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Choosing the perfect air conditioning unit can be quite challenging. To help you make a well-informed decision, here are a few useful tips from the specialists at Endeavour Air Conditioning.

The Types of Air Conditioners

There are three basic types of air conditioners that you can choose from:

The Split System

This air conditioner is perfect for compact spaces, and cooling or heating rooms in your house. In split system units, the compressor is set up outside your property, and a separate indoor unit passes the air into your home.  The two main advantages of the split system are:

• Economical – You are buying and setting up a single unit at a time. These systems are energy-efficient compared to other systems.
• Selective – You can choose to install this system in any room.

The Multi-Split System

These systems require a single compressor to run several air conditioners throughout your house. The three main benefits of installing a multi-split system include:

• Comfortable, convenient, and economical
• The climate of each room can be controlled as needed
• With a single outdoor compressor, you can select up to five individual units for rooms. This includes wall-mounted, duct-connected, celling-suspended, cassette-type, or floor-standing units.

Ducted

This air conditioning system offers all-in-one climate control. It has an outdoor unit and another indoor one with flexible ducting that effectively cools or heats your rooms via vents. Here are the advantages of ducted systems:

• Can be tailor-fitted for a new or existing house
• Quieter than other air conditioning units
• Aside from the controller and grilles, the rest of the components are not visible.
• Adds to the value of your property
• You maximize energy efficiency
• You can also zone-control your house.

Selecting the Right Air Conditioning Capacity

There are several factors that you have to take into account while calculating the exact capacity you require, it includes:

• The size of your room – the height, length, and width
• The size and positioning of the windows and glass doors. Large windows let in a lot of heat during summers
• Insulation of the floor, walls, and ceiling
• The type of room – living room, bedroom, or kitchen
• Shading and curtains on the windows
• The local climate

Besides, you will also have to choose whether you require an inverter or non-inverter model and whether you need cooling, heating, or both. Since there are so many aspects to consider while selecting an air conditioning unit, its best to get help from experts like us at Endeavour Air Conditioning. Feel free to call us at (02) 9199 0372 or send us your queries through this Contact Us form, and we will respond shortly.

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Once they’re installed, homeowners often forget carrying out routine maintenance of their air conditioning units. They become appliances that are taken for granted. Most people believe that the systems will work perfectly well without proper care.

At Endeavour Air Conditioning, we believe that besides preventing and minimising problems later down the track, routine maintenance of air-conditioning units has several other payoffs as well, including:

• Lower energy consumption means reduced electric bills
• Reduced maintenance costs in the lost run
• Cooler and cleaner air

Tips for Air Conditioning Maintenance

1. Filter Cleaning

When the filters of air-conditioning units are blocked or obstructed by debris, it decreases the intake of air into these units. It increases the power consumption to compensate.  Routine cleaning of filters ensures that the air runs smoothly through the unit. In turn, this helps to keep electric use down to a minimum.

You will need your AC to perform optimally during the summer months. For peak energy efficiency have the air filter cleaned every two weeks. Here are a few tips on how to clean the filter:

• Use a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust in the filter, or wash the screen in warm water. If it’s excessively dirty, use some natural detergent as well. Note- You should avoid using hot water while cleaning the filter.
• Dry the filter, but keep it away from direct sunlight.
• Change the air purifying filter every three years, and wash it in water every six months.

2. The Cooling Fan

To keep your energy consumption down to a minimum, regular cleaning of the cooling fan (at the back of the unit) is essential.  Once summer starts, inspect your fan for dirt and contact a licensed professional to have it cleaned if you notice any.

Maintenance of Exterior Air Conditioning Units

• Use a soft cloth to clean the air outlet and exterior. Use warm water and add natural detergent to clean dirt build-up. Dry your air-conditioning unit using a dry cloth.
• Avoid using harsh cleaning agents, sponges, or cloths to clean the exterior.
• Only use warm soapy water for cleaning purposes.

These simple maintenance tips can go a long way in ensuring that your air-conditioning system functions well right through the summer. For any more information, feel free to call Endeavour Air Conditioning at (02) 9199 0372 or send us your queries through this Contact Us form, and we will respond shortly.

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