Choose the Best HVAC System for Your Home

CHOOSING THE BEST
HVAC SYSTEM FOR
YOUR HOME

Purchasing a new heating and air conditioning system

can be extremely overwhelming. Use this guide to better understand terms and concepts and to help you find the best system for YOUR home.

HVAC RATING SYSTEMS

AFUE, SEER, HSPF… What do they all mean?

Hint: The higher the rating the greater the efficiency and cost savings.

AFUE – Average Fuel Utilization Efficiency

So if your furnace has a 70% AFUE rating, your furnace efficiently converts 70% of fuel to heat. The remaining 30% is lost out the flue.

Min

Max

78%

for gas and oil furnaces
AFUE measures fuel efficiency

98.5%

SEER – Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio

A higher SEER rating means it consumes less energy, saves you more money and is better for the environment.

Min

Max

13%
14%
30%

SEER measures energy efficiency for air
conditioners and heat pumps.

HSPF – Heating Seasonal Performance Factor

A higher HSPF rating means that your heat pump will be more efficient and cost effective to run.

Min

Max

7.7
8.2
13

HSPF measures heating efficiency for
heat pumps

DECIDING ON AN HVAC UNIT

So what exactly should you consider when purchasing a heating or cooling system?

COST CONSIDERATIONS

PRICE

the system to purchase and install Covers the initial cost

COST

Covers the monthly cost to operate, maintenance/repair costs, and the lifespan of the system

Higher energy efficient products cost more upfront, but save you more $$$ in the long-run

HEATING

In cold states, 35-50% of annual
energy costs go to heating the home

COOLING

In warm states, 50% of annual energy
costs go to cooling the home

CHOOSING A CONTRACTOR

Great contractors don’t just complete the job, they:

Know the perfect size of equipment for your home

Practice current installation practices

Find and fix potential problems in your home

QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE BUYING

What size unit do I need for my home?

Who will install the unit?

Do I want to save money now, or in the long run with energy efficient equipment?

Does my home require any special ratings or equipment?

Should I replace my entire system at the same time?

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