5 things to know about buying & caring for air-conditioning
The summer is approaching and it’s time to look for an air conditioner if you don’t already have one. It’s very important that you keep the following facts in mind once you decide to purchase an AC.
1. What’s the Montreal Protocol got to do with my hot summer season? There’s an international treaty – The Montreal Protocol on Substances That Deplete the Ozone Layer. The treaty, which dates to 1987 and has been amended seven times since, is a prescription to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of a number of substances believed to be responsible for ozone exhaustion.
2. Ditch the chlorine, restoring the ozone. The new industry standard demands to be a chlorine-free coolant that goes by the catchy name of R-410A, which happens to be a zero-ozone depletory.
3. How much energy efficiency can you afford? Since energy costs have jumped up 50 percent in the last five years, you’ll want to pay attention to energy consumption. Switching to the updated coolant systems could improve your energy efficiency by as much as 45 percent.
4. Money back for making a difference. Pay attention to rebates and tax incentives when it comes to upgrading your environmentally friendly factor. One Web site that shows what’s available in your locale is the Database of State Incentives for Renewable & Efficiency.
5. Don’t skimp when it comes to installation and maintenance. Make you’re your technicians are certified experts as per the industry standards. That’s one way to ensure you’re getting the most efficiency out of your cooling system. And the best times to schedule your air-conditioner check up is early spring, after the long winter’s rest.