When the summer heat arrives across the country, millions of homeowners reach for their air conditioning. If you don’t have an air conditioning system of some kind in your home, it is a good idea to get one installed. However, there are several AC installation mistakes you need to watch out for in this process, and this article is going to go over a few of them.
Working with the Wrong Company
The first mistake that many people make is simply working with the wrong company. Your city is likely home to many different HVAC companies, but all are not created equally. You want to work with a high-quality company (like those at CM Heating) to make sure that the job gets done right, quickly, and affordably. The company you choose to work with should be experienced, communicate well, and have good reviews from other customers in the past.
Not Sealing Ducts Properly
Whether you have ducts already in your home, or are getting them installed, you need to ensure that they are sealed. The benefits of duct sealing are widespread, and can help your system be much more efficient, which is great for not only your wallet, but also the lifetime of your system. If your ductwork is patchy with a lot of gaps, it can also reduce the effectiveness of your system.
Getting the Wrong Size Unit
Another common mistake is that people will end up purchasing and installing the wrong sized unit. Air conditioners come in many sizes, and the size you need will generally depend on the size of your home. The bigger the home, the more powerful the system you need will be. If you take time to ensure that you are choosing a correctly-sized air conditioner, it can make sure your home stays comfortable, and you aren’t paying more than you have to, or leading to premature wear and tear.
Putting the Thermostat in the Wrong Place
The thermostat location is another important part of your air conditioning system. Many people don’t know that the location of your thermostat has an impact on how your system functions as a whole. If you put your thermostat right by a window that you always have open, by a vent, or near a place that gets a lot of sun, it can get inaccurate temperature readings of your home. They should normally be placed in a hallway or other shaded place that has relatively consistent temperatures.
Not Planning Your Vent Position Well
Last but certainly not least, another mistake to avoid is the improper positioning of your vents. These vents are how the cool air will reach throughout your home, so you need to take time to make sure they are all in the optimal positions.
They need to be put somewhere that won’t get blocked, and need to be spread out evenly so the entire home can become adequately cooled. Draw up your plans carefully and do a lot of homework before eventually deciding where these vents should go.
In conclusion, we hope this blog post has been able to help you identify common AC installation mistakes to make sure you can avoid them.