AC Efficiency - SEER Ratings Do Matter!

As you probably know, central air conditioners are rated according their Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, also referred to as a SEER rating. This rating represents the relative amount of energy needed to provide a specific cooling output. While many older systems have SEER ratings of 6 or less, the minimum SEER rating allowed today is 13, with the highest efficiency systems ranging somewhere around 18 or 20!

As a general rule, the higher the SEER rating, the more efficient the AC system will be. It’s important to look for the ENERGY STAR label for central air conditioners with SEER ratings of 13 or greater, but we encourage you to consider using air conditioning equipment with even higher SEER ratings for greater savings, and more environmentally responsible operation.

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AC Systems - The Right Size Makes All the Difference

Whether you’re looking to install a new central air conditioning unit or replace your existing one, it is important to know what size unit will best cool your home for maximum comfort at the lowest energy cost. A central AC unit that is too small will run continuously without adequately cooling the house AND will be more costly to operate. Conversely, a unit that is too large will run through frequent on/off cycles causing humidity problems, that uncomfortable “clammy condition” that exists when a home is cool but very humid.

At Gault Energy, our comfort specialists are experts at properly measuring your home to determine its “heat gain calculation.” A house with south-facing windows will measure much differently than a house with north-facing windows, for example. Our comfort specialists also look at many other factors, including your home’s insulation R-values and the number and locations of windows, doors and thermostats.

In the end, it really is all about proper sizing. If your AC unit is too big or too small, you’ll waste money and sacrifice comfort. So don’t wait. Contact a Gault Energy Comfort Specialist today for a free consultation of your home’s AC system, and to see if your current unit is in fact, properly sized.

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