When it’s time to upgrade your outdated furnace, it’s important to understand one size does not fit all. A system that is not sized correctly for your home, will not only hurt your comfort but can result in shortened life of your furnace, and leave you stuck with higher energy bills.

If you pick a furnace oversized for your space, you’ll start to experience short cycles. This is because your oversized furnace heated your home too fast, turning off before the furnace can reach the right operating temperatures. An undersized or oversized system can lead to a reduced life span and higher costs.

How can you be sure you know the right furnace size for your home? Start with a load calculation from the team at Stephen Hurst Pack Heating and Cooling. A load calculation takes particulars from your home into account and measures the Btu (a number that indicates the heating capacity of a furnace) required to heat your house.

Some Factors that Influence Furnace Size

  • Square Footage—How large is the area your furnace will need to heat? Your technician will be sure to carefully measure the square footage of your home. Not every inch of your home will be accounted for during this process. Usually, it is more beneficial to account only for the space that needs heating.
  • Home Insulation—Insulation works to keep warm air from escaping your home throughout the cold winter months. It also heavily affects energy efficiency and how large of a heating system you’ll need. Let the team from Stephen Hurst Pack Heating and Cooling review the insulation in your walls and attic. They’ll help you choose the ideal furnace for your house.
  • Type of Window—Just like your walls, the specific 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 experience in Circleville. You’ll want a furnace that can handle the conditions of your environment every year, without overworking itself.

Don’t settle for ‘close enough’ when choosing your new furnace. Let the professionals at Stephen Hurst Pack Heating and Cooling help you find a unit that will fit your home properly. When you’re ready to begin, call us at 740-474-5940 or book an appointment online. Whether you have a few more questions about furnace size or want to chat about options for your space, our team is happy to help you out.