When it comes to selecting a new heating and cooling system for your home, there are several variables that need to be considered before making your final decision. Some of these choices will be made for you, such as the type and size of space you are looking to outfit. But other decisions will likely be made based on personal preferences, unit size, and budget. Before jumping into a major purchase like a furnace/AC system, read on to make sure you?re choosing the right one for your home.

Defining the Space
The first thing that needs to be established before buying a new HVAC system is the space it will be heating and cooling. Several factors will go into accurately defining this space. We suggest making a list of these factors as they are identified below. It will make it easier at the end when you have all this information in front of you.
Is the space residential or commercial"
If residential, is it a mobile or planned structure home"
How many square feet is the space (include basement)
How many total floors (include basement)
Is the space new construction or an existing structure" If existing, where is the current

furnace located" (attic, crawlspace, utility room")
Is the space well insulated or poorly insulated"

Once these factors have been determined, you can move on to deciding what type of system you need.
Selecting the System Type
Deciding what type of system is needed for your home may have already been pre-determined. You may sim...