{"id":9456,"date":"2021-06-18T03:03:30","date_gmt":"2021-06-18T08:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=9456"},"modified":"2024-08-16T14:11:08","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T19:11:08","slug":"air-conditioner-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/air-conditioner-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Air Conditioner Buying Guide: 5 Tips for Buying a New Central AC"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/air-conditioner-buying-guide\/#Your_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guide\" >Your Air Conditioner Buying Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/air-conditioner-buying-guide\/#Finding_the_Right_HVAC_Installer_is_Often_Overlooked_in_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guides\" >Finding the Right HVAC Installer is Often Overlooked in Air Conditioner Buying Guides<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/air-conditioner-buying-guide\/#Go_Beyond_the_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guide_with_Galmiche_Sons\" >Go Beyond the Air Conditioner Buying Guide with Galmiche &amp; Sons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>When it comes to finding a reliable air conditioner, be sure you find a quality one. As your air conditioner is a big investment, getting the right air conditioner for your home will impact your finances, your comfort, and even your health over the years. So, understandably, a lot of people feel lost in the weeds when it comes to buying a new central air conditioner. Thankfully, there are tons of great air conditioner buying guides out there, and the one below is a great place to start!<\/p>\n<p>After that, get in touch with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a> team at Galmiche &amp; Sons to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-is-the-best-hvac-brand\/\">buying a new AC<\/a> unit. In the greater St. Louis area, give us a call today at <span class=\"mobile_tel\">(314) 993-1110<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guide\"><\/span>Your Air Conditioner Buying Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-conditioner-buying-guide-1-300x234.jpg\" alt=\"Air Conditioner Buying Guide\" width=\"300\" height=\"234\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-9486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-conditioner-buying-guide-1-300x234.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-conditioner-buying-guide-1.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So where should you start when buying a new air conditioner unit? This air conditioner buying guide can help you make sense of it all. It starts with making sure you know what you need. How big is your home? How many people live there? How many floors? Each of these questions &#8212; and more &#8212; will impact the size and type of air conditioner you need.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<p>Find your answers in our helpful air conditioner buying guide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Get the Right Size AC<\/strong> &#8211; Sizing is particularly important and getting an air conditioner that is too large or too small for your space can lead to major problems down the road. Not to mention the wasted energy running an HVAC system that is much too big for your home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consider All Costs<\/strong> &#8211; Speaking of costs, no air conditioner buying guide would be complete without the reminder that HVAC installation costs do not just include the cost of the new unit. The installation itself, including labor and parts, should be factored into your budget.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Think About Energy Efficiency<\/strong> &#8211; Similarly, you should think about potential costs saved as well! A cheaper unit may be appealing now, but greater energy efficiency can save you quite a bit over time. Plus, there are some rebates and other programs available for certain energy-efficient HVAC purchases.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask About Warranties<\/strong> &#8211; This is another common point for air conditioner buying guides. Most HVAC systems are covered by a manufacturer&rsquo;s warranty and may be covered by other warranties as well. Many, however, are voided without proper regular maintenance. So, make sure you understand the terms of your warranty before you buy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_the_Right_HVAC_Installer_is_Often_Overlooked_in_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guides\"><\/span>Finding the Right HVAC Installer is Often Overlooked in Air Conditioner Buying Guides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/air-conditioner-buying-guide-2.jpg\" alt=\"Air Conditioner Buying Guide | Tips for Buying a New Air Conditioning\" width=\"259\" height=\"194\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-9478\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The installation team you work with can matter as much as, if not more than, the HVAC unit you choose. Improper installation can void your warranty, lead to problems down the line, and cost you a lot of extra cash. So do your research and make sure the HVAC team you work with is one you can trust.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Beyond_the_Air_Conditioner_Buying_Guide_with_Galmiche_Sons\"><\/span>Go Beyond the Air Conditioner Buying Guide with Galmiche &amp; Sons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It can help to work with an HVAC professional even before you get to the installation stage. Not only can an HVAC professional help you navigate the air conditioner market, but they can also help size your home, recommend features, and do other things an air conditioner buying guide just can&rsquo;t. To learn more about making your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a> purchase today call Galmiche &amp; Sons at <span class=\"mobile_tel\">(314) 993-1110<\/span>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to finding a reliable air conditioner, be sure you find a quality one. As your air conditioner is a big investment, getting the right air conditioner for your home will impact your finances, your comfort, and even your health over the years. So, understandably, a lot of people feel lost in the weeds when it comes to buying a new central air conditioner. Thankfully, there are tons of great air conditioner buying guides out there, and the &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/air-conditioner-buying-guide\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Air Conditioner Buying Guide: 5 Tips for Buying a New Central AC<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9486,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8,5,16,55],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9456","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-conditioner-replacement","category-air-conditioners","category-air-condtioner-selection","category-buying-guides"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Air Conditioner Buying Guide: Tips for Buying a New AC | St. Louis HVAC<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Check out our Air Conditioner Buying Guide for tips on choosing and buying the best new AC - 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