Efficiency = Running Costs

There are many variables that will affect how much your system will cost to run such as size, brand, temperature to be maintained, energy rating and the compressor type. The compressor is the component on an air conditioning system that does most of the work and so consumes most of the power. Compressors come in both inverter and non-inverter technology.

Non-inverter air conditioning operates at a fixed speed delivering a fixed amount of cooling and heating. Whilst trying to maintain a set temperature, they operate on a stop/start principal. Inverter technology operates differently. It works like the accelerator of a car, gently increasing or decreasing power.

The most efficient air conditioning systems on the market today use inverter style compressors. Choosing an inverter air conditioner means uninterrupted comfort with significant energy savings and it saves you money.

A guide to running costs and efficiency can be found at www.energyrating.gov.au

Make sure your Air Conditioning Specialist supplies, and helps you choose, the most energy efficient system to meet your needs.

Ask them to explain some expected running costs.

Ask them the best way to operate your air conditioner to minimise running costs.