Keeping your home cool during the upcoming summer months is crucial for comfort. A/Cs can assist with this, but you might be surprised to learn that they come in many different styles. While they all serve the same purpose, they do so in various ways. This article will explore the selections available.
Types of Air Conditioners
Central: Central units are situated outside. They’re best for large homes that need a lot of cool air. This device connects to your duct system which allows it to swiftly blow cold air into your residence. To ensure that heat doesn’t sneak through, it uses refrigerant. While it works well, it does require a lot of energy and can be bulky.
Window: This type of A/C sits snugly into a window. Window A/C units are easy to maintain but are mainly built for small spaces.
To work, they’ll suck in air from the outdoors, cool it, and then send the chilly air into your home. Keep in mind that it does use filters so you’ll need to be diligent at cleaning them.
Portable: If you don’t want a massive A/C for your home consider a portable one. This option can be rolled to different areas and then powered on so it starts cooling air. Because of their small size, they’re best for tiny rooms.
Floor-Mounted: A floor-mounted A/C rests near the floor. They attach to the wall and don’t require ductwork connections. However, a small hole does need to be carved into the wall so it can be attached to an outdoor unit. This design helps it to run more efficiently. Floor-mounted options are great for those who don’t want to constantly maintain their A/C. However, you need to be careful to not block it, such as with furniture. This could disrupt its airflow.
Geothermal: A geothermal A/C is somewhat new but it’s an eco-friendly method to cool your home. This A/C relies on special pipes that circulate water. As the liquid gets flushed through the pipes, the system will cool it and allow the air to evaporate into your home.
Finding the right A/C for your living space can be a time-consuming task. But, by using this information, you can easily determine the right one for it. In Sonom aCounty, if you’re interested in replacing yours, contact Dale HCS. We can walk you through the process and send our expert team out to quickly install it.