If it’s time to invest in a new central A/C for your New Jersey home, you’ll have some decisions to make to get the most bang for your cooling buck. Here are three things you’ll need to think about when it comes to a choosing a central air system:
All other things being equal, a higher SEER unit will cost more – about 8-10 percent for every 1-point increase in SEER. On average, it will take about 3 years to offset the cost of an 18 SEER unit vs. a 14 SEER unit (less if you use it more often). If you have the money now, investing in the higher SEER unit will pay off in the long run.
When it comes to rightsizing, it’s important to remember that bigger and more powerful is not always better. An overlarge air conditioner cycles (turns off and on) too often, which can cause unnecessary wear and tear on the unit.
The key is to match the output of the A/C unit to your home’s cooling load. Some factors that contribute to cooling load include:
There are no shortcuts when it comes to evaluating cooling load – if someone gives you a simple calculation based on house volume alone, you won’t be getting the most out of your system. To find your best sizing match, you need the help of experienced professionals.
Contact Fredericks Fuel today for a FREE, no obligation estimate on a new high-efficiency central air conditioner for your home!