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Because we spend up to half our lives indoors, providing a relaxing indoor environment is an essential part of ensuring your family's comfort and well-being. That's why Air Conditioner Home is committed to carrying the best in portable air conditioners, evaporative coolers, swamp coolers, and electric fans.

 
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How Energy-Efficient is Your Portable Air Conditioner?

During the warmest days of summer, your portable air conditioner may seem like a blessing - that is, until you receive your monthly energy bill. Studies have shown that heating and cooling systems can account for over 50% of a household's electric bill, and air conditioning uses more energy than any other household appliance. The good news is that because portable air conditioners are used for personal or spot cooling and do not lower the temperature in entire homes or buildings, they can be quite energy-efficient if you know what to look for.

A portable air conditioner's EER, or Energy Efficiency Ratio, measures how energy efficient the unit is at a specific level - usually at 95° F. The higher the EER, the more energy-efficient the portable air conditioner is. If you're concerned with energy costs, be sure to calculate a portable AC's EER and use it as a deciding factor when comparison shopping. EER can easily be calculated by dividing the unit's BTU rating by its power input in watts:

EER = BTUs / Watts

For more information on portable air conditioners and energy-efficiency, see our portable AC guide.

 
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Keeping Your Home Cool and Comfortable - Different Air Conditioner Types

If you're currently exploring different cooling options for your home or workplace, it's important to consider all of your available cooling options as well as their benefits and costs. Becoming fully informed about all aspects of cooling, including window air conditioners, portable air conditioners, and central air conditioners, is the key to choosing the right cooling system. Below is a quick overview on some of the most popular air conditioner and cooling products:

Central Air Conditioners: A central AC is a type of air conditioner that works from a central location to distribute air throughout a home or building. This type of cooling system is essentially a split system; some components are installed indoors and other components are located outdoors. Central air conditioners are designed to cool entire homes and buildings. While effective, they're often costly to install and run.

Window Air Conditioners: A window air conditioner is a type of AC that's installed into a window of a room and designed to cool that specific room. They use the same technology as refrigerators. An evaporator coil cools the interior while a condenser coil releases hot air outside. Window air conditioners are much easier to install than central units, but some buildings such as apartments or offices may not be able to accommodate them.

Split Air Conditioners: A split air conditioner is another type of AC. Like a central air conditioner, a split air conditioner utilizes a split design but it's significantly easier and less expensive to install than a central system. A split AC has at least one unit that sits inside a building (usually the air handler) with the compressor located outside. Because a split air conditioner's compressor sits outside, it's usually very quiet and efficient. Moreover, since a mini split air conditioner is considered a ductless system, it usually avoids the energy losses associated with central forced air systems.

Portable Air Conditioners: Portable ACs are compact, fully moveable air conditioning units that don't require permanent installation. They usually have carrying handles and casters for portability and can be easily moved from room to room to provide spot or supplemental cooling. The great thing about these air conditioners is that they set up in minutes and are fully portable. Like all air conditioners, they also work as dehumidifiers and work great in hoat, humid climates.

Evaporative Coolers: Evaporative coolers, also known as a swamp or air coolers, use the simple process of evaporating water into the air to provide a natural and energy-efficient means of cooling. Although they can be up to 75% more energy efficient than traditional air conditioning systems, they're really best suited for hot, dry areas with low humidity.

Electric Fans: These low-tech appliances first made their appearance in the 1800's. Although simple, electric fans are still commonly used in many parts of the world to provide cooling and ventilation. They're more energy efficient than refrigerated cooling and are often used for supplemental or spot cooling.