Window Air Conditioner Buying Guide

Does the temperature in your household or room need some shifting for the better? Well, then maybe you should be looking into purchasing a window air conditioner. Window air conditioners are mounted in a window or a wall and are excellent choices for smaller rooms. These units can be installed without professional help but we recommend that they are.

This buying guide will help you familiarise yourself with the product so you can buy the perfect portable air conditioner to suite your requirements.

Size

When it comes to sizing for your window air conditioner it is rated in kilowatts (kW). This is measure by the capacity of the room and the cooling or heat required and its energy consumption. Therefore, the amount of kilowatts you will need depends on the size of the room and the amount of heat/cool you want to be realised in the environment. This can be determined with additional factors including, sunlight, windows, weather conditions and existing insulation.

Generally all air conditioners suggest room size to match the kW rating. However, an additional way to work out a suitable split system air conditioner for you, you will need to measure the intended floor space in cubic metres and generally require 145 watts per square metre for an average sized room. If you are still unsure, please don't hesitate to call your customer service team on 1300 000 500.

Features

Window air conditioners not only offer a cooling system but some models come with reverse cycle. This is when they can both cool down or warm up your space. This option is a great and affordable solution so you don't have to buy a separate heater for the winter. Some models can also offer a dehumidifier system, air purifiers, and fans. These features help decrease indoor pollutant levels. This kind of adaptability means portable AC units can provide comfort in a variety of environments.

Other features that come with a window air conditioner include:

If you are a person who cannot stand the heat in summer, then a window system air conditioner is a perfect buy for you. Instead of opening all the windows up to cool your house down and inviting the insects and mosquitos in, a window system AC can help resolve this issue.

Please feel free to contact our customer service team for any queries on a window air conditioner. Call us on 1300 000 500.