Recent Requests
My central air is not cooling; I've had freon put in the unit and I was told I may need to replace my entire unit; I would like an estimate.
Tina L
We want to install central AC to the home. The house has its heating system (furnice/ducts etc). Please contact us ASAP. Thank you.
Chris K
Oakland, California
Elliott Air Systems, Inc.
Residential
Your home air conditioner can account for between 40 to 60% of your energy bills. An optimized home air conditioning system can actually help you save energy and reduce your power bills. Unfortunately, many home owners make their residential AC purchase blindly without taking into consideration the house layout, weather, and other factors that affect energy usage.
If you are considering purchasing a new residential AC, make sure that you buy one that's the right size for your home. An air conditioner that's too small will not be able to cool quickly, and you may need to have the system switched on throughout the day, even on those days when the cooling requirement is not that high. This drags down your energy efficiency. On the other hand, a home air conditioning unit that's too small is likely to run in short intermittent cycles, switching itself on and off whenever the desired room temperature is reached. A small AC can also increase humidity levels inside the home, and create damp conditions that foster the growth of mold. Where you place your AC can also make a difference to the energy efficiency of your house air conditioning unit. For instance, placing a unit on a window ledge with foliage and plants clustered around the back of the unit can drag down energy efficiency. You'll also need to make a call on whether a central air conditioning unit or split system is a right fit for your home.
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) that is displayed prominently on every home air conditioner is the best measure of the system's energy efficiency. Look for a residential AC with a higher SEER. If you have trouble selecting the right kind of home air conditioning unit for your home, trust the advice of a reliable and professional residential air conditioning contractor. A home AC technician will not only give you sound advice about the size and type of AC for your needs, but will also undertake residential central air conditioner Installation, HVAC ducting, maintenance and repairs.