Warranty-This is one of the most basic aspects of an air conditioner. The underlying reasoning here is that if a company is not going to stand by its goods, why should you? Put plainly, do not purchase any air conditioner attached to it that has a mediocre warranty. A 1 year full unit warranty covering parts and labor is the very minimum bare bones you can look for.

Adjustable or Oscillating Louvers-They can help guide the air more uniformly across the space where you want it to go or actively disperse the air. It is important to remember that it is easier for nearly all window air conditioners to funnel air to one side than to the other. Before you make your purchase, bear this in mind while contemplating the location of the device in your house.

Variable Speed Fan-Quest for an air conditioner with a minimum of 3 configurations. Adjustable fans tend to monitor the performance of noise levels and devices.

Digital Display and Automatic Controls-Allows you more accuracy within a 1 degree radius in reaching your comfort zone. You can also search for a Remote Control if you have electronic controls, which is a perfect air conditioner feature for units located in larger spaces.

Timer for 24 hours-Certain units do have a timer for 12 hours, which is ridiculous. Being able to remotely set up an air conditioner would assist it to perform at its highest efficiencies and run only when you are home. This is a major money-and-headache saver in the long term.

Filters and Air Purifiers-Do not care about units with filters that are impossible to uninstall and disinfect when they are not going to do it. For proper and efficient service, a clean filter is necessary. Instead of replaceable ones, search for washable filters.

Many units will act as air purifiers and also boast ionic cleaning systems. Ionizing the air will improve your filter’s efficiency (because it's clean), so bear in mind that if you have a device using this air purifier technology, you can frequently sweep or dust your room to ensure maximum cleanliness.
Quiet Mode-One of the key considerations that customers weigh when ordering is the noise level of an AC. Units run at a comparative whisper with this environment to have more warmth than just cooling.

Functionality of dehumidifier-Certain ac's will act as a dehumidifier only. This function will certainly offer sustained warmth during the late spring and early fall months when keeping your home cool is not as important.

Heat Pump Mode-It is possible to operate certain systems in reverse, essentially turning them into a heat pump. A positive feature, while not really important, if you live in a region with mild winters, it is pleasant to have it. On units with larger BTU outputs, this is usually available.

Over the years, air conditioners have improved a lot and some do a lot more than just cool the air, as some would imagine! Here is a short rundown that distinguishes the gimmicky bells and whistles from the must-have functions. When purchasing an air conditioner, there are a number of choices to be made. This post is Part 1 of 2 on the characteristics of air conditioners and how to find best ac to buy.

Chassis Form-If you are trying to purchase a room unit, you should know that there are fixed and slide-out types of chassis straight off the bat:

Fixed chasses are the most common and are normally lighter and are seasonally added and removed. When you see a traditional window air conditioner, they are what you think of.

Typically, a slide-out chassis is used on through-the-wall units and operates through a wall sleeve, but often they can be used in window applications too. With a slip out-chassis, it is easier for the user to retain or replace their window air conditioner.

BTU Output-It’s the cooling power of an ac. It is important to choose the right amount of BTU production for your room to ensure that the peak efficiency capacity of an air conditioner is met. A machine that is too heavy will not dehumidify properly and an underpowered unit will fail to do its job. Most units will tell you outright how much square footage they will accommodate, but these generally round up 1,000-2,000 BTUs in order to ensure profits and to ensure that a business brand does not look "underpowered" to be humiliated. Many people ask outright, "What size do I need air conditioners?" In fact, there are a number of things to remember here, which are outlined in Part 2 of this series.

In order to apply for this certification, Energy Star Ranking-AC units must be at least 10 percent more energy efficient than the recommended federal government requirements. Although this does not actually have a major effect on the upfront premium charged versus the residual maintenance costs at smaller cooling capacities (5,000 to 6,000 BTUs), it saves you cash at greater cooling capacities.