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Air conditioning is one of the true modern marvels, keeping your home cool and comfortable, even on the hottest days of summer. If you're considering an air conditioner installation, your two main choices are central air or a room unit. To help you decide between them, Reading Heating & Air Conditioning, the premier furnace installation and AC repair company in Cincinnati, OH, discusses both types and explains the benefits and best uses of each.

Pros & Cons of a Room Unit

A room air conditioner is easy to install, and it's by far the less expensive option. However, its cooling capabilities are relatively limited, and it might cool only one or two rooms effectively. To cool multiple zones, you'll have to install multiple units, but this gives you maximum control over the temperature in different rooms.

It also lets you shut off cooling to rooms that are not currently in use, saving energy and reducing utility costs. It’s a good choice if you have one room staying perpetually warmer than the others, if you spend most of your time in one area of the house, or if you want AC for the bedroom to help you sleep.

Pros & Cons of Central Air

Central air Central air is more convenient than room AC because it keeps your entire house cool. It also does a better job of removing humidity, which adds to occupant comfort. However, it costs a lot more than a room unit to install and operate. It also doesn't give you the same type of room-to-room control you get from room AC.

Since air must travel through ducts, this means there is built-in inefficiency; you lose energy through the ductwork via heat transfer. On the other hand, installing central air conditioning will most likely improve the resale value of your home and make it easier to sell if you ever have to move.

To have a room unit or central air conditioner installed in your home, contact Reading Heating & Air Conditioning, the most experienced HVAC contractor in Cincinnati, OH. For more than 70 years, they've helped homeowners and businesses throughout the Tri-state area stay comfortable all year long. Visit the website to view their service area, or call (513) 821-1633 to speak with a friendly, knowledgeable technician.

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