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Energy
Efficiency and SEER Ratings
SEER
stands for "Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio";
a measure of cooling efficiency for air conditioners and heat
pumps. The higher the SEER, the more energy efficient the
unit.
Older
air conditioning systems are likely to have a lower SEER
(perhaps 5 or 6) than a newer more efficient system (perhaps
SEER=10). In January 2006, the Department of Energy increased
the minimum SEER from 10 to 13. SEER indicates the
efficiencies of different types of equipment. The majority of
systems installed before 1992 are 10 SEER or below and will
continue to drop in efficiency as the system ages.
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The
chart above shows you the possible savings over an 8 SEER
system for higher efficiency systems. SEER ratings are a lot
like miles per gallon in cars. The higher the rating, the more
efficient—and the more money you save. When all of the
components of your heating and cooling system are properly
combined in what is called a “matched system,” they will
work seamlessly together to deliver maximum performance.
But
there's another standard of efficiency to which we hold our
products, one that's just as important.
The
first step to getting the ideal comfort system for your home
is to conduct a load calculation. When an air conditioner or
heat pump system is not the proper size (capacity) for a home,
an array of problems can result. Temperatures might be uneven.
Units might not run long enough to properly control humidity.
Also, units that are not running at peak performance often
encounter more maintenance problems over time. And the money
you think you might be saving may be reduced, because with
units that are too big, you're essentially paying to heat or
cool space that isn't there.
Your
home comfort system is an investment in your quality of life.
And at Corley Controls, we're always working to provide you a
more comfortable living environment.
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Call
Corley Controls today at 704-598-2677
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