Cool Decisions

If you are considering purchasing an air conditioning unit for your home, the options can appear to be overwhelming- central air, ductless split, heat pump, geothermal- not to mention the glossary of terms needed to understand SEER, cooling load and decibel levels. For consumers looking to cool a single room in a home, apartment or condo, a room air conditioner might be what you are looking for. You can buy these at most home improvement stores and are usually installed in a window. For whole-home cooling, central air conditioning is the most common choice. With this option, the same ductwork which is used with your furnace is used with your air conditioner. If your home does not have existing ductwork however, a ductless unit would be a great alternate. It is a good idea to do some research regarding the products you are considering, and sometimes the easiest way to determine what you need is to speak with an experienced heating and cooling contractor. They can offer a free consultation and review your options with you. For more information, visit www.northernairclimatecare.com.