A Guide to Choosing an Air Conditioner
Air conditioners offer many benefits for both your home and workplace, including a more comfortable environment, improved air quality, and even better sleep. There are also different types of air conditioner in a range of sizes and it’s important to choose the right type for you.
Several factors will affect which air conditioner you choose, including the size of the room, what it’s used for, and how powerful you want the unit to be. If you’ve been thinking about investing in air conditioning and want to know which unit is best, read on for our handy guide to choosing an air conditioner.
How big is the room?
The size of your room will affect the size of the air conditioner you need and you’ll also need to consider any appliances that will add extra heat. You don’t want to overwhelm a small room with a large wall mounted air conditioner, so in these cases, a smaller portable unit might be sufficient.
How powerful should the unit be?
An air conditioner’s power is measured in British Thermal Units (BTU) and this gives an idea of the unit’s cooling capacity. A unit with a higher BTU rating will be able to cool a larger room, so the higher the BTU, the bigger the room it can cool. However, units with higher BTUs cost more to run, so factor this in when making your decision.
Different types of air conditioner
There are three main types of air conditioner; portable units, wall split air conditioners and ceiling cassette conditioners. Portable units are ideal for your home or a smaller office and they can easily be moved from room to room. They’re also a good option if you need a unit as soon as possible as they don’t require professional installation - simply plug in and go.
Wall split units will require professional installation and they’re a smart option if you want to leave floor space free. Wall split conditioners offer many benefits, including a quieter running noise and the ability to heat, as well as cool, a room. Ceiling cassette units function in a similar way to wall split conditioners, except they’re installed in the ceiling. You’ll also need a professional to do this but once installed, ceiling cassette conditioners can provide both heating and cooling.
If you’re looking for a reliable, high quality air conditioning system, get in touch with the experts at Westcott Air Conditioning. We’re proud to offer installation of a variety of air conditioning systems, as well as repair and maintenance services. We also offer a 24/7 emergency breakdown service, so you can keep a perfect temperature all year round. For more information about our air conditioning services, give us a call today or contact us via our website.
