Originally Posted By: mpettitt This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
1983 2 x 4 wood framed central florida home on slab, 1800 sq. ft. living, dual pane windows, 4 inches of cellulose insulation in attic. This home has a 4 ton A/C split system, 97 model (not a heat pump, just A/C with electric heat). My thoughts were always 1 ton for every 500 to 600 sq. ft. which would put it at about a 3 or 3.5 ton which is what I’m use to seeing. Any thoughts on this and if oversized how I might word it in the report.
Originally Posted By: bking This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
It may be oversized but not an obvious defect without exhaustive testing therefore it is not in your best interest to stir up an issue without being convinced without a doubt.
Just state the size and the typical size (if you want to) in the report and do not list it in the summary as a problem unless you honestly believe it is.
Originally Posted By: jfeig This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
The only real problems with a way oversize AC system is that it will be less energy efficient and less able to keep the humidity low without making the space to cold.