After completing your HVAC installation, the installer will run through a series of tests. One of them involves checking the balance of the airflow traveling through the ducts.
The intent of this test is to make sure the same amount of treated air reaches every part of your home. This process is commonly called airflow balancing, and it delivers several benefits.
Maximize the System’s Energy Efficiency
After your HVAC installation, airflow balancing ensures every part of your home gets an equal share of treated air. This eliminates cold spots in the winter and warm areas in the summer. As a result, your system can run fewer cycles and use less energy as it maintains a consistent indoor temperature.
Will a Larger AC Cool My House Faster?
An oversized air conditioner will cause more problems than it will solve. After the HVAC installation, the unit will cool your home faster. However, it will run shorter and more frequent cooling cycles. This interferes with the cooling process and prevents dehumidification.
Even though you’ll feel cool with an oversized system, you might also feel clammy or sweaty. An experienced technician can help you choose the ideal BTUs for your home.
Enjoy More Consistent Indoor Comfort
As your old HVAC system loses efficiency, you might notice temperature changes as you walk from one room to another. Your replacement system could produce a similar effect without a proper airflow balance. The technician should provide airflow balancing service to prevent this situation.
After the HVAC installation, you should notice a comfortable climate in every part of your home.
Give Your Indoor Air Quality a Boost
Your indoor air quality plays a bigger role in your health than you might think. Stagnant air that contains pollen and other allergens will cause more frequent issues. Mold spores circulated by your HVAC system can lead to respiratory infections and many physical symptoms.
How can airflow balancing help? Finishing this service after installing a new HVAC system leads to better filtration. The system will remove more particles and bacteria as it pushes treated air through the system. In addition, more thorough air distribution reduces the chances of high humidity and thereby prevents mold growth.
What Can I Do to Improve My Air Quality?
A new AC installation is one way to improve your indoor air quality. By getting rid of the older unit, you’ll prevent the repetitive circulation of contaminants that clog the machinery over time. Frequent tune-ups from your HVAC company will also help ensure good air quality.
Lifestyle changes help boost air quality. Prohibit cigarette smoking indoors. Always use the stove fan when cooking. Regularly bathe your pets. Consider investing in an air purifier.
Get the Advertised Performance
When you buy a new HVAC system, the manufacturer’s marketing materials will affect your decision. You should be able to rely on the advertised AC lifetimes, energy efficiency, and features. Through the airflow balancing process, your technician will bring your unit closer to the performance that the manufacturer promised.
Replace Your Outdated System Before It’s Too Late
When you partner with Woods Comfort Systems, we’ll evaluate your home’s cooling and heating needs. We’ll provide comprehensive installation services as well. Contact us to request an estimate.
