When the time comes to replace your outdated furnace, it’s important to understand one size does not fit all. A system that is not sized properly for your home, will not only hurt your comfort but can lead to shortened life of your furnace, and leave you with larger energy costs.

If you choose a furnace oversized for your house, you’ll start to experience short cycles. This is because your oversized furnace heated your home too rapidly, turning off before the furnace can reach proper operating temperatures. An undersized or oversized system can lead to a decreased life span and cost you more in energy bills.

How can you be certain about the right furnace size for your home? Begin with a load calculation from the team at AW Heating & Air Conditioning. A load calculation takes specifics from your home into consideration and gauges the Btu (a number that indicates the heating capacity of a furnace) required to heat your space.

Some Items that Influence Furnace Size

  • Square Footage—What size is the area your furnace will be heating? Your technician will be sure to carefully measure the square footage of your home. Not every inch of your home may be included during this process. Usually, it is more valuable to account only for the space that needs heating.
  • Home Insulation—Insulation assists in keeping warm air from escaping your home during the cold winter months. It also heavily affects energy efficiency and how large of a heating system is required. Let the professionals from AW Heating & Air Conditioning take a look at the insulation in your walls and attic. They’ll help you find a best furnace for your house.
  • Type of Window—Just like your walls, the particular type of windows in your home, frame type, glaze type, gas fills/spaces, etc. will influence your heating and cooling requirements.
  • Outdoor Climate—Factor in the range of weather you receive in Lincoln. You’ll want a furnace that can handle the conditions of your area every year, without overworking itself.

Don’t settle for ‘close enough’ when picking your new furnace. Let the experts at AW Heating & Air Conditioning help you pick a unit that will fit your home properly. When you’re ready to get started, contact us at 402-438-7992 or arrange an appointment online. Whether you have additional questions about furnace size or want to chat about options for your space, our team is happy to help you out.