Poor Performing AC? High Electric Bills? High Humidity?

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1 Poor Performing AC? High Electric Bills? High Humidity? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, it may be time to consider a new Air Conditioning system. Read on for useful information when deciding what type of air conditioning system and features would be best for you and your family. Air conditioners usually last for years when properly maintained. When poorly maintained, they may have a much shorter life span. If your cooling system is showing signs of old age, it's time to start shopping for a new one. Signs That You Need Air Conditioner Replacement Higher utility bills Poor performance such as uneven or insufficient cooling Air conditioner needs frequent and/or expensive repairs Cooling system continually cycles off and on Increased indoor humidity or dust The unit makes weird noises

2 Benefits Of A New Air Conditioner Air conditioners have become much more effective and efficient over the last ten years. Innovations like programmable WiFi thermostats and zoned cooling systems can keep utility bills low. At the same time, high efficiency performance gives you more cooling bang for your buck. Compared to air conditioners of ten years ago, today's high-efficiency units can give you the same amount of cooling plus save significantly on your electric bills. Even better, when you replace an older cooling system with a high-efficiency model, you may qualify for savings like dealer discounts, federal tax rebates and energy-efficient incentives offered by utility companies and state and local governments. Air Source Heat Pumps Versus Central And Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioners Air source heat pumps will heat and cool your indoor space. Ducted split systems, also known as central air conditioners, and ductless air conditioners provide only cooling. However, a ductless heat pump will heat and cool your home without ducts. In the Southeast, a heat pump whether ducted or ductless will deliver

3 sufficient indoor heating and cooling. Features And Benefits of Heat Pumps Used year-round, air source heat pumps can heat and cool your entire home using less energy than furnaces and air conditioners. High-efficiency heat pumps also control humidity better than central heating and cooling systems, and they generate greater cooling comfort with less energy. How Heat Pumps Work In the summer, heat pumps extract heat from the indoor air and move it outside. In the winter they move warm air into your home. Because heat pumps move heat around instead of creating it, they cost less to operate. With heat pumps you can also have zoned heating and cooling where areas of your house can be maintained at different temperatures. This adds up to big savings because you won't have to heat or cool the entire house just to feel comfortable in one room. Other attractive new features of air source heat pumps include: Two-speed compressors for more efficient operation and less wear and tear on the compressor. Variable-speed motors/blowers on indoor/outdoor fans for greater efficiency. Quiet operation. Some pumps use "waste heat" to heat water three times more efficiently than standard water heaters.

4 Features And Benefits Of Ductless Mini-Split Air Conditioners Ductless mini-split air conditioners do not require duct work. These systems operate like ductless heat pumps. Ductless minisplit air conditioners and heat pumps can give you zoned cooling where areas in the house can be maintained at different temperatures. This can save a bundle on energy costs because you can cool the areas you are using and not other areas. With central air conditioners, up to 40 percent of all cooled air can be lost due to leaks and cracks in duct work. Because mini-split air conditioners do not rely on duct work, no cooled air is lost. Other features and benefits include: SEER ratings up to 23 Easy installation Minimal maintenance Several models are Energy Star Qualified for lower utility bills

5 What Do SEER Ratings Have To Do With Air Conditioners? SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, and it measures the efficiency of heat pumps and air conditioners. The higher the SEER, the more efficient the unit will be and the less energy it will consume. There are new standards for air conditioners and heat pumps installed on or after January 1, Although standards differ by region, the Southern region minimum is SEER 14. What Are UV Lights And Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Them? The evaporator coil on ducted cooling systems can become contaminated with mold, viruses and bacteria due to damp or wet conditions from the refrigeration cycle. These toxins are then blown into your living space along with the conditioned air whenever the AC cycles on. An effective solution is installing a UV light which will kill or sterilize bacteria and virus.

6 How Much Could I Save On A New Residential Cooling System? At AirConditioningSouthEast.com, you can find a local Factory Authorized Bryant or Carrier Dealer who is fully qualified to assist you with the selection, purchase and installation of a new residential air conditioning system. To learn more about how much you could save with a highefficiency cooling system, visit other pages on our website: Contact us today for help finding a contractor in your Southeast U.S. community who can help you determine the best air conditioning system for your home, family and budget.