Maximize Your Energy Savings with an Efficient Air Conditioner
Understanding SEER and SEER2 Ratings
SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) measures how efficiently an air conditioner operates over a cooling season. Higher SEER ratings indicate better energy efficiency. SEER2, introduced in 2023, provides a more accurate efficiency measurement by considering real-world conditions, including higher external static pressure.
Using the SEER Savings Calculator
Our calculator helps you compare energy costs between your current air conditioner and a higher-efficiency model. By inputting your current unit’s SEER rating, the new unit’s SEER2 rating, and other factors like electricity cost and cooling hours, you can see potential savings over one, five, ten, and fifteen years.
Current Efficiency Standards
New energy efficiency standards require higher SEER and SEER2 ratings for new air conditioners. This ensures better performance and lower electricity usage.
Finding Your Unit’s Rating
Check for a yellow Energy Guide label on your air conditioner’s condenser or air handler. This label provides the SEER rating, which helps you determine your unit’s efficiency.
Importance of Matching Systems
Ensure your air conditioner’s condenser and air handler are compatible to achieve the promised efficiency.
AC Tonnage
Tonnage refers to an air conditioner’s cooling capacity, not its weight. For example, a one-ton unit can remove 12,000 BTUs of heat per hour. The appropriate size depends on your home’s square footage and other factors.
For HVAC Contractors
The SEER Savings Calculator can help you demonstrate potential savings to your customers, making it a valuable tool for your business.
SEER Rating of Current AC Unit
SEER Rating of a New AC Unit
Also, check out the stand-alone SEER Energy Savings Calculator for more information.
