What goes wrong with an oversized system?
- Short cycling: frequent on-off starts.
- Humidity problems: short runs don't remove enough moisture, so the house can feel cool but damp.
- Temperature swings between rooms and over the day.
- Reduced comfort overall.
- Unnecessary equipment cost.
Why isn't square footage enough to size a system?
Two homes with the same square footage can need very different equipment. Construction, insulation, windows, layout, ductwork and how the home faces the sun all change the answer. A rule of thumb based on square footage alone can easily land on the wrong size.
What if my current system is the wrong size?
Replacing it with the same size repeats the problem. If your home has always been clammy in summer or uneven from room to room, mention it during the estimate. It's part of choosing the right system.
