Was your Land O’ Lakes HVAC system installed correctly? How is it holding up? We’ve noticed some increased issues with Land O’ Lakes AC systems compared to other areas around Tampa as a result of the surge in population growth in this area.
If you live in Land O’ Lakes, you’re probably not surprised that it’s growing. It’s a gorgeous place to live, filled with lakes and bordered by natural areas like Cyrpess Creek Preserve and Starkey Wilderness Preseve.
However, you may not realize just how quickly Land O’ Lakes is growing. As of 2024, the population has increased by 10.91% since the 2020 census (source). This influx of new residents to Land O’ Lakes has resulted in a corresponding increase in home building. New communities like the “town” of Angeline are being developed rapidly to house tens of thousands of people (source).
Potential Pitfalls of HVAC Installation in New Homes
Fast Growth Means Fast HVAC Installation in Land O’ Lakes
In the Florida heat, demand for quick housing solutions also leads to a surge in HVAC installations. Contractors are often pressed to install systems quickly to keep pace with the rapid development of new homes, leading to some potential issues.
Contractors paid by a massive company for thousands of installations may not be as motivated to be thorough and not leave any mistakes that will cause problems for the homeowner as if they had been hired by the homeowner themselves.
Larger Than Necessary HVAC Units May Appeal to Home Buyers
In the race to make new homes appealing to potential buyers, there’s a trend towards installing larger-than-necessary HVAC units. While powerful systems are attractive for their apparent capability to handle extreme heat, they’re actually less efficient than a properly sized unit and more costly to run.
Oversized units tend to cycle on and off more, resulting in increased wear and tear and higher energy consumption.
“Settling” Can Cause Problems Even if HVAC Units Are Installed Well
As new constructions in Land O’ Lakes settle, foundational shifts can affect HVAC systems, causing gaps in ductwork or tilting of the HVAC unit platforms. If left unchecked, a tilted HVAC unit can lead to significant performance issues or safety concerns.
Gaps in ductwork let conditioned air escape and unconditioned air in, decreasing the efficiency of your HVAC system and polluting indoor air quality with allergens and pollutants.
How Millian Aire HVAC Addresses the Challenges of a Growing Land O’ Lakes
Millian Aire HVAC has developed strategies to ensure that HVAC systems are positioned properly, appropriately sized, and installed correctly in Land O’ Lakes. Here’s how Millian Aire HVAC addresses potential issues in HVAC systems installed in new homes:
Assessment
Millian Aire starts each project with a thorough assessment of the HVAC needs of a home, considering factors like house size, layout, and insulation quality. We’ll look for signs of inefficiency due to the house settling, like gaps in the ductwork or a tilted HVAC unit, and give you a complete estimate on the cost of fixing the problem.
Appropriate Sizing of HVAC Units
We’ll assess the current unit’s size and make recommendations for optimal efficiency and performance. You may choose to replace an oversized unit, or we can suggest a smart thermostat and other techniques for increasing efficiency in an oversized unit.
Resettling
Millian Aire’s technicians are skilled in resettling units to realign with the new structural orientation, so the system operates as intended despite foundational shifts.
Ductwork Repair
Advanced repair technologies like Aeroseal seal leaks and gaps in ductwork that develop as structures settle or due to poor initial installation. If the problems are too advanced for Aeroseal, we can manually repair or replace the ductwork.
Intelligent Thermostats and System Adjustments
Uneven heating and cooling in different parts of a home despite well-sealed ducts can be a sign of poorly placed HVAC units. Our intelligent thermostat solutions, plus thoughtful alterations to the HVAC system or ductwork, better distribute air and manage temperature variations throughout the home, despite a poorly-placed HVAC.
Why Choose Millian Aire for HVAC Services in Land O’ Lakes?
Millian Aire has extensive experience in both new constructions and existing homes in Land O’ Lakes and in the surrounding areas. We’ve worked with every kind of HVAC—from small residential units to large commercial-style chillers.
Since 1993, we’ve been ensuring that each project is handled with the utmost professionalism and technical skill.
We conduct thorough training for all technicians, keeping them updated with the newest industry standards and local county codes. We understand the stress associated with HVAC issues (especially in a new home) so we take the time to offer detailed consultations so you’ll thoroughly understand any problems with your HVAC system and the solutions we offer.
Millian Aire values your time and offers flexible scheduling to fit your busy lifestyle. With over 1,000 five-star reviews, Millian Aire’s reputation speaks for itself. We’re a trusted leader in the Tampa Bay area, known for exceptional service and reliability. Schedule your estimate and enjoy a more effective and efficient cooling system.
