What is a load calculation?
A load calculation determines what the proper size system is for your specific home. It factors in a number of criteria used to determine what size components you should include as part of your total comfort system, things like square footage to be heated or cooled, number of windows, insulation factors, which direction the home faces, climate and humidity, heat producing appliances and number of people living in the house. A load calculation is important so that your system operates at maximum efficiency, with optimum performance. Most homes have systems that are over sized, so you end up paying more than you should to heat and cool your home. Also, systems that are improperly sized tend to cycle too quickly or too slowly, and that can lead to maintenance problems, uneven temperatures, and an inability to control humidity. A properly sized system based on a correct load calculation can help ensure you enjoy long-lasting, reliable comfort whatever the season.
