Expert Mechanical can help you make a wise decision when purchasing a new air conditioner. Today’s air conditioners offer exceptional energy efficiency, especially when compared to units 10 years or older. They also offer many sizes, options and feature different warranty coverage. You should expect the lifespan of an air conditioner to be at least 10 years or longer if properly serviced and maintained.
We will go through the advantages and disadvantages of various air conditioners and explain the following:
Depending on the installation requirements, we always try and show you 3-4 different air conditioning systems from affordable basic models to more expensive units with higher warranties and efficiencies.
For many people price will dictate the choice, however, you can imagine that top of the line models have some outstanding options and cool features as well as higher energy saving efficiencies. We’ll try and help you understand what system works best for your needs and budget.
Choosing the best air conditioner also requires that the unit is sized accordingly to the cooling requirements of your home. Buying an over-sized or under-sized air conditioner will cost more to operate, need to be maintained or serviced more frequently and shorten the lifespan of your air conditioner.
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is a measurement rating used to measure the efficiency of air conditioners. Basically, the mathematical formula used is the ratio of cooling in BTU (British thermal unit) to the energy consumed in watt-hours.
SEER is easier explained by use of an example. If an air conditioner has a rating of 10 SEER (typical for air conditioners 10 years or older) and is compared to an air conditioner rated at 16 SEER, the higher SEER unit could reasonably reduce your energy bill up to 50%. A significant saving!
Why then don’t most people choose the highest SEER AC unit? Of course price is most often the determining factor. You need to consider how long it takes to offset the extra cost of a higher SEER air conditioner compared to a lower priced, lower SEER model. In some cases the extra cost savings make it a worthwhile choice.
We can install any model of air conditioner, however, we highly recommend Goodman air conditioners. Goodman lives up to its name in a big way, with time-tested energy-efficient technology, highly-durable materials and excellent manufacturing.
SEER Rating
The higher the SEER of your unit, the greater its efficiency – and the lower your operating costs.
10 YEAR
PARTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
Energy-Efficient Scroll Compressor – Designed to provide years of reliable cooling comfort, it provides up to 14 SEER cooling performance for lower energy bills compared to lower SEER compressors.
Single-Speed Condensor Fan Motor – With an advanced fan design, it provides dependable, quiet airflow across the condensing coil.
High-Efficiency Two-Speed ECM Condensor Fan Motor – With an advanced fan design, it provides dependable, quiet airflow across the condensing coil.
Efficient Cooling Capacity – Five millimeter, refrigeration-grade premium copper tubing, and aluminum fin condenser coil configuration deliver outstanding heat transfer properties with R-410A, chlorine-free, refrigerant.
Heavy-Gauge, Galvanized Steel Enclosure Cabinet – A louvered cabinet protects the coil, while its appliance-quality, post-paint, baked enamel finish protects your system from outdoor elements.
Factory-installed In-Line Filter Drier – Protects the refrigerant system from dirt and moisture for longer service life compared to units without filter driers.
SEER Rating
The higher the SEER of your unit, the greater its efficiency – and the lower your operating costs.
10 YEAR
PARTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
High-Efficiency Scroll Compressor – Designed to provide years of reliable cooling comfort, it provides up to 16 SEER cooling performance for lower energy bills compared to lower SEER compressors.
Single-Speed Condenser Fan Motor – With advanced fan design, it provides dependable, quiet airflow across the condensing coil.
Efficient Cooling Capacity – Five millimeter, refrigeration-grade premium copper tubing and aluminum fin condenser coil configuration deliver outstanding heat transfer properties with R-410A, chlorine-free, refrigerant.
Heavy-Gauge, Galvanized Steel Enclosure Cabinet – A louvered cabinet protects the coil, while its appliance-quality, post-paint, baked enamel finish protects your system from outdoor elements.
Factory-Installed In-Line Filter Drier – Protects the refrigerant system from dirt and moisture for longer service life compared to units without filter driers.
10 YEAR
UNIT REPLACEMENT
LIMITED WARRANTY
LIFETIME
COMPRESSOR
LIMITED WARRANTY
10 YEAR
PARTS
LIMITED WARRANTY
SEER Rating – The higher the SEER of your unit, the greater its efficiency – and the lower your operating costs.
Next Generation Copeland Scroll™ Two-Stage Compressor – Designed with fewer moving parts and consuming less energy compared to reciprocating compressors, the compressor uses chlorine-free R-410A refrigerant and will provide years of reliable cooling comfort. The compressor provides enhanced performance with a revolutionary two-step capacity design. At lower speed, the unit runs longer to help reduce indoor humidity and supports consistent indoor temperature control. The higher speed provides full cooling capacity on the hottest days of the year. Combined, both speeds help deliver steady and consistent cooling compared to single-speed compressors.
ComfortNet™ Communicating System Compatible – Continuously monitors the system’s operating performance and allows remote control of the system as an option.
Copeland ComfortAlert™ Diagnostics – Advanced diagnostics constantly monitor your air conditioner system, reducing failures and pinpointing trouble spots for a fast fix.
Heavy-Gauge, Galvanized Steel Enclosure Cabinet – A louvered cabinet protects the coil, while its appliance-quality, post-paint, baked enamel finish protects your system from outdoor elements.
Factory-Installed In-Line Filter Drier – Protects the refrigerant system from dirt and moisture for longer service life compared to units without filter driers.
Quiet Operation – An acoustically engineered sound control blanket helps reduce noise levels compared to units without sound control blankets.
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Understand the benefits of high-efficiency air conditioners
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