New to AC, need advice
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Need quick advice: Is this bid okay for 2 new A/Cs and heaters?
Comments (5)Laura The main reasons to use third party coils are price and improved performance/efficiency numbers for the AC/HP system to achieve the qualifying standards for the Fed Govt tax credit. However, it is my understanding that the third party coil manufacturers used computer models/programming to establish these numbers while the OEMs used true laboratory testing methods. Of course, I am certain the OEMs screamed about this this and apparently the govt cracked down on the third party coil manufacturers this past summer. I personally prefer the OEM to the third party coil especially in your case since the tax credit is a moot issue. I suggest you ask for the third party coil AHRI number and the Lennox AHRI number for review. I would rather have the Lennox coil that reached 15 SEER than a computer model third party coil that supposedly reached 16 SEER. Not enough difference to quibble over. Plain and simple-your dealer is blowing smoke about the HW VP IAQ stat that has dehumidify on demand feature. It is a tested stat that has proved its worthiness in this area. You must though have a two stg thermostat for this mdl furnace to work the most efficient. Do not get snookered over the smaller furnace. That is the way to go-both furnaces together would yield 112 KBTUs on high stage which is a gracious plenty. If in doubt, request a load calc in writing. just trying to be helpful. Why the urgency? Is this an emergency? IMO...See MoreAdvice with poor performance from new(ish) AC system
Comments (19)Update: The AC company that originally put in the Furnace and Coil came out this morning. As others have already suggested they said the blower being capable of feeding a bigger system could not account for the poor cooling that I was seeing. They tested pressure and I think it was 65 140 (although I couldnÂt really see that well) they said everything outside seemed ok and were going to focus on inside. They too seemed to be focusing on the orifice/capillary tube and by process of elimination said it couldnÂt really be anything else. They removed it and said it may be too big, they said it was a number 65 (not sure what that means). The looked on their truck to see if they had another one but didnÂt. On putting the system back together after clearing with vacuum pump the system appeared to be working correctly. They suggested that perhaps the orifice was originally not seated properly. Looking at the gauge they had connected outside the readings were 70 and 225, IÂm assuming that is pressure in and out. Of course they want paying for this work which IÂm going to dispute at least some of it because if was not installed correctly last year then IÂm not sure why I should be paying now. Their argument is that I should have called sooner after the install. My response is that I did call them soon after the system was installed and was told that the upstairs system has to work harder (heater rises, longer ductwork etc) and towards the end of the summer last year it was difficult to really tell how well it was performing. After they left I started taking readings again. The first very positive sign was the air coming out the ducts was high 50s where as before it was high 60s to low 70s. TodayÂs reading are: Time TempOut HumOut TempIn 11:45 75.7 37.9% 71.3 12:50 77.8 36.0% 70.8 13:45 79.2 35.1% 70.7 14:45 81.3 32.8% 70.8 15:35 76.3 35.1% 71.2 I will do take the measurements suggested in the link as soon as I get a humidity sensor....See MoreEmergency A/C Advice Needed - System Down!
Comments (1)Steve What is your location? Any idea of your nat gas and electric rates? If your furnace is in good working order, you can certainly keep it. I will assume it s sized correctly. The only negative here is its efficiency and the fact that high eff condensers AC and HP can not be utilized because of the conventional blower system on your furnace. Just stick with a good basic 13 SEER AC or HP. It is important that lineset size is the correct size for any new condenser especially if you intend to keep old and flush. This is not a small detail. Also, I would want a complete ductwork evaluation as to size of trunk lines and supply and return ductwork. If you have any hot/cold spots in home, now is the time to address. I realize you are in a breakdown situation. However, don't rush in. Do your homework and get it right. I realize this is a biased statement but I do not recommend purchasing anything from Sears especially HVAC. It is a mistake using third party for HVAC. Go through an independent dealer with a track record. And just for info, Westinghouse is one of the brands of old appliance names in the Nordyne family of HVAC. The name is licensed and has absolutely nothing to do with the product name you are probably familiar. I would like to hear back from you on your location and rates before I made a final recommendation. IMO...See MoreNeed advice on New AC and Furnace
Comments (0)My husband died a few years ago of cancer at 51 and I really don't know what I am doing so any help would be appreciated. (To add to everything my hot water tank went bad last week! When it rains it pours...) Any idea on what I should look for in the Heating and AC units? Anything I should ask them? I have a 2,000 sf ranch home in Wisconsin. I want a well made units. Lennox and Carrier are coming today to give quotes as well as the Bryant quote below. I would really like to get more than 14 years out of the next units. My AC is leaking freon (they put 3 lbs a month ago and it's not working again) Now they say that to "fix" the AC it will be $500 to $600 and freon units are being discontinued. (This unit is 14 years old) My furnace wasn't working well in the spring but I was letting this go till the end of summer. Looks like a major repair (pilot valve?) as well so I'm looking into replacing both since there are rebates and tax credits until the end of the month. (unit is 14 years old) The first quote ( 2 options ) 1st option: Furnace Bryant Plus 95s 355 CAV 80,000 btu input 3 stage variable speen natural gas $3,600 (includes removing old furnace, duct, electrical and gas piping, white rogers If80-361 Digital set back)Limited warranty on Heat exchanger 10 year parts 10 year labor. AC Bryant 163A 2 1/2 ton Puron AC 13 seer (includes removing old unit, 2 1/2 ton new evap coil, condenser pad, all electrical, drain lines and fittings. 10 year on compressor 10 year parts 1 years labor $2,500 This option has 2- $150 rebates and one $1080 tax credit Option 1 totals $4720 after rebates and tax credit 2nd option: Same furnace as above with an Evolution Control Thermostat $3,900 AC Bryant 187B 3 ton puron 16 seer 2 speed (includes remove old syst, New 3 ton evap coil, condenser pad, all electrical, drain lines and fittings 10 year parts 1 year labor. $4,400 Total price for both systems in option 2 is $8,300 Option 2 Rebates and Tax credit Bryant Bonus Rebate 1,000 Energy rebate 250.00 Tax Credit 1,500 Option 2 totals $5,550 after rebates and tax credit....See MoreMary Elizabeth
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