Getting the best results from your purchase of new HVAC equipment requires being aware of some of the common mistakes that can be made when buying heating and cooling systems. Here is a brief list of those mistakes and what to do to avoid them:
- Buying too cheaply: It’s not always a bargain to go with the HVAC equipment that costs the least amount of money. While your initial purchase price may be small, over time, there are likely to be added costs that could be avoided by buying better equipment. For example, cheap air conditioners are more likely to break down, leading to costly repairs. They may not cool properly. Inexpensive equipment is more likely to have a short functional lifespan, meaning it will need to be replaced sooner. When buying new HVAC equipment, buy the best you can afford.
- Buying too small or too large: Both commercial and residential spaces have a cooling and heating load. The load is the amount of heating and cooling required to keep the interior spaces at the temperatures the occupants prefer. A piece of HVAC equipment must be of the proper size — must have enough functional capacity — to provide enough heating and cooling to meet the building’s load. If you buy HVAC equipment that is too small, it won’t heat or cool properly and will cost more to operate since it will run more often to make up the difference. Equipment that is too large will waste money and energy.
- Ignoring maintenance needs: All HVAC equipment needs regular preventive maintenance to keep it running properly. If your HVAC provider offers a service contract or maintenance agreement, it’s a good idea to buy it. Service agreements ensure that maintenance is performed on time and often provide additional benefits such as discounts or priority service.
In Dayton and the surrounding Ohio communities, Ace Hardware Home Services is the top choice for expert heating and cooling services for both residential and commercial customers. Contact us today for more information on buying HVAC equipment and making sure that the most common errors in HVAC purchasing are avoided.
Our goal is to help educate our customers in Dayton, Ohio about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).
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