What is a Central Air System?

A central air system is a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system that uses ducts or pipelines to circulate air through your home. Window units or room heaters, warm or cool one single room, but central air conditioning systems warm or cool the entire house. The system mainly has a central unit and a system of pipes that move air to every room.

The biggest advantage of the central air system is that it covers the full area. No more hot bedrooms in the summer or cold corners in winter, central air systems are all about  temperature control through every area of your house.

Benefits of Central Air Systems

• Comfort All Year Round

Central air systems are heating and cooling systems, thus they are one solution for every climate. During hot summer months, the air conditioner operates, and during cold winter months, the furnace or the heat pump provides the heat.

• Energy Efficiency

Central air units today are built with energy-efficient technologies that allow you to reduce utility bills. Unlike their previous iterations, newer units consume less electricity while delivering better performance. Not only does this save you money, but it also reduces your carbon footprint.

• Even Air Distribution

A well-installed system guarantees that every room in your house gets the same level of comfort. This is especially useful for large houses or buildings with more than one floor, where differences in temperature can be an issue.

• Better Indoor Air Quality

Central air systems generally have air filters and humidity control that draw dust, allergens, and excess moisture out of the air. This benefits the living area to be healthier for you and your family.

• Quiet Operation

Central systems are also quieter than loud window units or portable heaters. The central unit is typically placed outside or in a utility room, and the noise factor is reduced.

When Should You Upgrade Your System?

Even the most perfect systems will have a life that can not be avoided. If your current HVAC system is between 10–15 years old, you may have to change your system: 

The following are some signs that a new system is needed:

• Your system frequently faces issues or needs to be repaired.

• Your bills are increasing with no rise in usage.

• Some rooms in your home are warmer or cooler than others.

• You notice some sounds coming from your system.

If your answer to these questions is yes, a new central air system is what you need for comfort and saving in the long term.

Professional Installation Matters

Putting in a central air system is not a project to do yourself. It is a work that requires being done by experienced HVAC technicians. Proper installation makes the system work at good performance and avoids any failures in the future. Our Ideal Air Mechanical technicians are certified to handle all the steps of the process, ranging from helping you choose the right system to installing it in an efficient and correct manner.

We also make time to guide you through how to use your new system and how to take care of it so that it continues to operate smoothly. Our goal is to make the complete process simple and stress-free.

Maintenance Tips 

Maintaining your central air system regularly is important to get good performance. Here are some simple pointers:

• Change or clean the air filters, every 1-3 months. 

• To make sure your system is at its best performance, schedule expert tune-ups around once a year.

• Make sure there is no blockage or dirt around the outside unit.

• Tightly seal the doors and windows to reduce the strain on your system.

Maintaining your system for many years to come can be greatly improved by taking these small steps.