Air conditioning is particularly popular in businesses, though there’s no reason why you couldn’t also install it at home. With an AC unit, you’ll have better control over the temperature of your building, particularly in warmer weather. There are many reasons why you might need to keep a premises cool, and air conditioning is a great solution. Keep reading to find out what things you need to consider before booking your installation.
Which Size Do You Need?
By size, we mean the ability that your system has to cool the air. Your unit will have more or less ducts depending on the size of the room, the location of the unit, and the thermal efficiency of the room. Therefore, there’s little use in referring to the physical size of the unit. However, you always need to have an adequate size of air conditioner for the room. Otherwise, you’ll be wasting electricity and won’t achieve the cooling effects you need.
Our team of air conditioning experts can examine your room and decide how many kilowatts your system needs to be.
How Much Space Do You Have?
The physical size of your unit is important when you’re considering how much space you have. Air conditioning systems need space to be placed both inside and outside. The inside portion will need to be placed somewhere that allows the most amount of air to flow. The outside portion needs enough ventilation to ensure it won’t overheat. Both sections need to be close enough to each other to maximise efficiency. If there’s too much distance, you may need to add an additional refrigerant. If this is the case, one of our engineers can advise what the best solution will be.
Running Costs For Air Conditioning
Air conditioning is typically more expensive to run when it’s cooling rather than heating. This is because it requires less energy to generate heat than it does to cool the air. To get the most out of your AC system, ensure you’ve picked the right size for your location and choose one with the best possible energy rating. Regular servicing and maintenance will also help your system be more efficient.
Air Conditioning Maintenance & Repairs
Like any mechanism, air conditioning will require repairs and maintenance on occasion. If you’ve got a commercial system, it’s worth arranging a long-term maintenance contract to ensure your system is taken care of regularly. Planned maintenance ensures that your system runs smoothy and can result in an extended warranty of up to 5 years, depending on your manufacturer.
For Air Conditioning, Choose L McGowan Refrigeration Engineers
If you’ve decided to install an AC unit, get in touch with our team today. We’d be happy to survey your property and discuss your individual needs. Our team can supply and install your unit and carry out regular maintenance on a one-off or contract basis throughout the year.
