AIR CONDITIONING

There are 3 basic types of air conditioning: Central Air Conditioning, High Velocity Air Conditioning, & Ductless Air Conditioning.

Central Air Containing:
Air is conditioned throughout the home using a conventional air handler (typically a forced air furnace). Critical to air conditioners are the SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratings) The SEER rating is the BTU (British Thermal Units) of cooling output during a typical cooling (season divided by the total electric energy input in watt-hours during the same period). As a rule of thumb: the higher the rating – the more efficient. Central air conditioners use conventional house duct systems.

High Velocity Air Conditioning:
Can be located in attics, basement, and crawlspaces – anywhere a conventional system can be located. High velocity systems use small ducts (typically rigid PVC piping) allowing for better – leak free- air flow control. The systems are typically quieter than conventional systems.

Ductless Air Conditioning:
Designed as space cooling (and heating solutions); excellent for applications where central air conditioning may not be feasible. We often use ductless units for renovations, additions such as lofts, in-law suits, etc., and when an addition may force an existing cooling system to be upgraded. Ductless units are similar in concept to central air conditioning - where a condenser is located outside and a fan coil unit is located in the space. Ductless units are quiet and typically have high SEER ratings.