When purchasing an air conditioner, it's important to consider the energy efficiency of your new unit. While most newer air conditioners are more energy efficient than their older counterparts, you'll find that some are more efficient than others.
The energy efficiency of an air conditioner is indicated by its SEER rating (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). If an AC has a SEER rating of more than 14, it qualifies for the Energy Star label. The higher the rating, the more efficient your unit is!
But why do we care about the energy efficiency of our air conditioners? Here are the top 7 reasons to buy an en energy efficient air conditioner.
1. Lower Your Energy Bills
Because energy efficient air conditioners use less energy to run, you don't have to pay as much on your monthly energy bill!
2. Gain More Control
Energy efficient air conditioners are designed to give you more control! If your energy efficient air conditioner is optimized for control, you can:
- choose which rooms to keep cool
- program your thermostat
- make adjustments from anywhere from your phone
3. Increase the Value of Your Home
If you ever plan to sell your home, investing in energy efficient appliances can significantly increase the value of your home. When you invest in an energy efficient air conditioner, you'll not only see the benefits in your monthly bills, but when it's time to sell as well.
4. Receive Tax Credits
In February of 2018, the government renewed tax credits for residential energy efficiency that had expired in 2016. That means you could receive up to $300 back at tax time if you invest in an eligible energy efficient air conditioner!
5. Feel More Comfort
If you're dealing with and old or inefficient air conditioner, you know how uncomfortable it is when your AC can't keep up or causes fluctuation in temperature.
Energy efficient air conditioners are designed to keep your home at exactly the temperature you want. Plus, they're very quiet! You won't even know the AC is on - you'll just feel comfort all summer long.
6. Improve Your Air Quality
Air conditioners help regulate the air quality in your home. An energy efficient air conditioner can offer indoor air quality technology that helps your family breathe better.
7. Go Green
Energy efficient air conditioners are environmentally friendly. They use less energy, which reduces your carbon footprint. Newer, energy efficient AC's also use a coolant called Puron, which produces zero harmful chemicals!
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