One of the most common inquiries when contemplating a new HVAC installation is the size of the furnace and condenser system your home requires. The climate of Oklahoma, and more especially Oklahoma City, has a big influence on the amount of HVAC system required. Particularly in the summer, Oklahoma faces intense heat and humidity, necessitating the use of larger, more potent cooling systems to keep people comfortable.
Appropriate system sizing is essential for optimum performance and effectiveness. Either oversizing or undersizing might result in pain, higher energy usage, and potentially a shorter unit lifespan.
Take into account the square footage, insulation, and temperature of your house when choosing the appropriate HVAC system size. A bigger BTU capacity is required for larger dwellings. A BTU is a unit of measurement for heat. According to This Old House, you may calculate the number of BTUs required by multiplying the square footage of your house by 20. About 20,000 BTUs, or a 2-ton air conditioner, would be required for a 1,000-square-foot residence. But the appropriate size also depends on other elements, including window size, climate, and insulation. We advise speaking with an HVAC specialist for a customized evaluation.
To find the total square footage of your house, measure the length and width of each room and add them up. Verify your insulation rating. To determine your approximate BTU needs, multiply your square footage by 20. To calculate the required tonnage, divide the BTU need by 12,000 (one ton of air conditioning capacity).
Speak with the HVAC specialists at Citywide Refrigeration for a more precise evaluation. To find the perfect system size for your particular requirements, they can use Manual J to calculate the load. This computation accounts for variables such as climate, window size, and insulation.
We have all 5.0-star Google reviews for a reason. Please contact Citywide at (405) 692-0201 to learn how we can assist you in effectively cooling your house.