Here are the two most popular types of air conditioners that are available on the market along with their advantages:

Central air conditioners

The energy efficiency of central air conditioners is measured with a unit called SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio). The higher the SEER of the central air conditioner the better it is. If you replace an older air conditioner with a new 12.0 SEER unit, you can lower your cooling costs by around 30%.

High-velocity air conditioners

Older homes cannot install central air conditioners until they are redesigned completely. For such homes, purchasing a high velocity air conditioner is a perfect option as these units can be added anywhere in the house. Even if you do not have the necessary ductwork, you can install high velocity air conditioners. High velocity air conditioners are also denoted by the name “mini duct system”.

Features that you should look in an air conditioner are:

•    Filter alerts
•    Remote controls
•    Energy saving option
•    24- Hours timer
•    Easy-clean filters
•    Noise insulation