What UK homeowners should know before buying air conditioning
By
Aymon Bertah, live news reporter
Summary
A practical guide for UK households considering air conditioning, covering whether it's necessary in the UK climate, what to look for when purchasing, and expert advice from a refrigeration and air conditioning lecturer. With less than 5% of UK homes currently having air con but rising demand due to more frequent heatwaves, the article helps readers make an informed decision before investing.
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bskyWhat UK homeowners should know before buying air conditioningnews.sky.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledAhmed Karim, a lecturer in refrigeration and air conditioning at the College of North West London, says it hasn't traditionally been considered essential due to the UK climate.
Less than 5% of UK homes have it, but that number is set to grow as sweltering conditions become more common.
We spoke to experts to find out what you should look out for when making a purchase.
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