fits All When It Comes To ACs
Although we all want to purchase and install the “best AC”, the truth is that there is no one best type of AC on the market. Everything depends on your personal requirements including your home size, layout, and insulation. But one factor that all HVAC experts agree is most important when choosing the AC, is the size of the AC.
Choosing the correct AC size for your home is crucial for the following reasons:
- It will help reduce your electricity costs: The size of an AC determines how quickly it can cool your home. If the AC is too small for the house, it may use more energy and take more time to cool the entire property. Similarly, if the AC is too large, it may consume more power just because it is a larger machine and needs more energy to run. The right size AC will help you use your electricity more efficiently. Your energy bills will not skyrocket because the AC is too small or large.
- It will enable you to maintain the right temperature at home: Let’s say your AC is too big for your home. If this is the case, the large AC will rapidly cool your house, making it very chilly. This is because the bigger AC releases a larger amount of cool air. Similarly, if the AC is too small for your home, the areas of your home farther away from the AC vent may be much warmer than those closest to the AC. Both of these issues can make it very uncomfortable to stay indoors.
- Your AC is at a lower risk of being overworked/damaged: A smaller AC for a larger house may be overworked every day, causing it to break down faster. A larger AC may cycle on and off very frequently, just to ensure the temperature inside the house is not colder than the level you have set the cooling at. This can damage your AC too. You will notice that over time, your AC is making loud and strange sounds, or not working as efficiently as it should. You may also be calling your local HVAC contractor for AC repairs far more often than you should.
Choosing the Best AC – Which Size AC Should You Get For Your Home?
When selecting the right size AC for your home, consider the following:
- The size of your house – The larger your house, the larger the AC should be and vice versa.
- Number of rooms in the house – If there are more rooms, you may need to get a centralized AC strong enough to cool all rooms. Or perhaps get multiple smaller ACs fitted in different rooms.
- Your home’s construction/build quality and design – The build quality and design affect factors such as home insulation and availability of warmth & sunlight. If your house is better insulated, you will not be using your AC or heating system as much. Similarly, the amount of warmth and sunlight your rooms receive will determine how long you may run the AC and which parts of the house you will need to cool.
- The size of your family unit – If more people reside in the house, you may need to get a more powerful AC to cool down the house faster and provide a more comfortable temperature for the entire family.
Contact Us for Help Installing the Best AC
At Galmiche & Sons, our HVAC experts can help you choose the best AC for your home in St. Louis. We have years of experience installing and servicing premium air conditioning systems, and we can visit your residence and recommend the correct size AC and number of ACs for your house. Contact our heating and air conditioning experts today to schedule your appointment in St. Louis.
