I never realized all of the benefits to central cooling.
For years I put off investing in whole-home air conditioning because of the cost.
Despite the begging of my family, I only gave in because of a promotion offered by a local HVAC contractor. We needed a new furnace and packaging in the installation of a cooling unit was super inexpensive. Plus, by buying both the heating and cooling system at the same time, I got a huge discount on a warranty and maintenance program. Since the weather in our area is cold and wet for the majority of the year, I doubted we’d run the air conditioner all that often. I’ve since realized that I use the cooling system even when the outside temperature is mild. I simply operate the fan and it helps to circulate the air, keeping it fresher and more pleasant. Because the A/C allows us to keep the windows shut, there’s less problems with dust, pollen and exhaust fumes. Plus, the air conditioner features an advanced filtration system that traps a great deal of airborne contaminants. The house remains much cleaner and our indoor air quality has significantly improved. The cooling system helps all of us sleep better at night and I’m definitely more productive when I wake up. We no longer worry over damage caused by excess humidity, such as condensation on the windows, mold growth and warping of wood furnishings. The central cooling system was a great investment, and because of a high SEER rating, it doesn’t cost all that much to operate.