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A Guide to Buying and Operating an Air Conditioner This initiative is part of Living in Brisbane 2010 – a vision for our city’s future REDUCE NOISE, AVOID COMPLAINTS AND COSTLY MISTAKES Air conditioning- making the right choice Buying and installing the right air conditioning system for your home can save you money and reduce noise pollution. Air conditioners can cause noise impacts on neighbours if not selected, located and installed properly. In some instances, Council can issue on- the-spot fines, or direct that the air …

Things to consider before you buy There are a number of simple low cost things that you can do before deciding to buy an air conditioner. These tips will reduce the cost and ongoing operation of the air conditioner, reduce potential noise complaints and make your home a more comfortable place to live. • Make sure the house is well insulated. • Paint the exterior of your home in a light colour to reflect heat from the sun. • Select a light-coloured roof. • Consider the use of vegetation or awnings to screen windows from the western sun. • Considering these simple steps before you buy may reduce the size of air conditioner needed to cool or heat your house

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