Residential AC Tucson, Home Air Conditioning Tucson

Are you considering a new residential air conditioning system? You may want to consider the Energy Star units which run more efficient than the standard models. These systems are also known to be environment friendly and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Did you know that the national average residential heating and cooling expense is nearly $1,000 a year? This is nearly half of the total energy bill. In Tucson it’s not uncommon for these expenses to be much higher. If your air conditioning system happens to be 12 years old or older, replacing it with an energy star qualified model can save you as much as $30 on the cost to cool your Tucson home.

When air conditioners earn the Energy Star, this means the unit met strict guidelines for energy efficiency which has been set by the US Environmental Protection Agency. These energy star air conditioning manufactures take the time to optimize unit performance and efficiency. With a newer energy efficient air conditioner you will feel the enhanced level of comfort while also saving more money on your monthly utility bill.

Energy Star Air Conditioning also helps protect our planet. Older models often emit more greenhouse gas while newer models reduce these emissions which help fight against climate change.

Higher Seer Rating

Newer energy efficient models also have a higher seer rating making them about 14% more efficient than standard air conditioning models.

Call us today to get free estimates on installing or replacing your older cooling system with an energy efficient, energy star rated, home air conditioning unit. Our selected Tucson home air conditioning contractors are in a great position to offer you quality service at a reasonable price.

What is a Two Stage Compressor?

Although they are an advantage to energy savings, two stage compressors are effective, but not completely necessary to reduce your electric bill. Basically, some of the time, the compressor will be running at about 60% capacity and thus use only 60 % of the energy it would normally use. Let’s say you’re out of town for the weekend and come home Sunday night.
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What is a Heat Pump?

A heat pump is basically an A/C unit that also provides heat in the colder months. It does this by reversing the flow of the refrigerant in the winter by using a 4 way valve, also known as a reversing valve. In the summer months, the coil that gets cold (technically, it is removing the heat from the warm air moving past it), cools the air which is then circulated throughout your home. In the winter months, the 4 way valve does its job and reverses the flow of the refrigerant causing this same coil to get warm. Now, the cooler air from inside your home passes over the coil and it warms the air. Heat pumps work best in milder winter climates where the temperature seldom gets below 30 degrees in the winter. For those really cold mornings, you can have a “heat strip” installed (an electric heating element similar to your toaster). The heat strip will only activate when the system senses the need for additional heat.
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Which AC Heating Manufacturer Makes The Best System?

As with cars, televisions and most other products, heating and air conditioning systems have come a long way. The same technology that has made current vehicles ride smoother and run faster has gone into HVAC systems. When it comes down to which manufacturer is best, it generally becomes a matter of personal opinion. Most major brand names like Carrier, Trane, Rheem, Rudd, York, Kenmore, Amana and Lennox all produce top quality systems, but you pay a little more because of the marketing expenses these companies spend to make you aware of them.
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