When it comes to central heating and air conditioning, there are a lot of choices on the market. One of the most basic is whether you should go with a split system or
package unit. In a split system the condenser is outside and the air handler is inside. But what about with a package air conditioner? How does that work?
How a Package Air Conditioner Works
The basic reason we call a package air conditioner a package air conditioner is because all the necessary components are housed in a single cabinet. Everything you need in one convenient and easy to install package, so to speak. A package system can deliver a lot of benefits to homeowners. In order to install a split system you need space inside to accommodate the
air handler. If you don't have that, a package unit is the solution.
Package units are also very easy to service, comparatively speaking. All the really important components the service technician will need to work on are in the same place. There is no need to go traipsing up and down stairs, crawling around under a house, or sweating off the pounds in a hot attic. Which means the tech can get to the bottom of the problem faster and easier. Hours the tech doesn't spend working on your unit is hours you don't have to pay.
Simple Installation
The big reason many professionals love package air conditioners is due to the easy installation. Particularly on unit replacement, package systems are ridiculously simple. All you have to do is:
- Take away the old unit.
- Put the new package unit where the old one was.
- Connect the air ducts.
- Wire the unit.
- Leave and go get a hot dog or something.
Seriously, that's it.
More Package Questions?
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