Split AC
Check dimensions, installation needs and the manual. Consider future access for these service tasks:
- Indoor coil and filter cleaning
- Drain-line blockage checks
- Fan motor and sensor diagnosis
- Installation assessment
BUYING GUIDE · FIT YOUR HOME
How to Choose a AC for Your Home
Choose capacity from a room heat-load assessment, including size, sun exposure, ceiling height and occupancy. A split unit needs an outdoor location and pipe route; a window unit needs a suitable opening. Compare the energy label, noise and service access.
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Start with your household
Write down what you need the appliance to do, how often you will use it and the space available. Measure the installation space and delivery route, including doors, stairs and lift access. Allow the clearances specified for the model.
Separate must-have functions from extras. A more complex appliance is useful only if its features match your routine. Check the water connections, ventilation, electrical supply and installation requirements before buying.
Understand the different types
Window AC
Check dimensions, installation needs and the manual. Consider future access for these service tasks:
- Filter and coil cleaning
- Fan and thermostat checks
- Drainage inspection
- Compressor starting diagnosis
Inverter AC
Check dimensions, installation needs and the manual. Consider future access for these service tasks:
- Error-code assessment
- Inverter board inspection
- Temperature sensor checks
- Outdoor communication checks
Cassette & floor-standing AC
Check dimensions, installation needs and the manual. Consider future access for these service tasks:
- Access and capacity assessment
- Drain pump inspection
- Airflow checks
- Model-specific service feasibility
Compare more than the purchase price
Running costs and capacity
Compare like-for-like capacity and the applicable energy label. Actual running cost depends on use, settings and installation. Look at usable space or workload rather than only an advertised capacity.
Repairability and support
Check manufacturer warranty terms, local support and spare-part availability for the exact model. Ask whether major assemblies can be serviced separately. Keep the invoice, installation details and manual.
Plan the installation
Confirm location, clearance and connection requirements before delivery. Old connections or cabinets may not fit a new model. Agree who will install it and what the installation charge includes.
Care after purchase
Let cleaned filters dry fully before reinstalling. Keep outdoor airflow clear without climbing or reaching into the unit. Avoid frequent on/off switching and have persistent icing investigated. Cleaning intervals depend on dust, usage and the exact model instructions.