When it’s time to update your outdated furnace, it’s important to understand one size does not fit all. A system that is not sized properly for your home, will not only hurt your comfort but can result in shortened life of your furnace, and leave you spending extra money on your utility bills.

If you pick a system oversized for your space, you’ll start to run into short cycles. The reason is that your oversized furnace heated your home too fast, turning off before the furnace can reach proper operating temperatures. An undersized or oversized system can lead to a decreased life span and cost you more in energy bills.

How can you be certain about the proper furnace size for your home? Start with a load calculation from the experts at Paniccia Heating & Cooling. A load calculation takes specifics from your home into consideration and measures the Btu (a number that indicates the heating capacity of a furnace) required to heat your home.

Some Factors that Influence Furnace Size

• Square Footage—What size is the area your furnace will be heating? Your technician will be sure to carefully measure the square footage of your home. Not every inch of your home will be considered during this process. Usually, it is more useful to account only for the space that needs heating.
• Home Insulation—Insulation works to keep warm air from leaving your home through the cold winter months. It also greatly affects energy efficiency and how large of a heating system will be necessary. Let the professionals from Paniccia Heating & Cooling take a look at the insulation in your walls and attic. They’ll help you select the ideal furnace for your house.
• Type of Window—Just like your walls, the specific type of windows in your home, frame type, glaze type, gas fills/spaces, etc. will play into what heating and cooling needs your home requires.
• Outdoor Climate—Consider the range of weather you receive in Michigan City. You’ll want a furnace that can sustain the conditions of your environment every year, without overworking itself.

Don’t settle for ‘close enough’ when selecting your new furnace. Let the qualified technicians at Paniccia Heating & Cooling help you pick a solution that will fit your home properly. When you’re ready to start the process, you can reach us at 219-872-2198 or book an appointment online. Whether you have additional questions about furnace size or want to learn more of the options for your space, our team is happy to help you out.