Four Steps to Picking the Right Air Conditioner!!

Four Steps to Picking the Right Air Conditioner!!

   Have you read numerous informative articles about air conditioners, only to find them filled with technical jargon, leaving you without any clear takeaways?Did you spend the entire summer struggling to make a decision? Is this your situation?

So, how do you choose the right air conditioner? This article simplifies it with just four key points.

 

Room Size

The cooling capacity of the air conditioner should match the size of your room. If the AC's capacity is too small, it won't effectively lower the temperature, and if it's too large, it will waste energy. As a general rule, you'll need 20-25 BTUs per square foot. However, if the room has low insulation and experiences high foot traffic, selecting an air conditioner with a higher cooling capacity is necessary to ensure rapid cooling.

 

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Air circulation capacity

Air circulation capacity refers to the ability of the air conditioner's indoor unit to circulate air. The larger the air circulation capacity, the faster the process of temperature adjustment, so if you're solely looking to achieve a quicker temperature change, both cooling capacity and air circulation capacity should be as high as possible.

 

CEER (Comprehensive Energy Efficiency Ratio)

CEER is a new standard introduced by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in 2014 for rating window and room air conditioners. It takes into account the energy used by the air conditioner when it's running and the standby power consumption when the device is not running but still powered. This standard aims to provide a more comprehensive assessment to help consumers understand the overall efficiency of air conditioners. The higher the CEER, the more energy-efficient it is.

 

Noise & Price

  • Air conditioner noise can affect your sleep and relaxation. Typically, air conditioners with noise levels between 40-60 decibels are a good choice.
  • Price is one of the essential factors when choosing an air conditioner. Prices are usually related to the cooling capacity and brand of the air conditioner.
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