Air Conditioning Crown Point

Air conditioning is part of a building’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. In most newer buildings, it is incorporated into this system. Buildings constructed before modern HVAC systems were the norm can be renovated to add central air conditioning systems or they can be retrofitted with other, less extensive types of air conditioning.

Air conditioning has many benefits for the people who live and work inside a building. One of the primary benefits of an air conditioning system is its filter that catches pollen, pet dander, and other allergens in the air. By cleaning and circulating the air, air conditioning helps to keep a building’s occupants healthy. It can also help to preserve the heat-sensitive items kept inside the building, like electronics, wooden furniture, paper objects, and mechanical items. When they are exposed to extreme heat, these items and their components can degrade and become warped, permanently damaging them.

Air conditioning also has psychological benefits for a building’s occupants. In a hot environment, people are quicker to become angry and aggressive with each other. In a workplace, air conditioning can increase worker productivity by reducing conflicts and keeping employees sharp during the workday.

Types of Air Conditioning Systems

There are a few different types of air conditioning system available. These include:

• Central air conditioning. This type of air conditioning system is built into a building’s HVAC system. It uses the same ductwork that the heating and ventilation systems use to fully cool every area of the building;
• Portable air conditioning. This type of system can be moved throughout a building. Different types of air conditioning system can be made into a portable system, such as split systems and hose systems;
• Window air conditioning units. These small, relatively inexpensive air conditioning systems are often used in older buildings and apartments. They rest on open window sills and plug into nearby electrical outlets, providing cool air for the surrounding area; and
• Split air conditioning systems. This type of system has two components: an outdoor air compressor and an indoor air handling unit that distributes the cool air to the room where it is mounted.

The cost of installing an air conditioning system can vary widely. The national average cost of installing an air conditioning system in a home is $5,329.

Keeping your Air Conditioning System in Working Order

Have your air conditioning system serviced at least once per year. Regular servicing will keep the system running properly and efficiently, which will keep your utility bills low.

Work with an Experienced Crown Point Heating and Cooling Professional

At Naughton Mechanical LLC, we do it all when it comes to air conditioning: installing new systems, removing and replacing outdated and inefficient systems, and servicing existing systems to ensure that they continue to run properly for years to come. Contact us today to set up your initial consultation with one of the HVAC professionals on our team. We can answer any questions you have and meet your cooling needs.