The very nature of a sunroom makes it difficult to control the temperature within. However, if you choose to use your room as a four seasons room, there are a few things to consider in order to enjoy your time there.
·     ADD A FAN. If you use screens in the summer to open it up to the cool breezes, then you may want to install ceiling fans to circulate the air. This simple improvement will make the temperature seem cooler.
·     INSULATE THE ROOM. If you have a sunroom with fixed glass, first be sure that it is a good thermal grade, to help improve the efficiency of climate control in the room. If you have the option of insulating the room well, do so.
·     USE YOUR EXISTING SYSTEM. If your home has a ducted heating and air system, it may be a simple task to add a duct or two into the room, bringing the readily available system to the area where you need it.
·     CONSIDER A DUCTLESS SYSTEM. If your current system is already taxed or if you simply don’t have one, then you may want to look at a ductless system. Installation is less complicated and usually less expensive than having a technician climbing around in your crawl space. If you size the unit properly, you can add other rooms or zones in the future. For instance, if you don’t have central AC and use window units to cool the living room and bedrooms, you may be able to get rid of those units and install one ductless system to independently control each area.
·     ZONE CONTROLS: You can then also use the new room units to heat the spaces. Zone heating and cooling is the most efficient type available. If you aren’t going to be in the bedroom for the next 15 hours, turn the temperature ten degrees warmer or cooler, and bring it back to your preferred temperature just before you plan to be there. If the sunroom is only used on weekends, then let it hover at a less desirable temperature until you need it. You will find that you can save money on every power bill. This is why the return on investment for ductless systems is so high. Efficiency is everything when you are investing in your home. It is great for your comfort as the owner as well as the resale value if you decide to sell.
If you have a central unit, but it is getting older, you may want to go ahead and size the main compressor unit for the house, and eventually, add the rest of the areas when your central unit wears out.
The professionals at Daycool Heating & Air understand your time and money are precious. All of our installers and technicians are trained on a regular basis to stay up to date with the changing HVAC laws and rules. We are NATE Certified and are in great standing with ACCA. We service the Mobile and Baldwin County, Alabama areas. Our top priority is customer service. We are available 24/7 if you need us, call 251-633-5121. You may also visit us on the web at www.daycoolair.com and like us on Facebook for tips and tricks to keep your AC and home running smoothly!
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