Why Getting a New Air Conditioner Can Reduce Your Utility Costs

In many areas of of North America, central air conditioning is important to ensure your comfort during the sweltering summer months. Unfortunately, using your air conditioner is usually the highest expense on your monthly electricity bills. 

The key to lowering your long-term charges might be to install a new, high-efficiency air conditioner. In the past, this required a big upfront investment. At this point in time, there new solutions available that make getting a new, high-efficiency air conditioner in your home faster than ever. 

We’ll explain more about this option in just a bit. But one thing is certain, a an up-to-date, high-efficiency air conditioner can give substantial energy savings during its lifetime. Here’s what to consider as you investigate air conditioning replacement in the U.S.. 

Why a Greater SEER Rating is Beneficial

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 is required to be 13 SEER or better in Canada and the northern United States. If you reside in the South, your new air conditioner must be at least 14 SEER. 

For comparison, the smallest standard in the 1990s was 10 SEER, and top-of-the-line air conditioners available today rank approximately 25 SEER. The Lennox Energy Calculator shows that improving your 10 SEER system to a mid-range 16 SEER model could save you 38% on your electrical bills annually! 

Why Figuring Out Your Air Conditioner’s Size is Critical

Sizing your air conditioning properly is also critical if you want to lower your monthly air conditioning costs. 

Air conditioners are measured in “tons.” Sizing is important because an air conditioner that’s too big or small can’t keep your home comfy. 

An air conditioner that’s too big will often short cycle, which means it will have a hard time removing humidity accurately. One that’s too small won’t be able to keep up with demand on hot days. Both issues will you’re your home sticky, increase hard wear on your air conditioner and might enlarge your electrical bill. 

When you call Service Experts Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing, our Experts will help you find the right-sized AC for your home. On top of improving your loved ones’ comfort, a properly sized air conditioner might decrease your electric bills during the summer. 

More Methods to Improve Your House’s Efficiency

The final approach to ensure monthly savings when you get a new air conditioner is to enhance your residence’s attic insulation. Just 10% of homes in the U.S. have proper attic insulation, according to study completed by Boston University. Having the proper depth of insulation could help keep your utility costs down and keep your residence more comfortable throughout the year. 

In addition, we suggest securing any air leaks in your house before we perform an AC sizing calculation. A more leakproof, more insulated residence may use a smaller system, saving you on your upfront investment and likely reducing your utility bills for years to come. 

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

Modern advanced air conditioners offer superior energy-saving opportunities. Upgrading to an updated, high-efficiency, innovative air conditioner is now simpler than ever with our Advantage™ Program. 

This service takes all the annoyance out of replacing your air conditioning. You can have an updated air conditioner for one small monthly payment. No down payment is required. While you’re part of our Advantage Program, you’ll never have to fret about repair bills, yearly tune-ups or even air filters. It’s all taken care of, and you’ll receive stress-free comfort for just one reasonable monthly expense. 

Our Experts are available to support 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 schedule your free comfort analysis today.