Heat wave? Advice on where to place your air conditioner
Air conditioners can be a great way to keep homes and workplaces cool in the summer, but the position of the unit matters.
Heatwaves have brought temperatures into the triple digits across the United States this summer, and for many communities, more heat is coming their way as August approaches. One of the most common solutions is to install an air conditioner in our homes to keep them cool. However, not all places in our homes are optimal for an air conditioner, and placing it in the right position could save you money by more efficiently cooling your home.
Where is the best location in a house to place the air conditioner?
Understanding the role of energy efficiency in the correct functioning of appliances is crucial, especially during the scorching summers in the US. This knowledge empowers homeowners to make informed decisions, particularly when dealing with constant high temperatures during heat waves.
One website, “The Air Conditioner” or “El Aire Condicionado” in Spanish, advises consumers about their units. When it comes to finding the right place for the unit, the experts recommend placing it in an area with good ventilation. Additionally, one should consider where any water generated by the device will drain to avoid any damage to walls or flooring.
What advice can be given for placing air appliances indoors?
- First of all, the unit should be placed in the highest area of the room, so that the air does not directly affect the residents.
- The units should be in the area where people often congregate or stay in for extended periods of time like a living room or bedroom.
- One can consider placing a unit over a door as to facilitate the movement of cool air into multiple areas of the house. Additionally, thought can be given to locations in the house where it will be able to cool more than one area, aside from doorways.
What are the worst places in the house to install air conditioning?
Just as we’ve discussed the best places to install an air conditioning unit, there are a few locations where placing it would not be recommended.
- There can be problems when placing a unit in a kitchen because if the extractor is turned on, it can carry away the cold air generated by the appliance and the grease and smoke it produces.
- The hallway may seem like a good place, but it is not ideal since the air might become stagnant and not cool down the house or its residents.
- Do not place the air conditioner near air currents or heat sources, as this may cause variations in temperature measurement at its location.
Happy summer, and stay cool!