Air conditioners have a specific cooling capacity, so not every unit would fit your home in Plano, TX. We highlight this because many homeowners mistakenly believe that bigger is better, and disreputable HVAC companies take advantage of this. Below, we give three signs that your current AC is either too big or too small for your living space.
Extremely Short or Long Cycles
Your AC should run for around 10 or 15 minutes at a time, and in a given hour, it should complete two or three cycles. If your AC rapidly switches on and off in a condition known as short-cycling, then it’s oversized. Oversized units have so much power that they wind up cooling the home too quickly.
Undersized units, on the other hand, have too little power and may never reach your desired temperature, especially if you’ve set it low. Both short and long cycles will compromise energy efficiency.
High Humidity Levels
Air conditioners play an indirect role in removing humidity from the home, but oversized ones won’t do this for you. Have you noticed that it’s more humid than usual in your home? Have a maintenance technician inspect your air conditioner and check for signs of biological contaminants that thrive in high humidity.
Warm Spots in Some Rooms
Both oversized and undersized units will leave you with uneven results in terms of cooling. Some areas will remain warm while other areas may receive an excess of the cool air and become uncomfortably cold.
The most effective way to deal with an improperly sized AC is to request a brand-new air conditioner, so contact our team at All Service Heating & Air today to learn what your options are here in Plano. We carry a wide selection of ducted and ductless systems, and we’ll help you choose a system that delivers the energy-efficient performance you deserve.
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