Though it may still be winter in Toronto, summer will come roaring in soon with hot temperatures and the need for air conditioning. If a homeowner's air conditioning system is old and not working efficiently, it may be time to replace it. If the home does not have central air conditioning, this may be the year to install a good system. But not all air conditioners are created equal, and there are different systems to select from. Choose a reputable air conditioning service to help.

When your home in Toronto is too hot every summer, and you are tired of your collection of bulky fans and portable air conditioning units taking up floor space in every room, it may be time to get serious about whole-house air conditioning. Look into air conditioning repair Toronto services. Using a leader in air conditioning services with a proven record is a good start.

If the home has an existing air conditioning system, a good air conditioning repair service can service and repair it before the cooling system starts when rates are lower. If the home does not have a working air conditioning system to cool the whole house, early spring is a good time to look into a new system and have it installed. When the hot summer weather hits, the home can now be comfortable for the whole family.

Some people may want to save money by installing their own AC unit. It is not so easy to do the job correctly. But, consider these points before starting:

1. Split AC units often have both outdoor and indoor components. The indoor unit must be installed on a wall strong enough to hold its weight. The unit must be securely fastened in place.

2. The wall space must be in a good location with at least 15 cm of open space around it. This allows good airflow for the AC unit.

3. This indoor part of a split AC unit must be 7 to 8 feet above the floor to cool rooms properly.

4. The aluminum bracket for the AC unit must be installed with the right tilt angle for an unrestricted flow of condensed water from the unit's drain pipe.

5. The outdoor part of the split AC unit must be located in the correct spot. It must be away from direct sunlight and water. It must have a clear location without debris or other obstructions so there is room for heat dissipation from the condenser. It must be located in the best spot to interface and connect to the indoor part of the split system.

6. Since this is a very important part of the split AC system and contains the compressor, the fan motor, the condenser, copper pipes, and more, it must be installed on a rigid, flat surface that will give the unit support. Vibration must be avoided because it will cause noise and damage to the compressor, pipes, and other components in the AC unit.

7. The location of the outdoor part of the split AC system must be the correct distance from the indoor unit. The copper pipes connecting the two units lose some cooling effect with distance. The longest distance should be less than 15 meters.

The warranty on a split AC system depends on proper installation. If mistakes are made, the warranty may not apply. Not everyone has the skills, tools, or experience to install their own split AC system.

Before the homeowner can think of installation, they must be sure they have the correct system for their home. It is imperative to purchase an air conditioning system that is sized correctly for the size of the home and its cooling requirements. If the system is too small or too large, it will not run efficiently and will not last as long as it should.

A good, dependable AC repair and supply contractor can help the homeowner choose the best system and then install it correctly in much less time than it would take the homeowner.