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A/C units/baseboard versus central air/heat?
We have been looking around at houses and I'm curious as to which would be cheaper. An A/C unit in the living room and bedroom (with a spare that doesn't get used much except for occasional guests in other rooms), not running very often as we like to have the breeze through windows and can use regular fans.
Or central air where its constantly maintaining a temperature though we only need a room or two to be a comfortable temperature.
I'm thinking the a/c units would be better, but would like some thoughts on both.
A/C units are not for trailer trash, as I see many advantages over using A/C units versus central air. Thanks for not properly answering my question as well.
BTW I'm looking for cost effectiveness, thank you.
3 Answers
- gas manLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
window units,way less to buy and less to run
Source(s): 38 years master hvac tech - Anonymous1 decade ago
Generally the insulation in your house and the degree it is sealed will make the biggest difference. Widow air conditioners have different ratings by the make as well as the size for the room they are in. When you use whole house conditioning, the walls will stay at an even temperature as well as just heating/cooling the air. Baseboard heaters are also affected by the insulation of the walls and floors. Heat is drawn to the cooler areas much easier than to the air surrounding it, so we come right back to the insulation factor again. Most buildings designed for baseboard heat have 6inch walls. If you opt for heated floors, electric wires or pipes under the subfloor, you must insulate the floor so that the heat isn't drawn by the cooler area. When using window air conditioners, if you are in direct sun, the unit will not perform as efficiently as it would in the shade.
- ?Lv 41 decade ago
Easy on the put downs guy, I cant believe you just threw that one out there.
Source(s): You're right, theres nothing wrong with window units, And I've met some very nice people who live in trailers along the years as I service heaters and air conditioners all day, and sometimes everyday. You also have a very valid question. Ive had both, but I would prefer the central units with ductwork and all.
