5 Things To Consider When Selecting The Best Air Conditioning Brand

1. Lifespan - How Long Can The Air Conditioner Last

This is one of the most crucial considerations when choosing an air conditioner brand. The life-span of an air conditioner, or for how long it lasts, has a strong implication on a home owner's running costs.

Earlier systems actually have the tendency to last for a longer period-- sometimes 20 years. However, with the development of much more sophisticated electronics being incorporated into today's air conditioners, this is no longer the case. This holds true for any kind of electrical home appliance-- not simply air conditioner systems.

Different brand names differ in quality and durability. Even within the same brand, each unique model of air conditioner has it's one-of-a-kind idiosyncrasies.

A fast search on Google will generate numerous beneficial insights. This might be the best way to determine which brand is more durable - based on the experiences of other customers.

When doing your research, it's best to research for genuine comments by actual customers as opposed to the info posted by air conditioning companies-- which could be biased.

Typically, the more recent models of air conditioners provide at least 5 years service warranty on parts, labor and compressor-- with some manufacturers offering a little more.
So what's the best way to decide on the most effective air conditioning brand name based on durability? A viable approach would certainly be to talk to a specialist at AC by Florida Comfort Systems. we have actually worked in the air conditioning sector for a long time and certainly have the field knowledge and experience to offer some great ideas on which brands are last longer.

 

2. Power Efficiency - How Much Power Does The Air Conditioner Need

While durability may not have improved much for most brands over the years, energy efficiency is one area that every air conditioning brand name has actually improved over the years.

Current day top branded air conditioners have typically obtained the highest energy star score in the market. The leading brand names generally feature a 5-7 star rating-- which significantly minimizes the amount of power required by the air conditioner.

Inverter designs are generally the good choice. Air Conditioners with the Inverter feature have the ability to power down to a lower consumption mode when the thermostat sense the room has actually been cooled down to a pre-specified temperature.

3. Efficiency - How Effectively The Air Conditioner Cools A Space

Cooling performance of various brands can differ substantially. Even new models of the very brands could have wide ranging degrees of performance.

Generally, most air conditioners would do adequately well for regular sized rooms. If it's enclosed, especially. The real test happens when you attempt to cool down an open hall, or a large space.

Depending upon the power (BTU) of the fan coil or wall unit & compressor, an air conditioner model's cooling radius can vary dramatically. The larger the compressor, the bigger the cooling radius.

Check with friends or online customers reviews on which brand delivers the best cooling performance. People who have used different brands-- and who have experienced a not so good performing model-- KNOW for sure which brand not to go for.

Once more, talking with an installer at AC by Florida Comfort Systems is still a wise choice. We' ve been in the industry for many years and know the ins and outs of many brands and models. 

4. Special Features - Extra Functions That Are Unique To Each Brand

This is another essential factor to consider when selecting an air conditioner brand. Modern day technology has enabled the newer air conditioning models to come with flashy new functions. Some of these consist of:

Extensive Timer Controls - Preset on and also off times, and also running durations for each area.

Zoning - Divide your residence into various zones and present environments for every area!

Advanced Climate Control - Precisely regulate the temperature for each and every room

WiFi/ Remote Access - Turn on your heater or air conditioner 5 minutes prior to you get to home!

When choosing your air conditioner, ensure you compare all the attributes supplied by each brand! It's quite a fun exercise!

5. Reputation & Support

Of course, this point goes back for years. Solid brand names are established over years of top quality as well as a tested performance history. Once again do your very own research and figure out which brand name matches you a lot more.

Having a strong track record in the industry implies that major brands have actually stood the test of time, as well as have actually consistently delivered on quality, durability and customer satisfaction.

Based on these 5 key points, and some careful research, you should be able to pick out a good brand best suited to your needs.
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Four Ways to Lower Your Home’s Humidity

During summertime in Naples, the atmosphere can grow steamy. Even indoors with the air conditioner running, the air can sometimes become sticky. But the relative humidity is important for personal comfort –high heat combined with high humidity hampers your skin’s evaporation rate and makes you feel sweaty. That’s one reason why it’s important to keep the humidity in your home lower than 60% – preferably 30-50% – in the summer. So if the air in your house is feeling a bit muggy, here are four ways to lower the humidity.



Check for leaks. A simple way to decrease humidity in your home is to seal any leaks in exterior walls and surfaces. Visually inspect windowsills and door frames and hold your hand near them to detect any air currents. Replace worn weather-stripping and caulk or otherwise fill any cracks to keep your air-conditioned, dehumidified air inside. Also, check how well-sealed your clothes dryer’s exhaust pipe and vent are. This is one humidity source that homeowners often forget to periodically review. But if your dryer vent is leaking inside the house, it’s adding a lot of heat and humidity to the atmosphere. So make sure its exhaust outlet is tightly sealed.

Install exhaust fans. Daily activities such as cooking and showering add considerable moisture to your home’s atmosphere. If your kitchen and bathrooms are not adequately ventilated, that moisture stays in the house. This not only increases the humidity – it also can cause health concerns like mold and mildew and structural concerns such as wood rot. So, if you don’t have them, consider installing exhaust vents in these rooms.

