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Would a 1 1/2 ton unit be big enough for a 1400 sq foot home?

Answer 1

You might wana try a 3 ton or 3 1/2 ton unit. Extreme weather conditions are too extreme  LOL Good luck. Where you live that will depend a lot on this decicion.

Answer 2

Could be if you live in the northern states near the big lakes.

Answer 3

1 ton for every 700 sq ft plus 1/2 ton........

lic. gen. contractor

Answer 4

No, A one and a half ton is only good for a small one bedroom apartment. You need a 3.5 ton at least to be happy. Look at it like this: You need a ton for each bedroom.

Answer 5

It's true to say that there's a lot of variables, but 1 1/2 sounds a bit light.  I generally figure 1 ton per 700 sq ft, as a baseline, and adjust according to insulation, windows, where you're located, and so on.  When in doubt, always go with the smaller of the two choices.  Still  1 1/2 sounds a bit light.  

Hope this helps

20+ yrs hvac tech

Answer 6

Way too many variables involved here to answer that with any integrity.

Answer 7

Maybe in Canada. Maybe 2 1/2 would be closer.

My home is 1600 sq ft and I have a 3 ton unit. I live on the Gulf Coast.