There are a lot of choices these days when it comes to choosing a type of air conditioner for your home. Many factors need to be considered, including the size of your home, what kind of energy efficiency you seek and what type of system you feel would work best for your property. One of the types of air conditioners Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., installs frequently is known as a packaged air conditioning unit, and it may be a good option for your Arlington property.
What Is a Packaged Air Conditioner?
A packaged air conditioner is one in which all the components – the compressor, condenser, evaporator and blower – are all housed in a single unit. This unit is typically placed outdoors, but it can also be placed on a rooftop, in a crawlspace or in an attic space. The ductwork goes directly to the unit.
What Types of Packaged Air Conditioners Are Available?
There are 4 main types of packaged air conditioners:
- Traditional packaged air conditioner – as described above, has a single cabinet that houses the whole system
- Packaged heat pump – a packaged heat pump system offers both heating and cooling in the same unit
- Packaged duel fuel – this type of packaged system offers heat pump cooling in the summer, and heat pump heating for fall and spring. When the temperature goes below freezing, this unit will utilize either gas or propane to heat your home
- Packaged gas/electric – a packaged gas/electric system uses electricity to cool during the warm months and gas to heat during the cold months
What Are The Benefits of a Packaged System?
- Packaged units are self-contained
- Can cool (and heat) large spaces easily
- Easier to repair
- Flexible placement
Is a Packaged Air Conditioner Right for You?
The best way to determine if a packaged air conditioning unit is the best fit for your Arlington property is to work with a trained professional. As we mentioned above, many factors need to be considered when choosing a new air conditioner, and it helps to have the experience and advice of someone who does this kind of work every day.
Call Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., today and schedule an appointment with one of our trained professionals to see if a packaged air conditioning system is right for your home.