Amana ASZC18 Heat Pump Review
This 18 SEER, 2-stage heat pump offers a great warranty on top of excellent performance. It’s a popular choice in very warm climates when homeowners also want superior indoor comfort. If you choose the ComfortNet communication option – about a $500 upgrade – then the heat pump will enhance performance and efficiency by communicating [...]
Bryant Preferred Series 123A Central Air Conditioner Review
This 13 SEER, single-stage AC is part of Bryant’s second-best line, so it provides very good quality at a moderate price. It’s backed by a strong warranty. Since 13 SEER isn’t very high – there are 20+ SEER models available from Bryant and others – this unit isn’t best for use in very warm [...]
Dave Lennox Signature Collection XP25 Heat Pump Review
This 23.5 SEER, modulating heat pump is the most efficient you’ll find from the top brands in the industry. Lennox has long been a leader in energy efficiency, and this one takes the brand to the next level. Recently released, the XP25 heat pump will make your home very comfortable while slashing heating and [...]
Armstrong 4SCU13LB Central Air Conditioner Review
This 13 SEER, single-stage heat pump is a good choice for climates that have fairly mild summers. In hot climates, it often makes sense to pay more for a more efficient unit since the payback time through lower energy bills is just a few years. This Armstrong is also used where less use makes [...]
Trane XB300 Air Conditioner Review
This 13 SEER, single-stage AC is Trane’s most affordable model. Its best use is in part-time locations such as cottages or guest houses where low cost is more important than high efficiency. This unit does offer good quality, so it can be expected to last 15 years when properly maintained. It is not a [...]
Carrier Infinity 17 Model 24ANB7 Air Conditioner Review
This an 18 SEER, 2-stage AC reduces energy costs and increases indoor comfort. The Carrier Infinity Series is the top-ranked series in the industry, and this unit should work durably for 18-25 years when maintained on a regular schedule. The high efficiency and performance of this unit raises its cost, but if summers are [...]
WebHVAC May 2013 Monthly Top 10
We keep readers posted on new stories in the heating and air conditioning industry. Here’s what’s happening for May, 2013. 1. Most Americans Spent More for Heating Last Winter The statistics are now in for energy use and expenses from the 2012-1013 winter. They show a marked increase in the use of natural gas [...]
Carrier Performance 13 Model 24ACB3 Air Conditioner Review
This single-stage, 15 SEER air conditioner is Energy Star rated and a good fit for climates with warm summers that are not extremely hot or long. Carrier builds all its models with good quality and backs them with a very solid warranty. With normal maintenance, this air conditioner should work quite dependably for 17-20 [...]
Bryant Evolution 186B Air Conditioner Review
This 2-stage, 16 SEER AC is part of Bryant’s best line. It’s a good choice for warm climates without extreme heat, and it should cut cooling costs by 40% or more when replacing an older central air conditioner. This is a quality air conditioner that should give you 20 years of service when it [...]
Trane XR13 Air Conditioner Review
This single-stage, 14.5 SEER unit is an affordable Trane AC ideal for regions with mild summers. It’s also popular for installation in vacation homes, guest apartments and other part-time installations. In warm regions, choosing a more efficient AC will cut energy use and lower costs. Energy Star ratings begin at 14.5 SEER, and some [...]
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