What to Consider When Buying a New Air Conditioner
When you’re in the market for a new air conditioner, there are definitely plenty of options to think about. Which brand? Which type? And what about energy efficiency and maintenance costs? Of course, there’s a lot to consider here since it could make all the difference in the world as far as saving money and buying the right product for your needs is concerned. Our goal is just to give you an overview of some key factors to keep in mind.
- Which air conditioner would work best at your location?
If you are in a position to choose between a ducted or a split air conditioner type, then you will have to consider the pros and cons between the two. If you go for a split type, you should know that it works best at being energy-efficient and keeping a room cool. However, that’s only if you are trying to keep a single room cool. If your property has more rooms within it, a ducted air conditioning system would work best at keeping the whole place cool.
The size of the room or house and the limit of cooling determines the size of the air conditioner that you want to buy. The right-sized air conditioner is important for the efficient and increased lifespan of your AC. The capacity of AC is decided based on various factors such as room size, location, number of occupants, etc.
Before you buy an air conditioner, make sure there is a star rating for energy efficiency labeled on it. Higher the number of stars, the better the efficiency of the air conditioner. An AC with higher energy efficiency uses less power and thus helps in lowering the energy bills. Lower energy bills mean cost-saving, therefore it is advised to always buy an AC with a higher star rating or higher energy efficiency.
Before buying an AC for yourself, you should compare various models of air conditioners available based on certain factors such as specifications, performance, customer review, after-sales service feedback, etc. After proper comparison, make the final decision as per your requirements and budget. Though air conditioners have a variety of features these days, it is important to choose the system which has the technology that fulfils your needs. Go for an AC of a well-established brand with all necessary features and a reasonable price.
Consider noise as an important point while making a mind to buy an air conditioner. Many air conditioners produce more noise when working. Ask the Air Con provider about the noise of it. A noise-making air conditioning unit will disturb you while working and sleeping. If your Air condition makes much noise in starting then chances are higher that noise will increase after some time. In the future, It’s going to cost you more in terms of money.
Air conditioners with higher star ratings can cost a little more but consume a lot lesser electricity, thereby saving money on your electricity bill in the long run. Most air conditioners come with star ratings ranging from star 1 to star 5. So, the higher the star, the lower the power consumption. For example, a 5 start air conditioner will consume less power as compared to a 3 star AC.
- After-sale service and warranty
Everybody knows that If a customer gets disappointed, he will never ever buy something from that company in the future. Keeping this in mind, always go with the brand who provides value to its customers after selling something. After-sale service is the point where the company’s credibility is being tested. Electronic equipment can malfunction easily at any time no matter what brand it is. Getting a long warranty period with purchase is good. Make sure their after-sale service is also good and positive. At the end of the day, though, it’s all about your home. The idea is to find a unit that will be right for your home and your needs. If you’re looking for a basic unit that will keep your family comfortable while living within a limited budget, then you will want to consider an affordable product appropriate for smaller rooms and spaces. Once you have considered these variables and weighing them against one another will ensure that you get the highest value for your money.
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