Air conditioning
When we consider residential air conditioning for our homes one of the primary concerns should be the efficiency of our air conditioning systems. A system that is inefficient will not be able to provide the cooling we need at reasonable price. If you’re too scared to use your air conditioning system because it’s expensive to run, it’s of little use to you during the cooling season. There is no need to put up with a system that racks up high energy bills when used. Here are three tips that you can use to enjoy more efficient air conditioning in your home.
Any residential air conditioning service expert will tell you that central air conditioning is the best option. If you have window mounted air conditioning units or portable air conditioners to cool your rooms, you need to understand their drawbacks. A central air conditioner system is designed to work at efficiency levels that other methods are not even designed for. If a window air conditioning unit is not the correct size for the room it’s located in; it can impact energy efficiency considerably. This situation becomes even worse if multiple window air conditioning units are being used in different rooms and the energy bills will rise.
The air conditioner in your home should be the right size to cool the space effectively and efficiently. If the system is too small for your home, it will not be able to cool the space and will run constantly to compensate. If the air conditioning system is too large, it may short cycle, which means it will start and stop constantly. Both of these problems cause inefficient cooling, excessive wear and tear on your equipment and eventually breakdowns. Always ensure that you have a professional measure your home and choose an air conditioning system that will service the space efficiently.
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio or SEER is a measurement of how efficient an air conditioning system is. If your air conditioner has a higher SEER, it will usually cost more to buy initially, but it will cost less to run over an extended period of time. A SEER rating of over 16 will offer the best investments for energy efficient cooling and lower energy bills.
If you need a residential air conditioning installation, contact us here at Mouritz. We supply, install and service a wide selection of heating and cooling equipment for domestic and commercial properties. Our technicians pride themselves on providing a local high quality service at affordable prices. If you need financing, you will find our rates competitive, and repayments can be tailored to your circumstances. Our sales team is ready and standing by to discuss your needs in greater detail and answer any remaining questions you may have.
Matt Mouritz · Director
Matt is a director at Mouritz, a Perth based air conditioning and solar specialist. He shares straightforward advice on choosing, running and looking after cooling, heating and solar systems, with a focus on what actually works for Perth homes and our local climate. When he is not writing, he is helping customers find the right setup for their home and budget.
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