{"id":741,"date":"2012-01-02T08:00:13","date_gmt":"2012-01-02T13:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/blog\/?p=741"},"modified":"2011-12-28T16:47:57","modified_gmt":"2011-12-28T21:47:57","slug":"ross-hvac-contractors-guide-heat-pump-load-calculation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boehmerheating.com\/blog\/heat-pumps\/ross-hvac-contractors-guide-heat-pump-load-calculation\/","title":{"rendered":"Ross HVAC Contractor’s Guide: Heat Pump Load Calculation"},"content":{"rendered":"

When purchasing a heat pump<\/a> in Ross<\/a>, the first thing you should do is determine what type of heat pump you want and how big it needs to be to provide ample heating and cooling to your home. If you\u2019re unsure what you need, here are some tips to size a heat pump for your home\u2019s particular needs.<\/p>\n

The Importance of Sizing<\/h3>\n

Before buying anything, consider the cost of an oversized heat pump. A lot of homeowners opt for the biggest device on the market, but they don\u2019t realize that they\u2019re paying more than necessary for their device. An oversized device cycles on and off more often than is necessary and wears down much faster, resulting in an increased electric bill and faster wear on the device. It\u2019s not good for your heat pump or your wallet.<\/p>\n

How to Size<\/h3>\n

To correctly size a heat pump, the first step is to perform a load calculation. This is done by measuring the total volume of the rooms being heated (in cubic meters) and then determining the heating factor based on the type of insulation used.<\/p>\n

There are different measurements depending on the type and R-rating of your insulation. For example, a single external wall without any additional insulation has a heating factor of 15. The number of external walls, the insulation in those walls and\/or the ceiling and the rating of the insulation will determine the total heating factor for the room.<\/p>\n

You will then divide the room volume by the heating factor to determine the number of KW (converted to BTUs) needed to heat that particular room.<\/p>\n

Professional Sizing<\/h3>\n

The reason it is so important to call a professional is that certain things, like poorly insulated windows, cracks in the foundation, leaks in the ducts and other issues can have an impact on the overall heating factor measurement. Additionally, the type of heat pump you choose must be effective when connected to an air handler for your entire home. A professional can make these measurements and ensure the right sized device is selected.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re unsure about anything related to sizing and selecting a new heat pump for your home, call a Ross\u00a0professional<\/a> in. They will perform a full load calculation and present your options for a new heat pump based on those calculations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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