Why would any homeowners consider the installation of a central air conditioner that’s too big for the square footage of their home? Most commonly, they believe that the oversized unit will be more effective at keeping the home cool and will be more efficient than a small unit that must work harder. These are misconceptions that technicians who install central air conditioning in Sparks want to dispel.
Oversized central air units actually are more likely to wear out faster. They do cool the home more quickly when the thermostat signals the equipment to run, but that means the units cycle on and off more frequently. It’s better to have the central air run for a longer period of time and then have a thorough resting period before cycling on again. The device should typically stay on longer than 10 minutes or its cycle is too fast. When the equipment runs for 20 or 30 minutes, this may seem too long, but that’s actually better for the system. If the home has energy-efficient features like excellent insulation, it should stay comfortable for quite some time after the central air turns off.
Another aspect to consider involving central air conditioning in Sparks is what to do about a very large house. Buying a central air system based only on the square footage of the residence is inadvisable. Instead of having an oversized unit installed and hope for the best, a more suitable option is to have two smaller units installed if feasible. They would be on opposite sides of the home. The main problem with this technique is that the compressor, located outside, usually is situated as close to the furnace as possible. An additional unit on the other side means more components to connect that device to the air exchanger. For a large multi-story home, homeowners might consider having a room air conditioner upstairs if the central air system will probably not be adequate. The weather in this part of Nevada puts a substantial demand on climate control equipment.
Technicians from a company such as Paschall Plumbing & HVAC can clarify these issues in detail for homeowners. Contact us to learn more.
