What to know before buying an air conditioner

What to consider when you’re looking at AC Units
If you’re looking for premium Air Conditioning West Ryde businesses and residents can rely on, it’s important that you have a full understanding of the process. This helps you choose the correct air conditioner for your property; and with winter coming up, this might be vital to ensure your family or employees stay warm. For example, the needs of your home can be very different to what your company offices require. On top of this, you must know what makes a good air con service. In this blog post, we look at the key factors which go into any air conditioner installation.
Which type of air conditioner is best?
Here are the four main types of air conditioners for you to consider:
Ducted:
These air conditioners require a lot of underfloor or ceiling space to ‘hide’ the unit and its ducting. This approach can heat or cool the entire home with ease, ensuring an even, consistent temperature throughout your home which could also include remote sensing, custom zoning and Wifi App control.
Split-System:
A split-system unit is useful if you want to adjust the temperature in a specific room. This often costs less and gives more control, but the system’s main feature can also limit its effective range.
Multi-Head:
A multi-head approach includes indoor-mounted units like a split-system, but is able to run these via one outdoor unit. This lets you create ‘zones’ of different temperatures across the property.
The one you choose depends on which rooms you want to cool or heat – alongside your budget. If you require air conditioning for your West Ryde firm, a split-system unit is great for server rooms or an open-plan office. You might instead find that a ducted unit is a good all-round approach for your home.
When to perform air con maintenance
Experts recommend that you service your home’s air conditioning unit once a year, usually in spring or autumn to make sure it works for summer or winter. You must also check it regularly to see if there’s anything amiss, as well as to change the filters every second month.
Some units include reusable filters, which you can simply clean using warm, soapy water before putting it back into the system. Warmer months might place more strain on the filters, so be sure to check them more often in the summer to lower the chance of a breakdown.
If you hear a strange or unexpected noise from your air con unit, this might mean a part is loose. Alternatively, if it spreads a bad smell across your property, there could be issues with the insulation. An energy bill increase may also be because the unit needs cleaning.
Businesses mainly need to heat or cool larger rooms, such as office spaces, and can require a full service twice a year. This increased usage (especially for 24-hour firms) can also make it necessary to inspect your unit much more frequently than a home system.
How to choose the right service
It’s critical that you check the services available from many West Ryde air conditioning companies before you commit to one. This allows you to see the firms that best fit your requirements. For example, a company which offers custom air con solutions could more easily adapt to your needs.
Experience can be a big factor in your decision. Though any licensed air con company can do the job, you might want a service that has been successful across the area for years, if not decades. Alternatively, you could check the team’s specific licenses and credentials prior to deciding.
Check online reviews from several sources before you ask for quotes. While many companies proudly show off their best reviews, it’s worth digging deeper. This lets you find feedback from clients who had similar needs for their home or business, helping you see which approach is best for you.
Asking for quotes helps you see the differences in price between services, giving you a chance to see which fits your budget best. Don’t be afraid to pay extra for a stronger service – but also make sure you get your money’s worth from the company you eventually choose.
How much does a new air conditioner cost?
Modern air conditioners have more features and conveniences due to changes in technology. They’re also a lot more efficient than older systems; this means they could save you money by using less electricity. This is why a lot of people eventually decide to replace their air con unit.
These new systems vary in price, with the type of unit being a significant factor. For example, split-systems can often cost much less than a ducted unit. The latter usually has a more intense installation process and cools or heats the whole property – but lasts much longer.
All types and brands of AC’s vary in price, depending on capacity, installation conditions and options based on the users needs to suit their lifestyle and property conditions.
Air conditioning companies work to reduce these costs where possible to deliver the best experience which fits within your budget. They generally have a number of cheaper options which still carry a seal of quality from a top brand, letting you still enjoy a premium air conditioning unit.
West Ryde homes and businesses require high-quality air con systems throughout the year in order to handle sharp weather changes. Knowing how much these units cost and the types available (as well as the correct way to approach repairs and maintenance) can be very useful for getting a good deal. With over 50 years of helping customers across New South Wales, GAM Air Conditioning ensures your property has the right air conditioning system and that everything works as expected. If you would like to learn more about our West Ryde services, give our friendly team a call.