How to Evaluate the Cost of an HVAC system for a New Construction?

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Introduction to HVAC systems

• What is an HVAC system?

An HVAC system is a system that provides the proper indoor temperature as well as quality air. Having an HVAC system in each building is a must nowadays, whether it is a working office, a hospital or simply a regular house. In other words, the main function of an HVAC system is controlling the temperature as well as the humidity level of a room or simply the interior of a building as well as the cleanliness of the air.

• Importance of having an HVAC system in a New Construction

As stated before, having an HVAC in a new building or house is mandatory due to the many benefits it brings to the table, we can state a few pros such as:

• Too much cold or too much heat can be harmful to the body; therefore, having a system that controls the temperature is extremely beneficial for health.
• On top of reducing health risks from extreme temperatures, having an HVAC system at home will provide the residents with a comfortable whether working or simply relaxing. This, in turn, can increase the work-efficiency of inhabitants as well as helping them to have a better focus on their works.
• An HVAC system will help clean up and improve the indoor air quality

Evaluating the cost of an HVAC system

• Choosing the right type of HVAC system

In order to evaluate the cost and price of having an HVAC system, one must first choose the proper HVAC system for the new construction. Generally speaking, there are 4 types of HVAC systems:

• • Split HVAC: the components of a split HVAC system are located both inside and outside of the building. The split HVAC system is known for being easy to install thanks to its simple design as well as it is easy to control.
  • Hybrid System: a hybrid HVAC system is similar to the split HVAC system except that this system uses a heat pump which makes it more energy efficient. This system is ideal for warming up large spaces during winter months.
  • Ductless Split System: a ductless split system is an HVAC system that is ideal for places that cannot accommodate the systems with ducts it is also great for saving significant cost.
  • Heating and Air Conditioning System in a Single Package: this HVAC system is perfect for confined spaces that cannot accommodate all individual parts of the regular split systems. This HVAC system is great for saving both money and space.

• HVAC Firm

After choosing the proper HVAC system for the new construction, you must hire an HVAC firm. HVAC engineers will help you with the design of the System as well as with the determining of the HVAC installation cost. The average labor costs of an HVAC engineer are between 100 and 150 USD per hour. So before hiring any HVAC engineer, you must first take a quick search on different prices and costs on the market in order to get the most cost-effective option.

• Factors that affect the overall price of an HVAC system

Here are the important factors that HVAC engineers consider to determine the overall cost of an HVAC system for a new Construction:

• • Heating Plant: each HVAC system must have a heating plant; therefore, calculating the cost of installing a heating plant is necessary. In order to determine the cost of a heating plant, the HVAC engineer must first identify the necessary boiler’s capacity as well as the pumping system size on top other elements such as a water treatment plant.
  • Cooling Plant: a cooling plant is a vital component of an HVAC system, in order to determine its approximate cost, the engineer must determine the required chiller type as well as its capacity. Similar to a heating plant, the cooling plant also has other accessories and equipment such as pumping system and water treatment system which should be considered.
  • Sheet Metal: several key components of the HVAC system require sheet metal such as boxes, exhausts, grills; therefore, the HVAC engineer must take these into account when calculating the HVAC system cost.
  • Insulation: the HVAC engineer must insulate the plumbing and ductwork in order to ensure that the system will be able to work in cold temperatures. The HVAC engineer will determine the cost of insulation based on the percentage of the piping and ductwork.
  • Temperature Control: any HVAC system must have some sort of temperature control; therefore, the HVAC engineer must also take into consideration temperature control system such as smart thermostats, smart relays, etc.
  • Piping: obviously an HVAC system must have a piping system. The HVAC engineer will determine the cost of the piping based on the size of the building and the desired distribution access points.

There are other expenses that come with installing a new HVAC system such as:

• • HVAC system inspection: after installing an HVAC system and using it for a while, one must hire an HVAC inspector in order to inspect the pipes, the cooling and heating plants, and many more.
  • Maintenance: obviously, after years of work, any HVAC system must have some sort of maintenance such as replacing air filters, removing dirt from outdoor units, replacing humidifiers’ filters, replacing carbon monoxide detector batteries, or maybe upgrading the system to a programmable smart thermostat.

Conclusion

In conclusion, having an HVAC system is extremely important in any residential or commercial compound. So, regardless of how much it will cost to install the system, one must have a cooling and heating system in the building and should choose the proper HVAC system in order to end up with the best price to reward ratio. While there are currently online calculators that help such assessments, still the most reliable cost assessments are done by skilled HVAC engineers.