Choosing a new high efficiency ACThe efficiency of air conditioners is expressed using a measure referred to as the SEER rating. SEER is an acronym that stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The SEER rating of any air conditioning unit basically means how much cooling output the unit produces divided by the amount of electrical energy it uses. SEER rating allows anyone who is so inclined to calculate the kilowatts per hour that it would cost to operate an air conditioning unit. I’ve never met anyone who cared to calculate how many kilowatts per hour their AC unit uses. For most people, the best way to use an air conditioner’s SEER rating is to view it in relative terms to the SEER rating of other models. For example, if you were trying to decide between a 13 SEER air conditioner and a 16 SEER model, you would probably just want to know that the 16 SEER unit is approximately 20% more energy efficient than the 13 SEER unit. (about 23% more efficient to be more precise)

To make things easy for you, here is a list of how much of an increase in energy efficiency some of the most popular air conditioning units provide over a 13 SEER unit.best in window ac unitDuctless Installation: The Best Place for Your Outdoor and Indoor Split A/Cwindow cover for ac unit When installing new ductless mini-split cooling, your contractor will need to determine the best locations for your split A/C unit. ac power supply replacementThe inside component consists of a low-profile, wall-mounted air handler that incorporates the evaporator coil and system blower while the outside half comprises the heat pump components, including the compressor, condenser coil and fan. These two components are linked by an insulated conduit that conveys refrigerant back and forth.

Here are some considerations that figure into determining the best places for your split A/C unit: Mount the indoor air handler centrally so air can be evenly dispersed to all parts of the room. Make sure there is convenient access so regular maintenance such as air filter changes may be accomplished. The wall-mounted indoor unit should be on an exterior wall and no more than 50 feet from the outdoor unit. Mount the unit at least two inches below the ceiling. A three-inch hole in the exterior wall will be required to route the refrigerant line to the outdoor unit. The outdoor heat pump component typically weighs about 120 pounds and should be placed in a shady location, avoiding direct sunlight, directly behind or to the side of the home. To ensure proper air circulation, it should be obstructed by shrubbery or other vegetation. If the unit is attached to the exterior wall with stand-off mounting brackets, make sure there’s at least four inches of clearance between the unit and the wall and at least 20 inches of clear space above it.