Alternatives to window units

[Steven Bays]

I am interested in a quad which uses a boiler. Installing central air would be basically impossible and the units have window AC. Are there any alternatives or is it window unit or bust? Moreover, if the window unit is my only option, how have you made it look more appealing from the curb as well as the inside?

[Bill Gulley]

Look into a split ductless HVAC units, they go through the wall, very efficient and should cost much less than central systems.

Window units? Build a lattice screen outside that clear the top of the unit, leave plenty of breathing space, a couple feet so you can get in there to clean it too. Add another foot if you put ivy or other climbing vines/flowers of the screen. It can be more efficient by keeping the AC in the shade too by taking it higher and it looks nice, from inside or out. . :)