If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner for your Twin Cities area home, you’ll first want to find a skilled and qualified contractor for A/C installation. To make sure everything goes smoothly, we suggest that make sure your contractor intends to do the following:
- Correct sizing – If your A/C unit isn’t sized correctly, you’ll end up with a system that wastes energy and adds to your monthly utility bills, no matter how high its efficiency rating. A good contractor will first analyze your home’s cooling requirements before any equipment is purchased or installed.
- Details on sizing – Not only is it important for a technician to choose the right size, he or she should be able to explain to you precisely why the size that’s been selected in the best one for your needs.
- Duct system analysis – The contractor should check your ductwork before any work begins in order to get a good idea of any problems. Issues such as air leakage and ducts that are incompatible with your chosen cooling system can greatly reduce cooling efficiency while placing more wear and tear on your A/C.
- Safety check – To ensure the safety of your home, all circuit breakers, fuses and wiring must be checked for congruence with the unit being installed. If they’re not, safety cannot be guaranteed.
- Thermostat test – During the installation, the HVAC technician should test the thermostat to make sure it’s compatible with the new A/C unit, and to check that all modes are functioning properly.
- Airflow measurement – If your system’s airflow is not correct, the air conditioner won’t be able to reach the desired temperature of your home. A reputable contractor will check to make sure that proper airflow is assured, and if it’s not, he or she will advise you on how to proceed.
- Check refrigerant – A competent contractor will make sure your new cooling system has the precise recommended refrigerant charge. Otherwise, your system won’t achieve its advertised efficiency rating.
To find the best contractor for A/C installation, please contact us at Marsh Heating & Air Conditioning. We’ve been serving the Twin Cities metro area since 1974.
Our goal is to help educate our customers in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about A/C installation and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.
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