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I need a new heater/AC unit
Comments (19)"If I did have a warranty that I was unaware of, would they pay for a new unit?" - No. If you had a warranty on the heat exchanger, they would only pay for the heat exchanger part. You would pay labor. "I plan on getting at least 6 quotes and let me get this right.... I need to get each one in writing and it must include all warranty info and model number and I should ask about ductwork. Ductwork is part of the installation cost..right? so when they qive me a quote for installation I need to make sure that they are actually checking the ducts and they need to show me diagrams? If they act wishy washy and not spend time explaining things to a woman then they could be taking advantage and be careful." - Yes, yes, yes, yes. You need no ductwork diagrams. You need to know the condition of your ducts that tie into the new unit (one supply duct and one return duct), if any repairs need to be made to the tie-in, and the cost is to be included and written on the quote (there should be no issue with the tie in, you are just covering all bases). Remember, that quote is the only thing that you have that states what the contractor says he will do for what you are paying. It doesn't matter what he says, it matters what is written on the quote. I don't understand what you mean by a hybrid. A "gas-pack" is a gas furnace, a/c system, and blower in one outdoor box. There is no indoor unit with a gas-pack. If it had an indoor component, it would be called a "split-system". If the unit is on the ground outside the house, I would go out to the unit with each contractor and have them show you the ductwork tie-in and any other issues. Take care....See MoreAC unit quote questions
Comments (1)What is location? Need furnace model numbers, size, eff for Vendor A and Vendor B quotes. All 3 ton AC condensers quoted? What size condenser are you replacing and what size and eff furnace are you replacing? Post back. IMO...See Morenew a/c unit needed
Comments (5)I'm unsure of what you mean by variable-speed A/C. The XL15i runs at one speed, but it's hard to get high efficiencies (typically over 14) without a variable-speed blower. What is the current make of the furnace you have now? Some furnaces can run for a while if you take good care of them as you seem to be doing. You don't have to match brands with the air conditioner and furnace (though you do for the air conditioner and coil), but it is nice to do so. What's nice about replacing everything at nice is that you can get an ARI-approved match-up and save some money (in most cases). But, being 15 years old and in fine condition, it may not be necessary, so in this case, I'd just go with a 13 SEER outdoor unit if you plan on keeping the furnace another 5 years or so (until it needs replacing). If you elect to switch everything at once, I'd go with the 15 SEER Trane--it is a nice unit. Did these companies examine your ductwork and provide improvement suggestions (air filtration, etc.)? I recommend Trane's XL800 or XL900 (preferably) thermostat. I'll let others comment on your situation; it's ultimately up to you--I can only make suggestions. : )...See MoreGetting a New A/C - Heating Unit
Comments (3)Get at least 3 quotes. The more quotes you get, the more cost spread you will see among the quotes and you can question why. Manufacturers include Trane/American Standard, Carrier/Bryant, Lennox, Rheem, and Goodman. Get a 10 year parts and labor warranty included....See Moredadoes
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