How the Wrong Size Furnace Can Impact Comfort & Efficiency
In Pennsylvania, the winter cold requires that businesses and homeowners have access to reliable and efficient heat. For many, a furnace is the right system to ensure total comfort. While some may think that a large furnace will provide the most heat, one that’s too big for your property can lead to issues that impact your energy efficiency and ability to maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature.
Here, the HVAC experts at Haller Enterprises discuss the disadvantages of an improperly sized furnace and the signs that your system may be too large.
Why Is an Oversized Furnace Bad?
An oversized furnace generates heat too quickly for smaller homes and businesses, causing the system to turn off and on too quickly, leading to increased wear and tear. This can reduce the lifespan of your equipment and result in much higher energy costs.
What Are the Signs of an Oversized Furnace?
Property owners with a furnace that’s too large will experience a range of disadvantages, including:
- Short-cycling: If your system doesn’t run for long periods and instead is constantly turning off and on, your furnace is likely too big.
- Inconsistent heating: Hot and cold spots throughout your home or business may occur when your large furnace provides heat too quickly and can’t properly distribute it.
- High energy bills: A system that’s too large can’t efficiently heat your space, leading to increased energy usage.
- Dry air: If your furnace is too big, it may overly dehumidify the air and reduce air circulation, leaving you with poor indoor air quality.
How To Fix an Oversized Furnace
If you have an oversized furnace, take these steps:
- Have a professional install a variable-speed blower to better manage airflow.
- Add zoning systems to distribute heat more evenly.
- Improve insulation and seal air leaks to balance temperature needs.
Haller can replace your furnace with a properly sized and efficient system.
Schedule Furnace Replacement Today
For over 40 years, Haller has been proud to offer comprehensive heating services to Pennsylvania’s businesses and homeowners. Our team of licensed and insured technicians is here for you with 24-hour emergency heating repairs so your comfort is never compromised. Plus, with free estimates on replacement quotes, there’s never been a better time to replace your oversized furnace.
Schedule furnace replacement in Pennsylvania by calling Haller today.
FAQs
How can I avoid getting the wrong size furnace?
It’s always best to work with a reputable HVAC contractor for furnace installation. A professional can perform a load calculation to determine the right furnace size for your home or business.
Can a furnace be too big for a house?
Yes, a furnace can be too big for your house. A furnace that is oversized for your property can cause problems that affect energy efficiency and make it harder to maintain a consistent and comfortable temperature. It is important to install a furnace that is appropriately sized for your home because of this.
What factors should you consider when choosing the right size furnace?
Many factors will help you determine the right size furnace. A professional will assess your square footage, insulation levels, climate zone, number of windows and doors, and occupancy, all of which can impact the size of the system you need.
Is it better to undersize or oversize a furnace?
It’s better to undersize a furnace than oversize it. While a smaller furnace may take longer to get your property as warm as you want it, it generally causes fewer issues with energy usage, efficiency, and performance than a larger system.
