Monday 30 April 2012

Looking Through AC Reviews

Summer’s here and no matter what part of the country you live in, you need an air conditioning system. Some of you may be considering just one ac for your bedroom, others multiple to keep the whole house cool. Well, these days there are so many different types of air conditioners available on the market for sale that it is difficult to zero-in on the one that is ideal for your cooling needs. So how do you decide on what to buy? A good start can be to check out some models at your local electronic appliances store or the nearest mall. Once you are familiar with a few brand names and know how some of the systems look, try searching online for some AC reviews. Reading AC reviews can give you a clearer idea of what brands to consider, what to look for in a cooling system, how energy efficient the various brands are, what are the latest features some companies offer in their products, and so on. You may have to go through a few reviews to get all the facts, but you are bound to be thankful you did so.

Reviews can definitely give you a rough idea about the products and brands, but it still won’t point out exactly what you should buy. That is a decision you will need to make on your own. Many buyers even go through review after review and come out more confused than ever. Probably because they have no idea what aspects they need to look for in an air conditioning system. Here’s where it gets simple. All you need to do is follow the tips below.

The first thing you should do is take measurements of where you want your AC to be fit in the room. If you are unclear about the precise location, at least have a rough idea. The size of the unit and its capacity should be top priority when looking at any prospective model. This also means you will need to decide beforehand whether you expect the AC to cool just the room it is fit into, adjoining rooms as well or even the entire house. It may be wise to realize that the wrong size can be a disaster in this case. If you get a small unit for a big space, you will end up keeping it on for longer and run up your electric bills. On the other hand, if the unit is too big for a small space, it can make give a damp and humid effect rather than cool and crisp. To know the size best suited for your requirements, take the cubic metres measurement of the entire room (floor, ceiling height, and window areas) and ask an air conditioner sales person what size unit you might need.

Second on your priority list should be the cost factor of the unit. The price competition in the market is fierce, so do not be surprised if the difference in price between two similar products is not great. Also beware not to base your decision entirely on this factor. You may want to consider the brand name and reputation. You could also make a few calls and ask friends or family what brand they swear by. In case you are not totally sure about your choice, go to the official online website of the company and compare prices, services, features, etc before you buy.

Another aspect to take under consideration when reading AC reviews is the energy efficiency of the unit. Nowadays this is represented by stars on the product. A five star AC is the best, as it saves you energy and in turn money in the long run.

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