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The air conditioning unit is an integral part of any home & takes up a major chunk out of your must-have home appliances budget. Making the right choice is crucial as your home’s cooling, comfort & energy consumption are directly dependent on it. There are different types of air conditioners, each having their own pros & cons. :

TIPS TO SELECT THE RIGHT/BEST AIR-CONDITIONER:

Here is a breakdown of 4 important factors to consider when selecting the best type of AC for your home and space described below:

• Budget
• Energy Consumption.
• Space Requirements and Maintenance.
• Cooling Power

After these factors are well understood, the following steps below are required:

MEASURE THE SIZE OF THE ROOM.

The first step is to know the size of the room you’ll be installing the AC. The larger an AC, the more powerful it is, so you can’t hope to fit a huge AC in a tiny space. If you have multiple rooms, measure them differently except you want to zone. It is important to know that, the larger the AC, the costly it will be. Both during purchase and on your electrical bills.

CALCULATE.

This is usually considered a difficult part of choosing an AC. The power of an AC is determined by the number of BTUs (British Thermal Units). Factors such as high ceilings will require additional cooling power. In this case, it’s highly recommended to plan for 10 percent more above the standard BTU level. If you live in a country with a warmer climate (such as Nigeria), add on between extra 10-20 percent BTUs per room.

COPPER or AlUMINIUM.

Although, copper air-conditioning units are more expensive than the aluminium versions yet, copper coils and fins are more durable than the aluminium components of the AC.

OLD or NEW.

Although, the economic situation isn't friendly to most and the cost of new AC units is another headache, you should never buy an old AC unit, no matter how cheap. Don't even take it for free. here is why; The world is dealing with global warming and it is not a joke. Old units come with the R22 gas which has been a great part of ozone depletion. New AC units come with the gas R32 or the R410 gas which are more efficient, has low to no ozone depletion properties. Now lets list the common reasons you should get a new AC.

• Old AC are not Energy Efficient, You will pay Electric bills through your nose.
• Consistent need for repair.
• They Come with R22 refrigerant high in Ozone depletion.
• Radiation level or presence from old AC's are unpredictable.
• Not efficient and increases greeenhouse gas.
• May be harmful to your health and Eco system.

• INVERTER OR NORMAL AC

  Inverter AC's are more economical while running them than fixed speed or normal AC's. Normal or conventional AC's are expensive to run as they raise your electricity bills. They are noisy due to the on and off time of the compressor. Inverter AC will keep your compressor running in a frequency as required by, the thermostat or temperature of the room without, shutting off and on like the normal AC's

  CHECK WHICH BRAND FITS YOUR NEED

  'There are many great brands out there so, it is important to know which brand best suit your need and how you can get the best bargain for them.

  DOES SIZE MATTER?.

  When it comes to size in HVAC unit, it is most important to know the actual size that fits your space and need. In AC, bigger might not be better. The bigger it is, the more expensive it is to run and the smaller, it still doesn't guarantee cost effectiveness.

  CAN I BUY SMALL INVERTER AC TO SAVE COST.

  OH NO! Just because inverter units will save you 30-50% on electricity, under-sizing your AC will not make you spend less money on your electricity. What will mostly happen is, the Inverter AC will run at a set frequency for long hours which, will not cool the space effectively. This means, you are losing more money running your unit.

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One of the most common mistakes in selecting a room air conditioning unit is the purchase of an underpowered unit that will not properly cool the room. With the proper measurements and calculations, you will be able to determine the square footage of your room and make the wise choice for your next room AC.

Many homeowners rely on rule of thumb to size their AC needs. Most times, this can be financially fatal.

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