Everything you should know before installing a central air-conditioning system

 When it comes to buying things for your home, your air conditioning unit isn’t the most exciting, right? However, knowing how to choose the right A/C unit could change the whole home environment and comfort of the users and make the whole process of home-making exciting. Central air conditioning systems are the most common in contemporary homes as it keeps the entire house cool and comfortable.

In cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru where the majority of India’s millennial population resides and works, an abode with a good Central air conditioning system installed is the first choice for them—be it in a furnished apartment or a fully-services PG accommodation.

  

Here is a breakdown of everything you should know before installing a central air-conditioning system in your homes.

What does ‘Central’ mean in the term, Central-Air Conditioning?

‘Central’ means air conditioning that is pumped from one unit into your entire home through a system of ductwork. It’s usually the most expensive type of A/C; it is also very efficient when it comes to saving energy and the money associated with it.

Why is it so popular in metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru?

a)      It is cost-efficient

A central air conditioner would use energy anywhere between 3000 to 4000 watts an hour while cooling down your entire house. Although, installing multiple A/C units in your home would draw almost the same amount of energy, however, if you plan to cool three or more rooms, the most cost-efficient and energy- efficient choice is the central unit. Three or more window units would typically use more energy than single central unit. Also, with independent units in different rooms, every time the user travels between the cooling zones, more and more cool air leaks, making the units work harder. Thus, cooling the home with the proper A/C system saves one money as well as electricity, and keeps the user completely comfortable despite the temperature outside.

b)      It operates quietly

A central air conditioning unit typically consists of two units—an indoor unit that contains the evaporator coil and is installed inside the home; an outdoor unit or a metal cabinet that contains the condenser, compressor, and an expansion valve that is located outside the home. Because of the placement of this metal cabinet outside the home space, the amount of noise produced in a central A/C is much lower as compared to the window units.

c)       It’s easier to operate and adds value

Easy to operate, once a central A/C system is installed, all the user has to do is to set the programmable thermostat and they are good to go. Further, you don’t need to keep the machine working in your absence. A programmable thermostat is a small investment that can help save you money. With the optimum thermostat, the users can set it for different temperatures at different times in the day as per the requirement.

Moreover, such a system adds value to your entire house and increases the re-selling cost. Modern and millennial home buyers look for features that make their lives more convenient and comfortable, and a central air conditioner is all about that and more.