Why Getting a New Air Conditioner Can Decrease Your Energy Bills

In many areas of of North America, central air conditioning is essential to ensure your loved ones’ comfort during the hot summer months. Unfortunately, air conditioning may be the largest expense on your monthly electricity bills. 

The secret to decreasing your ongoing costs could be to get a new, high-efficiency air conditioner. This used to require a large upfront investment. Now, there new options available that make purchasing an up-to-date, high-efficiency air conditioner in your home easier than ever. 

We’ll give you more information about this option in a little bit. But one thing is true, a a new, high-efficiency air conditioner can provide substantial lifetime energy savings. Here’s what to think over as you explore air conditioning replacement in the U.S.. 

Why a Greater SEER Rating is Worth It

Every air conditioner gets a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, which measures how efficiently it turns electricity into cooling. Higher SEER ratings mean a system is more energy efficient. 

As of 2015, your new air conditioning installation must be 13 SEER or greater in Canada and the northern United States. If you reside in the South, your new air conditioner must be at minimum 14 SEER. 

For contrast, the lowest standard in the 1990s was 10 SEER, and top-of-the-line air conditioners offered today reach approximately 25 SEER. The Lennox Energy Calculator demonstrates that upgrading your 10 SEER equipment to a mid-priced 16 SEER system could save you 38% on your air conditioning expenses each year! 

Why Determining Your Air Conditioner’s Size is Critical

Sizing your cooling system accurately is also important if you hope to reduce your monthly electrical expenses. 

Air conditioners are measured in “tons.” Sizing is essential because an air conditioner that’s too large or little can’t keep your family comfortable. 

An air conditioner that’s too massive will often short cycle, which means it will have difficulty removing humidity accurately. One that’s too tiny will fall behind with demand on warm days. Both problems will leave your home too hot, increase use of on your air conditioner and could increase your energy expenses. 

When you hire Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, our Experts will match you with the right-sized AC for your home. Besides maximizing your loved ones’ comfort, a properly sized air conditioner can lower your utility costs every month. 

Additional Methods to Increase Your Home’s Efficiency

The final method to confirm monthly savings when you buy a new air conditioner is to boost your home’s attic insulation. Merely 10% of houses in the U.S. have adequate attic insulation, according to study completed by Boston University. Having the correct amount of insulation can help keep your utility bills low and keep your residence more comfortable regardless of temperatures outside. 

We also recommend securing any air leaks in your residence before we do an AC sizing calculation. A more leakproof, more insulated house may need a smaller system, saving you on your upfront investment and likely decreasing your cooling costs later on. 

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

Modern advanced air conditioners deliver excellent energy-saving solutions. Replacing your old air conditioner with a new, high-efficiency, innovative air conditioner is now easier than ever with our Advantage™ Program. 

This program removes all the hassle out of getting a new air conditioner. You can get a new air conditioner for one small monthly payment. No down payment is needed. When you join our Advantage Program, you’ll never have to stress about repair bills, annual service or even air filters. It’s all included, and you’ll enjoy stress-free comfort for just one reasonable monthly expense. 

Our Experts are available to support you in determining just how much you can save by getting a new air conditioner. To begin your AC replacement, contact us at 866-397-3787 to book your free comfort analysis today.

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