The sweaty summer is on, and the temperature is increasing with it. And that’s why home appliance like AC has become very important in every house now. Besides, the market is now thriving with different brands of ACs. Among these, choosing the right AC for your home is sometimes difficult. However, if you keep only 6 things in mind before buying an AC, this task will become very easy!
Room Size:
Depending on the size of the room in which the AC will be installed, the right size of AC should be selected. If you buy an AC that is smaller than the room, it will not be able to cool the room properly. On the other hand, buying an AC that is larger than the room will consume more electricity and cause temperature fluctuations.
Generally, AC is of 1, 1.5, or 2-ton size. Among them, 1 ton for a 120 sq ft room, 1.5 tons for a 180 sq ft room, and 2 ton AC for a 240 sq ft room is suitable. However, besides knowing the size of the room, it is important to take care of the size of the windows, how much sunlight can enter the room, and the height of the ceiling. After knowing these details about the room, a decision can be taken by discussing it with the AC seller or a professional.
AC type and power saving:
Two types of ACs are commonly used in homes – ‘Window’ and ‘Split’. Split AC compressors are of two types, non-inverter, and inverter. Currently, inverter technology-based ACs are becoming popular considering the various benefits. Inverter compressors of popular global brands are capable of saving up to 50-70 percent of electricity compared to non-inverter ACs. At the same time, this type of AC is environment-friendly and helps to save additional costs.
It is important to check if the AC has a high Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating or not. Through this rating, it is known how much electricity and money will be spent on operating the AC throughout the year. A good SEER rating means that the AC will be energy efficient in the long run and will not cost extra.
AC Price:
The price is an important factor in buying an AC. In that case, you have to decide your budget at the beginning, then go to the store and see which is the best AC in your budget. Non-inverter ACs generally start at 300$ while inverter technology-based ACs start at 500$.
Cooling Speed:
If you want an AC that can cool a room very quickly, look for a higher British Thermal Unit (BTU) rating. More BTU-based models can cool the room much faster, and they also save energy. Recently, some AC brands have come up with fast room cooling technology, with the help of large fans, wide inlets, and wide blades to cool the room 30-40 percent faster.
Installing and maintaining AC:
AC should be installed by a professional technician. If not installed properly it can cause complications in AC performance; Besides, it can increase the cost of electricity and also pose a threat to the safety of the home. Also, to keep the AC working well, you need to know about its maintenance time. Also, need to know in detail about the after-sales service of the AC brand. If properly installed and maintained, an AC can last a lifetime. And for this, it is necessary to install the AC by a skilled technician.
Features of AC:
In this era of constant innovation, new features are being introduced to enhance performance and customer experience. The air conditioner is equipped with an easily cleanable air filter to ensure a clean air supply to the room. Besides, there are ACs in the market that will match your preferences and tastes. How quickly a room cools down depends on the cooling speed, which has also become important when buying an AC.
Apart from knowing about all these features, the functions of the AC remote control should also be checked. The innovative function-based remote control will take your AC usage experience to unique heights.
For example, Samsung has recently introduced a feature in the AC remote control that shows both the current room temperature and the set temperature in the AC. It is now easy to understand how long the room is cooling, and the settings can be changed accordingly to ensure maximum comfort.
AC can be bought very easily if these things are taken into consideration. Keeping these things in mind will satisfy your needs as well as ensure comfort and tranquility.