Recent Requests
Need to have my air condition unit inspected for service
Robert B
I need to replace my AC unit. I built the home 15 years ago and I still have the same unit. The unit stopped working in September. I have a 2-story, 2100 sq ft. home and of course I want a good unit for an affordable price.
Lynette W
Providence, Rhode Island
Platinum Home Services, Inc.
A & I
Residential
If you have noticed inflated energy bills, it may be due to your home air conditioning system. Your residential AC can take up a large chunk of your home energy bills, in many cases as much as 60% of the bill. Fortunately, it's easy to enjoy cool and inexpensive comfort with your home air conditioner, provided you make the effort to research residential air conditioning systems before making a choice. Many people however, put very little thought into buying a home air conditioning unit, with the result that they find the energy efficiency of their home at an absolute low.
While buying a house air conditioning system, always make sure you buy the right size of unit for your home. A home air conditioner that's too large will cool quickly, but switch off as soon as the room reaches it's desired temperature. After a few minutes, the unit switches back on again, and continues in this manner throughout the day, leading to energy wastage. When your home is cooled in a series of short cycles, the unit can't remove excessive moisture in the air. Humidity levels are affected, and the damp conditions create a perfect home for mold to grow. A residential air conditioner that's sized too small will not be able to cool efficiently. You may have to keep the unit switched on throughout the day, even on days when you don't need 24 hour cooling. Always look for the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating on the unit before you make a selection. You can expect to pay a higher price for a residential air conditioning system with a more energy efficient higher SEER rating, but you can make up the costs with the lower operating expenses within a few months.
If you are confused about the kind of home air conditioning unit to buy, trust the advice of a residential air conditioning system contractor. We can help you connect with the best residential HVAC contractors in Providence. Our home air conditioning companies are qualified to handle residential central air conditioning units, air conditioning system repairs as well as HVAC maintenance.