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Everything You Need To Know About Air Conditioners

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January / February 2021

If you are like most South Africans, you know that our hot and humid summers can be extreme! Installing an air conditioner just might be what you need.

Everything You Need To Know About Air Conditioners

When the weather is sweltering hot, you want to make sure you stay cool throughout the day and sleep comfortably at night – and that starts with choosing the right air conditioning system. Home air conditioning systems are more energy-efficient than ever before. If you’re looking to upgrade or replace your cooling system, the current air conditioning options available can help keep you cool and save you money for years to come.

But where do you start? Selecting the right air conditioning system can seem like a daunting task. This guide is designed to help you navigate through the complex decision-making process and provide you with helpful information to help you select the right air conditioning for you and your family.

Portable air conditioning units

For occasional cooling you may consider a portable single room unit, such as an evaporative cooler or a portable air conditioner. For really effective cooling, look for refrigerant-based air conditioning units – despite the fact that they are more power hungry.

Advantages

Easily moved from room to room.

Disadvantages

Tend to be noisier than installed units.

You need to keep the window open in order to vent the resultant heat, which can be a security risk and may result in disturbed sleep due to potential noise.

Domestic air conditioning options

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