Air Conditioner Options for Your Garage Conversion
So you’re thinking about converting your garage into a relaxing space as an addition to your house? Many people are doing so as it’s not only a fun and exciting project, but can add a fresh dose of character to your home. Of course a project like this requires plenty of preparation. Though we can’t turn you into the ultimate handyman, we can help you prepare to complete the conversion by making sure you can weigh all of your garage air conditioner options.
Besides the fun stuff for the game room or man cave you might be building, you need to make sure that you plan for an air conditioner as one of your most pressing priorities. Without it, your new room can be a lot less fun to be in during warmer months. There are a few options to weigh when thinking about what kind of air conditioner is best for your converted garage.
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- You can connect an existing air duct from your house to the walls of your garage. This will only work if the garage and the home are connected and have a conveniently accessible duct that can be connected to your garage. This is definitely a job for someone with professional knowledge, so consult with a specialist from Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning to find out if this is a potential option for you.
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- Install a ductless air conditioner, also known as a mini-split system. This type of air conditioner works on its own condenser situated right outside the garage. The indoor AC mounts to the wall near the ceiling. A mini-split system is also a type of packaged HVAC system, which allows you to get an air conditioning system that can handle your heating needs in the winter months as well.
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- Purchase a window air conditioner. If connecting an existing duct is not an option and the room isn’t that big, this could be a good solution. However, there are a few downsides to this method. It is not the most efficient for evenly distributing air, and is not the most efficient for energy usage. If there is not an existing window, a window air conditioner will leave a big hole in your wall that could look inviting to a determined thief.
If you’re ready to press on with your garage conversion project, make sure your air conditioner needs are properly met. After all, a new part of your house should feel just as comfortable as every other room. Give the pros at Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning a call at 954-736-4314 or schedule an appointment online today.