What is the average life of a central air conditioning system in Florida?
10-15 years
AC units are the hardest working appliances in Florida homes and businesses. With regular maintenance, the expected AC unit lifespan in Florida is 10-15 years.
How many tons of AC do I need per square foot in Florida?
“What we find is that most newer homes come in no lower than 800 square feet per ton… High performance homes can be as high as 1500 or 2000 square feet per ton. That means that a contractor using 500 square feet per ton is installing an air conditioner that’s 2, 3, or even 4 times larger than it should be.”
How many hours a day should air conditioner run in Florida?
An AC should run 12 to 16 hours a day on average summer days when the air conditioner is properly sized. On the very hottest days of summer, don’t be surprised if your AC runs 20 hours or more, especially if the weather is well above the normal heat range.
How many sq ft will a 2.5-ton AC cool?
For example, a 30,000 BTU, 2.5-ton air conditioner is made to effectively cool a home between 1,200 and 1,500 square feet. A slightly larger 3,600, 3-ton unit, is designed for homes that are 1,500 to 1,800 square feet.
What SEER do I need in Florida?
We recommend that Florida homeowners choose a 16-SEER AC system because it offers the best long-term savings for the initial upfront cost. However, this recommendation is just a starting point. You should still contact a professional to provide a SEER recommendation for your new AC.
Should I turn the AC off at night?
The outdoor nighttime temperature. If the nighttime air that comes into your home cools the indoor temperature to lower than you usually set the thermostat for the air conditioner, turning off the AC should save you some money.
Can your AC unit be too big?
Too Hot or Too Cold Air An oversized HVAC unit can make your home’s inside temperature uncomfortable. An HVAC system with excess capacity can heat or cool your home faster, but that speed often results in a couple of other issues. First, your home won’t benefit from gradual, even heating and cooling.