Homebuilder Advantage
As a reputable homebuilder, the last thing that you want to worry about is if your HVAC sub-contractor has properly sized the correct Air-Conditioning & Heating System for the house you are about to sell. Most HVAC sub-contractors are challenged when assembling a proper 'Load Calculation' for a new home and will typically over-size units to the determent of the homebuilder and future homeowner. Over-size units cost more to purchase, require a larger duct system and will generally take more labor time and dollars to install. For the future homeowner, there are numerous issues to include the following:
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Increased energy consumption, higher monthly utilities bills
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Lack of Comfort (air-conditioning is less effective in the summertime, combined with relative humidity issues)
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Poor Indoor air quality (improper room-to-room air mixing & nuisance drafts from high blower speeds)
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Varying air temperatures from room-to-room (hot & cold rooms)
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System durability and lifetime expectancy will be less than average
All these issues could be avoided if the proper 'Load Calculations & Design' took place before the first piece of equipment was purchased. Typically the HVAC contractor is very receptive with help during the design phase and fully appreciates the cost saving by installing an accurately designed system. These cost savings can be realized by the homebuilder and/or passed along to the future homeowner.
SERVICES OFFERED
For a nominal fee, a North Carolina licensed engineer will review your HVAC contractor's Load Calculations & Design to ensure that the right size heating & cooling system is selected before purchased. This will save you as the homebuilder money, while ensuring the future homeowner years of comfort and energy savings! The cost savings by reducing equipment size & labor costs will typically off-set the cost of the engineering services, providing a win-win for all parties involved. For more information, please see the 'Contact Us' tab at the top of the page.