Why Getting a New Air Conditioner Can Lower Your Cooling Expenses

In many parts of North America, central air conditioning is crucial to guarantee your family’s comfort during the hot summer months. Unfortunately, cooling is typically the highest expense on your monthly energy bills. 

The secret to decreasing your long-term expenses might be to install a new, high-efficiency air conditioner. This previously required a large upfront investment. Now, there new alternatives available that make installing an up-to-date, high-efficiency air conditioner in your residence faster than ever. 

We’ll give you more information about this solution in a moment. But one thing is certain, a a new, high-efficiency air conditioner can deliver sizeable energy savings over its lifetime. Here’s what to consider as you look into air conditioning replacement in the U.S.. 

Why a Greater SEER Rating is Beneficial

Every air conditioner receives a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, which measures how efficiently it uses electricity for cooling. Greater SEER ratings mean a system is more energy efficient. 

As of 2015, your new air conditioning installation is required to be 13 SEER or higher in Canada and the northern United States. If you live in the South, your new air conditioner has to be at least 14 SEER. 

For comparison, the minimum standard in the 1990s was 10 SEER, and premium air conditioners available today rank approximately 25 SEER. The Lennox Energy Calculator demonstrates that improving your 10 SEER equipment to a mid-priced 16 SEER system could save you 38% on your utility expenses every year! 

Why Figuring Out Your Air Conditioner’s Size Matters

Sizing your air conditioning accurately is also essential if you desire to decrease your monthly utility expenses. 

Air conditioning is calculated in “tons.” Sizing is crucial because an air conditioner that’s too massive or little can’t keep your family pleasant. 

An air conditioner that’s too large will frequently short cycle, which means it will have a hard time removing humidity correctly. One that’s too tiny won’t be able to keep up with demand on hot days. Both issues will leave your home uncomfortable, increase wear and tear on your air conditioner and could enlarge your energy expenses. 

When you call Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, our Experts will match you with the correctly sized AC for your home. As well as maximizing your family’s comfort, a properly sized air conditioner could lower your energy costs during the summer. 

Other Ways to Improve Your House’s Efficiency

The final way to confirm monthly savings when you replace your air conditioner is to boost your residence’s attic insulation. Merely 10% of houses in the U.S. have proper attic insulation, according to study conducted by Boston University. Having the correct level of insulation may help keep your gas and electrical expenses low and keep your residence more comfortable no matter the weather. 

Also, we recommend securing any air leaks in your residence before we carry out an AC sizing calculation. A less leaky, more insulated home may use a smaller system, saving you on your upfront investment and likely reducing your electric expenses in the future. 

Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing is Here to Help with All Your Air Conditioning Needs

Modern advanced air conditioners offer superior energy-saving opportunities. Installing a a new, high-efficiency, innovative air conditioner is now easier than ever with our Advantage™ Program. 

This program removes all the hassle out of replacing your cooling system. You can get a new air conditioner for one small monthly payment. No down payment is required. While you’re part of our Advantage Program, you’ll never have to stress about repair expenses, annual tune-ups or even air filters. It’s all covered, and you’ll receive worry-free comfort for just one small monthly expense. 

Our Experts are ready to support you in determining just how much you can save by replacing your air conditioner. To start your AC replacement, contact us at 866-397-3787 to schedule your free comfort analysis today.