If you need to install a new air conditioning system for your home, there are some important elements you are going to want to consider in order to have the most positive installation experience.

Consideration #1: Sizing

When it comes to installing an air conditioning unit, getting the sizing right is vitally important. You need the unit you install to be capable of cooling your space. Ideally, you will have a professional HVAC installer run an assessment on your home to determine the right size unit. The appropriately sized unit is about more than just your square footage; it is about the height of your ceilings and the overall layout of your space. An undersized or oversized unit will experience a lot of stress, which will cause the unit to age prematurely.

Consideration #2: Heat

Second, you are going to want to keep the unit away from any other source of heat. This is true for the thermostat and the unit itself.

The unit's job is to create cool air, so you don't want to place it in the vicinity of something that will create a lot of heat and thus make the unit's job harder. You want it to get an accurate reading of the temperature inside the home for the thermostat. If the thermostat is placed where it is hit by direct sunlight or where it gets hit with heat from the stove, for example, it is not going to provide an accurate temperature reading. This will send inaccurate information to the cooling unit and will result in poor performance.

Consideration #3: Gas

Third, you should not put your unit anywhere where gas could leak out and impact its performance. You shouldn't put the unit right next to a gas furnace or water heater for the safety of all appliances and the safety of your home.

Consideration #4: Contractor

Finally, you don't want to just use any contractor to install your new air conditioning unit. You want to use a licensed and insured contractor. You want the contractor to have the knowledge to install the unit properly. You want a contractor who carries a license that shows they have undergone the property training to complete the installation. Additionally, carrying insurance protects both you and the contractor and shows that you are working with a professional.

When it comes to installing a new air conditioning unit, you want to get the sizing right. Keep the main unit and the thermostat away from heat and gas. Use a licensed and insured HVAC contractor for the installation process. To learn more, contact an air conditioning installation service.