The most important day in the life of your air conditioner is the day it is installed. Proper installation and choosing the right size accounts for almost 75% of the operating efficiency and performance of the system you buy. If you choose the wrong heating and cooling system or are told to purchase the wrong system, it could cost you thousands of dollars to replace.
The Ductless mini-split systemWhile a mini-split system is easier to install because it has no ductwork, some installation steps may be a bit confusing and complicated for non-professionals to handle on their own. Not only does one need certain tools and knowledge to successfully install a mini-split system, but installation requires dealing with electrical and refrigerant components that may be locally and federally regulated in your state. Professional installation is highly recommended since the efficiency of your mini-split system depends on how well it is installed. To prevent problems with installation and operation, the indoor unit must be properly sized to accommodate the space it is being used for. Improper installation can cause the unit to short circuit, malfunction, and create a fire hazard to your home. It is best to hire a professional to save time, money, and to get it installed the right way from the start. |
central air CONDITIONINGWhether summers are really getting hotter or we've lost our tolerance for heat as we grow older, lots of us are tempted to yank out noisy, dripping window air conditioners and replace them with quiet, efficient whole-house central-air-conditioning systems. If you don't have ducts, you can't imagine how they're going to be added without destroying the house and costing a bundle. For a house that needs ducts, the costs and work time double. But a contractor experienced in retrofitting can cleverly hide ductwork behind walls, in the back of closets and up in the attic with minimal cuts into walls and the ceiling and very little mess. But installing central air is easier and less costly than you might think. |
According to the ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) only 28% of homeowners who replaced their heating and air conditioning systems last year noticed an improvement in the performance of their new system. The other 72% felt that the primary reason they were replacing their system was not resolved.
The reason is simple: a heating and air conditioning system is not a commodity like a toaster over, washer or dryer. Its efficiency, reliability, performance and safety are directly related to the quality of installation, proper sizing and air distribution.
It’s important when you spend thousands of your hard earned dollars on a new system that you get the right equipment for your particular needs and a guarantee that the system will perform to your expectations.
The reason is simple: a heating and air conditioning system is not a commodity like a toaster over, washer or dryer. Its efficiency, reliability, performance and safety are directly related to the quality of installation, proper sizing and air distribution.
It’s important when you spend thousands of your hard earned dollars on a new system that you get the right equipment for your particular needs and a guarantee that the system will perform to your expectations.
OUR GOALTo inform the public of which air conditioners will perform best for their needs. |