Santa Ana, CA Professional AC Installation Services
Whether you are replacing an existing AC unit, doing a makeover of all your AC units in your house or simply having a new AC installed in your new home, this job is best done by HVAC professionals. Record-breaking summer temperatures in recent years have homeowners across the country calling on AC professionals to install and maintain air conditioning equipment.
Air conditioners cool a house, filter out pollen and dust, remove moisture from the air, help people sleep better and prevent electronic devices from breaking down. Due to our modern lifestyles and our technological needs, the days of air conditioners being a luxury are over. In today’s day and age, they are considered to be more of a necessity. They have also sorts of benefits and they are even able to save lives in certain instances.
Some think getting air conditioning is not within their budget. But today, high efficiency systems coupled with smart thermostat devices can cool homes more efficiently than ever. There are many types of air conditioners and you can learn more about them below.
What types of units should you consider for your AC installation?
Nowadays there are many different air conditioning options available to choose from. The numerous choices may be overwhelming to some but for others they like having more choices. The AC installation that will work for your home depends on different factors such as your home size and personal preferences. The most widely recognized kinds of cooling units are explained underneath.
Split System
The condenser coil is located in an external panel in this device, and usually the indoor evaporator coil is located in the utility closet. This system uses ductwork and vents to move cool air around the entire home. For homes that don’t have built-in ductwork yet, it may be a costly expense to have such a system installed there. In the long run, though, installing this system may be an affordable option thanks to smart thermostats and an energy-efficient design.
Packaged System
The condenser, evaporator, and compressor are all fixed in packaged systems on roofs or concrete slabs close to the home. This system also utilizes ducts and vents for efficient performance. This unit may also have heating elements that will remove the need to have an additional furnace.
Heat Pump
Depending on the season, heat pumps take indoor air and turn it into either cold or hot air. These units work best in areas with milder climates, as their range of operational temperatures is more limited. However, for locations with greater temperature fluctuations, a geothermal design can be effective.
Evaporative Cooler
Swamp cooler is the term that is sometimes used for such kind of air conditioner. Swamp coolers pull outdoor air in through moistened pads, cooling the air as the moisture evaporates. These systems can be effective in dry climates, and direct evaporative coolers also add needed moisture to the home. But when there is a certain level of humidity in the home it will start to have a lower efficiency.
Ductless Mini-Split System
You’ll find that these systems are used more extensively in other countries than here, but they are a good option if your home is an older one that lacks ductwork and can’t easily be retrofitted to add it. While there is an individually controlled blower in each room, the condenser/compressor unit is installed outdoors.
This gives people who live in the home more control over cooling each room rather than the entire house. But if the owner of the home wants the entire home to be cooled during the summer then central air conditioning may turn out to be the more affordable option compared with using ductless mini-split system fans in the different rooms in the home.
Remember to regularly service your new unit.
Newly installed units should be serviced at least once a year for efficient performance. For improved performance, identifying wear and tear, replacing parts and cleaning your unit should be conducted by an AC professional. Regular tune-ups of AC units help to prevent it from breaking down suddenly during summer time when it is crucial that you have air conditioning in the home.
Most new air conditioners have a life expectancy of approximately ten years before replacement is needed. However, it’s a good idea to have your next model chosen before your current one runs out of life so that you’re not left without an AC for very long. Efficiency normally gets less as a unit gets older. Once you obtain another device you will get better performance from it.