Promote air flow. If only certain rooms feel stuffy, you can try stand-alone fans to provide better air circulation and decrease humidity levels in those areas. But remember, to save on energy costs, only use fans, including ceiling fans, in occupied rooms. Fans cool by removing moisture from the skin. If no one is in the room, there’s no reason to run a fan. Also remember that in summer your ceiling fans should rotate counter-clockwise to draw cooler air up from the floor and distribute it through a room.

Have your HVAC inspected and maintained. Your air conditioner doesn’t just cool your home – it also removes moisture from the air. Leaks in your HVAC ductwork or an AC unit that is not functioning at peak efficiency will not only allow the humidity to creep higher in your home, it will also cost you more in cooling costs. That’s why it’s a good idea to have AC by Florida Comfort Systems do an inspection of your HVAC twice yearly.

If you are concerned that your home may have more serious humidity issues, AC by Florida Comfort Systems offers humidity control service. Call at 239-774-5501.

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Know Your Filters

The air conditioning filter

is one of the most important air conditioning parts in the air conditioning system. Without it, your air conditioning system would be dirty and the air you breathe would be filled with pollutants. All air conditioning parts, from the duct work to the air conditioning refrigerant, need the air conditioning filter to be clean and replaced to ensure you're getting the very best in central air conditioning.

If an air conditioning filter is left dirty,

over time, it can lead to higher energy costs and short equipment life due to all the air conditioning parts relying on each other. One can not work without the other. Overall, your heating and cooling will not be as effective and you will need to invest in more air conditioning repair and air conditioning maintenance.

An air conditioning filter should be changed every month or every two months for home air conditioning systems and every couple of weeks for certain commercial or industrial air conditioning since it's running almost 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Doing this as a routine in your monthly chores and not waiting until you see dust matted on the air conditioning filter will ensure you and your family the very best health as well as a smooth running air conditioning system . Dust particles can not always be seen so even if you see a little dust on the air filter , clean it as you normally would.

Since there are a variety of air conditioning filters , how quickly one gets blocked versus another depends on the brand - most air conditioning filters are sized 1 ½ to 2 square feet for each ton of capacity for a home or commercial property.

You can judge a filter's ability to clean by using MERV ratings - Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value - which is a rating of how efficient an air conditioning filter is from 1-12. The higher the rating, the more effective it is at removing particles such as animal dander, pollen, dust, mold and other allergens, and the better the protection for your air conditioning equipment . Most air conditioning filters screen out particles measuring from 3 to 10 microns in size.

The common types of air conditioning filters are:

1. Conventional fiberglass disposable filters (1" and 2"): These are common in most homes and small industrial air conditioners and commercial air conditioning systems. Since they are disposable and have an adhesive coating that traps the dust, you should not clean the filters . This may damage the filter's ability to remove particles by damaging the adhesive coating and/or the underlying mesh work. They are both not as effective as other types of filters even though they are lower in cost.

2. Pleated fiberglass disposable filters (1" and 2"): The 1" are generally used in many residential and commercial settings and are made of materials that can vary in the effectiveness. Usually, they are more densely woven to increase the efficiency of removing dirt. These have a larger surface area to lead to increased trapping of particles as compared to conventional filters. They must be specified for your air conditioning system or this can lead to increased demand on your air conditioning components. Thereby, a mismatch can be counterproductive on the health of the air conditioning system and possibly lead to higher air conditioning maintenance and service cost. You should check with the air conditioning manufacturer as to the appropriate type of pleated filter for your system. A filter spray can also be applied after the cleaning and drying of the air conditioning air filter .

3. Electrostatic filters: Different in design and performance, since there are so many varieties, it is rather difficult to determine which is the most efficient. They are commonly advertised as allergy-free air conditioning filters. These filters also come in the 1" and 2" sizes. Air that moves through the filter creates a static charge that collects any dust in the filter. They may require more cleaning and more blower power.

4. Electronic filters : Connected to an electrical power source and usually wall mounted, electronic filters come with a pre-filter that can collect larger particles and only need to be cleaned every six months.

5. Carbon filters : These filters contain carbon that can control any odor problems you might have within the air conditioning system . They can also be useful in homes with pets. 
Air Conditioning Filter Installation

When placing the appropriate air conditioning filter in to the system, the filter should be placed in the correct direction as indicated by the arrow located on the side or face of the filter. Air should flow in the proper direction which is in the same direction as the arrows. This allows the filter to work appropriately, as the air exits the filter in the most reinforced part of the filter.

The air conditioning filter should fit tightly. A perfect seal is necessary to prevent unfiltered air from entering and damaging your air conditioning system. Without a perfect seal and appropriate sizing, the filter is useless. Additionally, the non-conventional filters may have a higher efficiency and may not fit your system. This should be checked with an air conditioning company, contractor, or air conditioning supply company.

If you are not sure what type and size filter your home needs, call AC by Florida Comfort Systems at 239-774-5501 and we will be happy to help.

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Denny Martin
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