Air conditioners are able to cool air because of the refrigerant cycle. The compressor and condenser work together to cool air over a set (or sometimes two sets) of coils. But what happens once the air is cooled? It is pushed into the home by the system’s air handler. Both components are important to the efficiency of an air conditioning system. However, air handlers with variable-speed capacity do more than just increase efficiency: They control comfort too.

Before advancements in air handler technology, consumers could get A/C systems with single-speed air handlers only. Today, however, variable-speed options allow homeowners to get higher efficiency from the system. Have you ever heard that “whoosh” or blast of air when the A/C cycles on? That’s the single-speed air handler coming on, and it’s so loud that everyone knows about it. Variable-speed units generally transition on at low speeds, which means the fan consumes less energy. It accesses high speeds only on hotter days, saving you money on energy consumption.

That low-speed operation helps to create more control over your home’s temperature. No more will you experience that blast of cool air that creates an almost-frigid room, and when it cycles off, leaves you with a room that quickly warms up. The cycle then continues all day long. With variable-speed air handlers, those lower speeds give you control over an even cooling process.

Air handlers with variable-speed features give you a comfortable home. Quiet, low air-handler speed creates a no-noise atmosphere, and the even cooling means you never have to don that sweater.

Investing in variable-speed handlers also enhances heating in the winter. The air handler circulates air throughout the home for both the cooling and heating systems, so your winter heating bills and comfort get all the perks that variable-speed units provide.

Look into variable-speed air handlers for increased efficiency, control and comfort. The experts at Air Flex have been serving the GTA since 1994 with pride. We are happy to talk to you about your cooling needs and help you evaluate your options. Contact us anytime.

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