Air conditioning is a must-have for Triangle-area homeowners. If your cooling system breaks down, you may be tempted to hurry out and find an air-conditioning replacement as fast as you can. But don’t fall into the trap of purchasing the first system you stumble on that seems to have the lowest price. Take a few deep breaths, and ask yourself the following questions that can help you find the right air-conditioning replacement for your needs.

How big does your replacement need to be?

How much energy does it take to cool your home? This is called your “cooling load,” and the best way to find it is to call Stewart’s Heating and Air Conditioning for a load calculation. Many air-conditioner replacement systems are installed with more capacity than necessary, meaning homeowners spend more on purchase and operating costs. If you can decrease your cooling needs by minimizing energy loss, you could save money on your air-conditioner replacement.

Could you save energy with natural ventilation or heat?

If you have windows on the south side of your house, keeping blinds and curtains drawn can reduce the amount of heat from the sun. After the sun sets, opening several windows and running ceiling fans can draw a cooling airstream through your home.

What are your air-conditioner replacement choices?

Could you save energy by going with an air-conditioner replacement different from your old system? For example, a heat pump is energy efficient in both warm and cool weather. Or consider a high-efficiency air conditioner, which may use 40 percent less energy than conventional systems.

What air-conditioner replacement contractor should you work with?

Having your air-conditioner replacement properly sized and installed by a skilled contractor has a big impact on whether your new system will perform as efficiently as it should. Look for a contractor who will take the time to evaluate your needs and offer quality assurances for your satisfaction.

If you need an air-conditioner replacement quick, call Stewart’s Heating and Air Conditioning. We’re happy to help Triangle area homeowners find the perfect air-conditioner replacement for their needs!

Our goal is to help educate our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).  For more information, click here to download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.

Stewart’s Heating and Air Conditioning services the Triangle area of North Carolina. To get started, check out our website.