Quartz Hill is known for its beautiful custom homes on acre lots. But unlike a standard tract home, these custom builds often come with unique architectural features that make cooling difficult.
The "Hot Room" Problem
Many custom homes in Quartz Hill have high vaulted ceilings, large west-facing windows, or sprawling floor plans. This often leads to one side of the house being freezing cold while the master bedroom remains 80°F.
This isn't necessarily a broken AC; it's an airflow balance issue.
Zoned Systems vs. Multiple Units
If your home is over 2,500 sq ft, a single unit often isn't enough. You likely have:
- Two Separate Units: One for the living areas, one for the bedrooms. This is ideal but requires double the maintenance.
- A Zoned System: One large unit with electronic dampers that direct air to specific zones. If a damper motor fails, you lose cooling in just that zone.
Related: Cost differences between unit types.
Insulation and Ductwork
Custom homes often have custom ductwork—which isn't always a good thing. We frequently find undersized ducts that "starve" the system of air, leading to premature compressor failure. Proper duct sizing is critical for these larger properties.
uneven Cooling?
We specialize in balancing airflow for large custom homes in Quartz Hill.
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