how to buy an air conditioner

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Shopping for new appliances can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! When you know what to look for it can be a breezy experience.

First, you need to know what kind of unit you need. Likely you’re replacing an old one, but maybe you need a new unit to cool a new addition to your property and want to know what kind is the best fit. There are four kinds to look at:

• Window air conditioners
• Wall-mounted air conditioners
• Portable air conditioners
• Central air conditioners

If you need a new unit for your entire home, then likely you’ll be looking at central AC units to round out your HVAC system. But if you just need to cool an office, apartment or workshop, then consider the restraints of your space and narrow down the type that will work best for you.

Do you have the window space for a window unit? Do you want something more permanent or modular? Wall-mounted units are great if you’re looking for a set-it-and-forget-it type of installation. If you want something more modular, window units can easily be moved around, but if you require lots of flexibility (ie. in a big workshop or an apartment with many rooms) then a portable one may be more up your alley.

To narrow down different models, you can compare British Thermal Units (BTU’s) which indicate the cooling capacity of the unit, size, Energy Efficiency Ratings (EER), and warranty guarantees. There are also the minute details such as if it has a timer, remote control capabilities, or a sleep mode.

In the end, there is no right answer so decide what is important for you so shopping will be a breeze!

how to buy an air conditioner