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I have a Trane unit which was installed in January of 2001. It has not preformed the way I expected and as of this time both the a/c and the heater have gone out. I need a unit that will last. The home is approm. 2600 square feet with a new roof and insulation.
Patricia R
Require an annual maintenance agreement for the HVAC unit that services our 1,632 square feet of office space.
Bob B
San Francisco, California
Residential
If your current home air conditioner is several years old, then you are likely stuck with an inefficient model that inflates power bills. Spending money on air conditioner maintenance and repair of your current unit can be a waste. Consider replacing your residential AC with a newer more energy efficient model that comes with an efficiency rating displayed. A one time investment can lead to monthly savings on your utility bills. Plus, newer models are guaranteed to be more reliable and better at controlling humidity.
Consider the layout of your house, including the floor area, the size of the windows, as well as insulation properties in the home before you make a home air conditioner selection. Many people assume that a large sized residential AC will cool the home faster, thus saving them energy bills. The opposite, in fact, is true. An over sized AC will cool in a short cycles, switching off every time it reaches the necessary temperature reading. This constant switching on and off can drag down the efficiency of your unit, and increase your energy bill. Besides, an over sized unit doesn't eliminate humidity, creating ripe conditions for mold infestation. A small sized residential air conditioner on the other hand, won't cool efficiently leading to constant use throughout the day. Modern house air conditioning units come with an SEER rating. This is the seasonal energy efficiency rating, and it's the recognized way to measure the efficiency of a residential central air conditioner. Ideally, a system with an SEER rating above ten is considered the bare minimum. A number of the most efficient home air conditioners are rated 14 and above
There are other things that can affect the efficiency of your house air conditioning system. For instance, placement of the AC unit, and whether it is a residential central air conditioner or a split AC system. If you need help determining the right size and type of home air conditioner for you, consult with a professional experienced residential air conditioning contractor. You can expect solid advice about an energy efficient unit for your home, as well as professional residential HVAC design, central air conditioning installation, air conditioning servicing and repairs.