Consumer Reports recently stated, “More than 75 percent of U.S. homes use air conditioning, and 90 percent of new homes are equipped with central air.” If you are considering installing or replacing your air conditioner, then you know that there are few other luxuries that can add to your quality of life more than AC. However, installation is also one of the most expensive home improvements you will make. Therefore, it pays to do your research and call your Kissimmee air conditioning installation professionals at All Temp to help you choose wisely.
Central Air Conditioning
A central air conditioner distributes cool air throughout the house. It has three parts: a condenser unit, an air-handling unit with a blower and an evaporator coil, and a ductwork system for exchanging room air with chilled air. The condenser is usually outside. The air handler with the evaporator is generally placed in the attic or garage. The ductwork is channeled through the attic and walls throughout the house. It uses refrigeration technology to cool the air.
Split Ductless Air Conditioner System
The most common type of central air conditioning is the split system. However, not every home is able to accommodate the ductwork that is needed. If that is the case for your home, a split ductless system is an option. It has an outside condenser like that of a traditional system, and it has between one and four indoor blower units that are mounted high on the walls of the rooms they are designed to cool. Tubing is used to connect the units and circulate refrigerant. It is run through a hole and hidden behind each indoor unit, along with both an electric and drain line. As the name illustrates, these systems do not need ductwork. Therefore, they are easier and less expensive to install.
Heat Pump Air Conditioners
Heat pump air conditioners supply both heating and cooling. When it is hot outside, the heat pumps move warm air from your home to the outside. When you need to heat up your home, it does the opposite. These systems are generally used for cooling for an average of seven months a year.
Choosing the right system can be difficult. If you are considering a new unit for your home, contact the Kissimmee air conditioning installation professionals at All Temp for help in choosing one that best suits your home.
