Is a 5-ton AC too large for a San Diego home?
A 5 ton AC unit removes 60,000 BTU of heat per hour. In San Diego County that size is often too large unless a Manual J load calculation confirms the load.
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Is a 3-ton AC right for a San Diego home?
Learn whether a 3-ton AC unit fits your San Diego home, why square footage falls short, and what a licensed HVAC pro should check before installation.
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Can I replace my AC with the same size unit in San Diego?
Replacing your AC with the same tonnage is fine if the original was correctly sized. Here's how to know before you replace in San Diego.
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What size AC do I need? San Diego County Manual J sizing chart
AC contractors who size by square footage are guessing. Here's how Manual J calculations work in San Diego, and why oversized AC is a real problem.
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