Big Air Conditioner, Big Cooling?

When it comes to air conditioners, bigger is not necessarily better. Choosing the properly sized air conditioner will give you the best performance for your cooling dollars. A common rating term for an air conditioner's size is the "ton," and refers to its ability to remove 12,000 British Thermal Units or Btu's of heat per hour.

An oversized air conditioner costs more to buy, uses more electricity, and does not "cycle" properly. Frequent cycling means your air conditioner:

• Uses energy less efficiently.
  
  
• Removes less moisture from the air (humidity), leaving you feeling less comfortable.
  
  
• Wears out your compressor and electrical components more quickly.
  
  
• Causes indoor temperatures to fluctuate more.

Buy the most efficient, highest quality air conditioning unit you can afford, and consult a professional about the sizing. A "bargain" now can cost a lot more in the long run!

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