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Understanding SEER Ratings and What They Mean for Your AC Efficiency

Understanding SEER Ratings and What They Mean for Your AC Efficiency

 
Understanding SEER ratings is crucial when evaluating the efficiency of your air conditioning (AC) system. The professional and highly skilled team from A-Plus Quality is here to help with your HVAC needs. Here’s what you need to know about SEER ratings and their impact on AC efficiency:
 
What is SEER?: SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. It measures the cooling output of an AC unit over a typical cooling season, divided by the total electric energy input during the same period. In simpler terms, SEER indicates how efficiently an AC unit operates.
 
Higher SEER, Greater Efficiency: The higher the SEER rating, the more energy-efficient the air conditioner. For example, a unit with a SEER rating of 20 is more efficient than one with a SEER rating of 14. Higher efficiency translates to lower energy consumption and reduced utility bills.
 
Minimum SEER Standards: The U.S. Department of Energy mandates minimum SEER ratings for new AC units. As of 2023, the minimum SEER rating is 14 in the northern states and 15 in the southern states. This ensures that even the least efficient units meet a baseline standard of energy efficiency.
 
Cost vs. Savings: While units with higher SEER ratings are more expensive upfront, they offer significant long-term savings through reduced energy bills. Investing in a higher SEER unit can be cost-effective over time, especially in regions with long, hot summers.
 
Environmental Impact: Efficient AC units with higher SEER ratings use less electricity, which reduces the demand on power plants and lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Choosing a high SEER unit is an environmentally friendly decision that contributes to sustainability.
 
Choosing the Right SEER: Consider your climate, usage patterns, and budget when selecting an AC unit. The team at A-Plus Quality can help you choose the right SEER rating for your needs, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
 
By understanding SEER ratings, you can make informed decisions about your AC system, maximizing efficiency and savings. For expert advice and installation, trust the team at A-Plus Quality.

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  • Why should I maintain my Furnace or AC?

    An annual maintenance will extend the lifetime of your heating and cooling unit. The technician will diagnose and repair any problem with the unit before it fails, so you won't need to worry about any problems when the weather gets very hot in the summer or extremely cold in the winter.

  • Furnace is blowing cold air in Winter?

    This can be due to Ignition lockout, sometimes could be resolved by resetting the power  and if this does not resolve the issue you should contact a certified gas technician from A-Plus Quality to get this problem resolved!

  • Why is there ice building up on the copper pipes?

    There can be many reasons why the refrigerant pipes are freezing up but the most common issue is low refrigerant levels. If your AC unit has ice buildup turn off the unit for at least 4 hours and call us at 416-410-0337

  • Most common Boiler Issues

    - Boiler fails to ignite
    - Low pressure
    - Strange Noises
    - Boiler is not responding to the thermostat
    - Cold Radiators
    - Boiler leaking or dripping
    - Boiler cycling very fast
    - Available Hot water but No Heat

  • What are mini-split advantages?

    Just as the name implies, a “mini-split” system is a “split system” however available in smaller capacities, for single room to whole house conditioning. Mini-split systems may range from as small as 9,000 BTUh per hour, comparable to say, a small window AC unit, for individual room use, up to 4 and 5 ton capacities for “Room By Room” (also known as “Zoning”) and whole house conditioning. With near universal design, mini-splits are “heat pumps” which provide both heating and cooling for a home. Here are key advantages when compared to traditional split systems:

    Efficiency- Mini-splits are highly engineered systems which offer attractive operating efficiencies, in many instances, eligible for utility company rebates.
    Heat Pump- Most mini-split systems are heat pumps, providing year-round comfort.
    Solar friendly- Due to very low power requirements, mini-splits are an ideal complement to “Net Zero Energy” homes, or any home using renewable power.
    Carbon footprint- Mini-splits are 100% electric, with zero operating emissions of any type.
    Zoning- Most mini-split manufacturers offer systems capable of room-by-room “zoning”, to account for peak demands of a room based upon construction type, exposure orientation and usage.
    Variable capacity- Mini-splits are typically DC inverter driven. That is, a variable speed compressor which modulates in proportion to instantaneous demand. Most conventional split systems, by comparison, operate with an ON-OFF strategy. (Would you use an ON-OFF switch as the accelerator in your vehicle?)
    Location, Location, Location!- Mini-split outdoor units are compact; they can be located far away from noise-sensitive areas, such as bedrooms and home offices. Mini-split indoor units have the ability to be installed where conventional systems cannot.
    They’re perfect for additions and remodels where access to current HVAC system is difficult to access.
    Modern mini-split systems are remarkably quiet; in fact, many times their operation is unnoticed by the end user.

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