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What to Look for in a Window Air Conditioner

The market is absolutely saturated with window air conditioner brands and models that make a prospective buyer’s head spin when looking for a unit, yet a thorough inspection of unit specifications cross-referenced with buyer requirements would actually narrow down choices to a mere handful. Air conditioner owners who end up being satisfied with their purchases are generally-but not always, since there is always the possibility of dumb luck-aware of several important things that others are not, including the formula for calculating BTU requirements from their units, the meaning of EER, and the like. Knowledge of these can help you join the few who are able to find the right cooling unit for their purposes without having to go through several failed attempts before getting to the best one. Continue reading

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Facts to Consider While Buying Camping Heaters

Camping heaters are portable heating options that are used to warm up the tent of campers. The unit of measuring the power of a camping heater is BTU (British Thermal Units), the standard measurement of heat output. A heater with a higher BTU will produce more heat than the one with a lower BTU. Camping heaters use an array of fuels like propane, unleaded gas, camping fuel, electricity or battery. By following a few useful tips in choosing and using the heaters in camps, you are rest assured of a safe deal. Continue reading

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8, 10, 12, Or 14,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner?

“How much power do I need?” is probably the most basic question when evaluating portable air conditioners. I get many other questions, like “does it have to be vented outside?” (yes, or into the attic), and “what about drainage?” (many have auto-drain systems). But the most frequent and perhaps most important question regards sizing. It is not as easy a question to answer as it may seem. Continue reading

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Choosing the Right Air Conditioner Unit for Your Home

When it comes to choosing an air conditioner unit, large is not always the best choice. The choice of unit size depends on the floor area of the room to be cooled. Before buying an air conditioner, it is smart to know the BTU requirement of your home. Continue reading

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Portable Air Conditioner Energy Considerations

The two main factors to consider when evaluating the energy efficiency of air conditioners are BTUs and Wattage. The BTU rating is how much heat the unit can remove over one hour in standardized conditions, meaning how well it cools air. Continue reading

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