Why Getting a New Air Conditioner Can Lower Your Electricity Expenses

In many parts of North America, central air conditioning is essential to ensure your family’s comfort during the humid summer months. Unfortunately, air conditioning may be the largest expense on your monthly energy bills. 

The key to reducing your ongoing charges might be to buy a new, high-efficiency air conditioner. This used to require a large upfront investment. Now, there new options available that make installing a modern, high-efficiency air conditioner in your house simpler than ever. 

We’ll explain more about this option in a little bit. But one thing is correct, a a modern, high-efficiency air conditioner can provide substantial energy savings during its lifetime. Here’s what to consider as you look into air conditioning replacement in the U.S.. 

Why a Higher SEER Rating is Worthwhile

Every air conditioner gets a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, which tests how efficiently it uses electricity for cooling. Higher SEER ratings mean your AC is more energy efficient. 

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

For comparison, the lowest standard in the 1990s was 10 SEER, and premium air conditioners for sale today are around 25 SEER. The Lennox Energy Calculator demonstrates that upgrading your 10 SEER system to a mid-grade 16 SEER air conditioner could save you 38% on your air conditioning bills annually! 

Why Figuring Out Your Air Conditioner’s Size is Important

Sizing your air conditioning accurately is also crucial if you want to lower your monthly cooling bills. 

Cooling systems are rated in “tons.” Sizing is crucial because an air conditioner that’s too large or tiny can’t keep your residence comfy. 

An air conditioner that’s too large will frequently short cycle, which means it will have a hard time removing humidity correctly. One that’s too small will fall behind with demand on warm days. Both problems will leave your home uncomfortable, increase wear and tear on your air conditioner and might increase your electrical bill. 

When you work with Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, our Experts will match you with the correctly sized cooling system for your residence. In addition to increasing your loved ones’ comfort, a properly sized air conditioner might lower your electric expenses each month. 

More Ways to Improve Your House’s Efficiency

The final method to ensure monthly savings when you buy a new air conditioner is to boost your residence’s attic insulation. Merely 10% of residences in the U.S. have proper attic insulation, according to study completed by Boston University. Having the right level of insulation can help keep your heating and cooling costs down and keep your house more comfy all year. 

Also, we recommend closing any air leaks in your residence before we carry out an AC sizing calculation. A more leakproof, more insulated residence might require a smaller system, saving you on your initial investment and potentially reducing your cooling expenses down the road. 

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

Up-to-date advanced air conditioners offer great energy-saving possibilities. Replacing your old air conditioner with a new, high-efficiency, top-of-the-line air conditioner is now smoother than ever with our Advantage™ Program. 

This service removes all the hassle out of installing a new air conditioning. You can have a modern air conditioner for one low monthly payment. No down payment is necessary. While you’re part of our Advantage Program, you’ll never have to worry about repair costs, regular service or even air filters. It’s all included, and you’ll enjoy headache-free comfort for just one reasonable monthly price. 

Our Experts are here to assist you in determining just how much you can save by installing a new air conditioner. To start your AC replacement, contact us at 866-397-3787 to request your free comfort analysis right away.