Choosing an Air Conditioner — Practical Advice

So far your intention to buy an air conditioner exists mostly as a desire, and it's worth gradually delving into the subtleties of the range — there are many brands, and you should choose a model that best matches your specific needs. You can fully trust advertising only if you know all the pitfalls, namely the pros and cons of each individual model. You can simply buy an air conditioner, or you can choose the best one, and probably no one would argue in favor of a thoughtful approach. It would be rash to equip a production facility with a household air conditioner, where fundamentally different capacities are required. So, the very first thing you should do is decide on the type of air conditioner, which directly depends on the type of premises.

If we're talking about an apartment or a private office, a country house or a small office, you won't find a better solution than a split system. Indeed — compact, neat, and quiet. The system's capacity is calculated based on the room area and some other factors — whether the room faces south or north, and the presence or absence of many household appliances that heat the air.

It's a completely different matter when it comes to a system for offices, a restaurant, a club, or a supermarket. In the latter case the air-conditioning system is truly grand and of enormous power. Much also depends on your budget. As they say, there's no limit to perfection. You can buy a budget model that only cools the air, or you can install air conditioners that, in essence, will function as a climate system — not only cooling but also cleaning, humidifying, and even ionizing the air.

The capacity of the air conditioner largely determines not only its price but also the level of noise it produces. An overly powerful system for a small room is unnecessary — it is unjustified both economically and operationally. If you compare several air conditioners of the same type but in different price ranges, the more expensive and prestigious the model, the quieter and less noticeable it operates.

Before making the final choice and heading to the checkout, calculate once more all the pros and cons, since an air conditioner is not installed for just one season, and a properly chosen model will serve you for a long time, providing the level of comfort in which you feel most at ease.