While it’s fairly unusual in this day and age, there are still some homes that do not have central air conditioning. When it is time for AC system installation in Winter Haven, FL, there are three main things that should be considered before the contractor actually gets started with the work.
First, consider the home’s heating system. Most homes today already have a forced air heating system. If this is the case, adding air conditioning to that existing system is often the easiest and least costly way to install a new air condition. For example, if a home already has a forced air gas furnace, it is possible to add a coil that will power the air conditioner. After that, it is only a matter of running the electric wiring needed. In cases where there is a boiler heating system or a baseboard heating system, it will be more complex to add air, but it is still possible to do so.
Another thing to consider is the energy efficiency. There are a wide range of highly efficient air conditioners available today. The highest efficiency air conditioners will come with a higher initial cost. However, homeowners need to keep in mind that the higher cost at the beginning will pay them back over time. An air conditioner with a high SEER rating will usually knock quite a bit off the monthly energy bill during the hot summer and spring months. Over a few years, this energy cost savings may pay for the whole air conditioner.
Finally, homeowners need to consider whether their electrical panel is up to the task of supporting the new air conditioner breaker. The existing electrical panel may already be maxed out in terms of what load it can bear. If there is no place on the existing panel, it will be necessary to upgrade the box containing all the circuit breakers. This can be a fairly costly upgrade, but it is usually a necessary part of the process. In most cases, an electrician will need to complete this job before the new air conditioner can be installed. Visit website to learn more.
