Why Getting a New Air Conditioner Can Decrease Your Electricity Costs

In many locations in of North America, central air conditioning is vital to ensure your comfort during the hot summer months. Unfortunately, air conditioning is typically the highest expense on your monthly utility bills. 

The secret to reducing your long-term costs might be to buy a new, high-efficiency air conditioner. This previously required a sizeable upfront investment. Today, there new options available that make installing a modern, high-efficiency air conditioner in your house simpler than ever. 

We’ll give you more details about this possibility in just a bit. But one thing is true, a a modern, high-efficiency air conditioner can deliver considerable energy savings over its lifetime. Here’s what to think over as you look into air conditioning replacement in the U.S.. 

Why a Greater SEER Rating is Worth It

Every air conditioner earns a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, which grades how efficiently it transforms electricity into cooling. Bigger SEER ratings mean an air conditioner is more energy efficient. 

As of 2015, your new air conditioning installation must be 13 SEER or better in Canada and the northern United States. If you live in the South, your new air conditioner has to be at a baseline of 14 SEER. 

To compare, the lowest standard in the 1990s was 10 SEER, and premium air conditioners available today reach near 25 SEER. The Lennox Energy Calculator indicates that enhancing your 10 SEER air conditioner to a mid-priced 16 SEER model could save you 38% on your air conditioning expenses per year! 

Why Determining Your Air Conditioner’s Size Matters

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

Air conditioning is rated in “tons.” Sizing is essential because an air conditioner that’s too big or small can’t keep your residence comfy. 

An air conditioner that’s too large will commonly short cycle, which means it will struggle to remove humidity accurately. One that’s too little won’t be able to keep up with demand on hot days. Both troubles will leave your home too humid, increase wear and tear on your air conditioner and could drive up your electrical bill. 

When you hire Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, our Experts will match you with the right-sized AC for your needs. Along with maximizing home comfort, a properly sized air conditioner can reduce your utility costs during the summer. 

More Ways to Improve Your House’s Efficiency

The final way to confirm monthly savings when you buy a new air conditioner is to increase 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 right level of insulation could help keep your utility expenses low and keep your residence more pleasant year-round. 

We also advise sealing any air leaks in your house before we perform an AC sizing calculation. A less leaky, more insulated residence may use a smaller air conditioner, saving you on your starting investment and likely decreasing your utility costs for years to come. 

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

Up-to-date advanced air conditioners deliver great energy-saving opportunities. Replacing your old air conditioner with a new, high-efficiency, innovative air conditioner is now simpler than ever with our Advantage™ Program. 

This service takes all the hassle out of installing a new air conditioning. You can receive an updated air conditioner for one reasonable monthly payment. No down payment is needed. When you enroll in our Advantage Program, you’ll never have to fret about repair expenses, routine maintenance or even air filters. It’s all covered, and you’ll receive headache-free comfort for just one reasonable monthly expense. 

Our Experts are ready to help you determine just how much you can save by replacing your air conditioner. To start your AC replacement, contact us at 866-397-3787 to book your free comfort analysis now.