Which furnace is the right size for me?

When you need to update your outdated furnace, it’s important to know that one size does not fit all. A system that is not sized properly for your home, will not only affect your comfort but can result in shortened life of your furnace, and leave you with larger energy costs.

If you select a unit oversized for your house, you’ll start to notice short cycles. The reason is that your oversized furnace heated your home too rapidly, turning off before the furnace can reach the right operating temperatures. An undersized or oversized system can lead to a shortened life span and cost you more in energy bills.

How can you be confident in the proper furnace size for your home? Begin with a load calculation from the professionals at Mayeuxs AC & Heating. A load calculation takes particulars from your home into consideration and gauges the Btu (a number that indicates the heating capacity of a furnace) required to heat your space.

Some Things that Influence Furnace Size

• Square Footage—How large is the area your furnace will need to heat? The technician will be sure to carefully measure the square footage of your home. Not every inch of your home may be considered during this process. Many times, it is more useful to account only for the space that needs heating.
• Home Insulation—Insulation helps keep warm air from filtering out of your home throughout the cold winter months. It also greatly affects energy efficiency and how large of a heating system is required. Let the experts from Mayeuxs AC & Heating take a look at the insulation in your walls and attic. They’ll help you select the perfect furnace for your house.
• Type of Window—Just like your walls, the particular type of windows in your home, frame type, glaze type, gas fills/spaces, etc. will have an impact on the heating and cooling needs of your home.
• Outdoor Climate—Think about the range of weather you receive in Norco and St. Charles Parish. You’ll want a furnace that can sustain the conditions of your climate every year, without overworking itself.

Don’t settle for ‘close enough’ when selecting your new furnace. Let the professionals at Mayeuxs AC & Heating help you pick a system that will fit your home properly. When you’re ready to begin, call us at (985) 764-2426 or schedule an appointment online. Whether you have additional questions about furnace size or want to discuss options for your space, our experts are happy to help you out.