Best Central Air Conditioners
Lennox air conditioning systems are top-notch
Central air is a luxury not all of us can afford. However, its benefits for your home and your health are worth the outlay of money if you live in hot, humid conditions. There are many things to think about when you purchase an air conditioner unit. Some things to consider are:
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- Size: you must make sure you measure your home properly in square feet and get the right amount of BTUs for the area. Studies show that many people buy a unit that is too large for their surroundings, resulting in over-cooling and higher bills.
- Budget: Once you have paid the initial bundle of money for the air conditioner unit, there may be other costs. See the next two points below.
- Maintenance: This is going to be an ongoing cost. Some air conditioner installation companies can sell you a maintenance service package when they install. In any case you should get it serviced regularly.
- Filters: These are a basic part of maintenance. They cost money and replacing them can be a hassle. Look for washable, reusable filters or at least do your homework before purchasing the unit to see how many times the filters need to be replaced and how much they are. Sometimes you can find generic air filters, but if you try this route please ensure you only buy one. Manufacturers spend a lot of time researching and developing the best filters for their air conditioning systems and going the cheaper route may either negate your warranty or not work effectively.
- Warranty: Get a good warranty, at least 5 years on parts and service, and check the fine print before buying.
Top 3 central air conditioners
- The Lennox Whole Home Air Conditioner, Dave Lennox Signature Collection – Model HSX15
- This model is probably one of the most expensive air conditioners on the market, and reviewers agree it is worth the extra expense.
- It has a 15.35 SEER rating, one of the highest in the industry. This will save you money in the long run because your operational costs will be lower.
- It is Energy Star rated for added performance.
- It uses chlorine-free refrigerant.
- Its electronic components monitor air progress throughout your home. The unit tweaks itself accordingly.
- It has troubleshooting diagnostics .
- It is only 67 decibels, which is very low for a whole home air conditioning unit.
- This Lennox model has a great 10-year limited warranty on the sealed compressor system and a 5-year warranty on parts and service.
- It costs about $6000 installed.
- The Bryant Two Speed Puron Plus with Puron Refrigerant Central Air - Model 598B
- Has two speeds.
- Has long and low cooling cycles to keep the temperature and humidity in your home at a more constant level than starting and stopping of other models.
- Has a 16.5 SEER rating which is excellent. 10 is an acceptable SEER rating.
- Puron, EnerGuide and Energy Star rated.
- Has an intuitive system to adjust the temperature in your home to that outside.
- Uses Puron instead of R-22 coolant. Puron is better for the environment.
- Has a 10-year limited warranty and 5-year warranty on parts and service. You can purchase an extended warranty.
- Costs about $3000 for the 3-ton unit.
- Carrier Infinity System – Model Infinity 18 Central Air Conditioner
- Over 18 SEER rating.
- Uses Puron refrigerant.
- Two-speed compressor options.
- Down as low as 69 decibel operation.
- Humidity control.
- Filter drier to keep bacterial infection from stagnant water getting into your home's air.
- Energy Star rating.
- Intuitive self-diagnostics let you know when to replace the filter.
- You can control humidity, temperature, ventilation, fan speed and air quality.
- 10-year compressor warranty and 5-year limited warranty.
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