You've designed your new home to the exact specifications you want
. There's never been a home like your custom-designed home. Congratulations! Now you need to call a heating and air contractor and have him go over your plans and advise you of your heating and air needs.
Of all the systems in your home heating and air ranks at the top of the list in importance to your overall comfort. If you are building your home in an area that experiences long, cold winters you will need to make certain that every area of your home is toasty warm and comfortable. Air conditioning needs are most important to the owner who lives in hot, dry climates.
Whatever your needs may be, a heating and air contractor in your region is familiar with the equipment and accessories you'll need to make your home as comfortable as possible. A contractor can determine the size furnace you need to adequately provide heat and air conditioning for the area of your home. He can suggest the best equipment on the market to help reduce the need for heating repair or furnace repair because he knows the reputation of the manufacturers. Energy-efficient equipment can save you up to 30% on your heating costs per year.
A heating and air contractor is knowledgeable in heating design. The best design will heat and cool your home comfortably and save you money at the same time. Energy efficiency is the number one concern for home owners. For example, you may plan to have your attached garage heated and cooled along with the rest of your house. A contractor can give you the advice you need to determine if it is worth the heating and cooling costs plus the extra ductwork or furnace conversions you may need.
The contractor will obtain the necessary permits from the local government to install your heating and air conditioning system. He will also inspect the work after it has been installed to insure the work is done correctly and to eliminate any surprises. A contractor can advise you of the best windows, doors, and siding to install to keep your home warmer and cooler. This kind of advice is usually asked of contractors who install these doors, windows, and siding but your heating contractor can give you a better recommendation without bias.
You will also need to take into consideration that you will need future heating and air conditioning repairs. Choose a contractor who has an A-1 reputation for quality repairs and service. Your heating and air conditioning contractor should be in on the very beginning of your plans for a new home. He can advise how to have the best energy efficient system possible that will provide comfort and help you save money.