Why should I replace
my existing heating or air conditioning system?
You may wish to consider
replacing your air conditioning or heating system if it is old, inefficient or
in need of repair. Today's systems are as much as 60 percent more efficient
than those systems manufactured as little as ten years ago. In addition, if not
properly maintained, wear and tear on a system can reduce the actual or
realized efficiency of the system. If you are concerned about utility bills or
are faced with an expensive repair, you may want to consider replacing your
system rather than enduring another costly season or paying to replace an
expensive component. The utility cost savings of a new unit may provide an
attractive return on your investment. If you plan on financing the purchase,
the monthly savings on your utility bill should be considered when determining
the actual monthly cost of replacing a system. The offsetting savings may
permit you to purchase a more efficient system.
How expensive are air conditioning and heat
pump systems?
Many factors affect the cost
of a heating or air conditioning system, including the size of your home, the
type and condition of the ductwork installed and accessories you might need
such as a thermostat or an electronic air cleaner. We have a complete range of
systems and accessories available to meet all your needs, including your
financial ones! Your local dealer will be happy to assist you in finding the
right system to meet not only your comfort needs but also your household
budget.
How do I select the right heating/cooling
system?
First, make sure the unit is
properly sized. Your York Dealer will provide a load calculation for your home.
Also ask the dealer to provide an energy analysis to determine operating cost.
Next, consider any comfort issues in the home. Some products can reduce air
stratification and uneven temperatures from room to room. If you have
allergies, an indoor unit with an ECM motor will allow you to circulate the air
in your home continuously while filtering the air for about the same cost as
operating a standard light bulb. Finally, know your budget parameters and the
efficiency of the system being proposed. Does the system offer a payback? In
other words, will the monthly savings over time offset the cost of the new unit
or efficiency option being considered?
What is involved in replacing an old system?
Aside from the placement of
the new equipment, your York Dealer will inspect several items and determine
whether they need to be supplied or replaced. Some of the items include:
ductwork, insulation, refrigerant piping, electrical service, wiring,
thermostat, condensate piping, flue piping, flue terminations, chimney liner,
slabs, filter, driers, registers, grills, drain pans and evaporator coil.
What is involved in installing a new system?
If a system is being added
to the home for the first time, most of the items noted in the previous
question and answer may be required to install the new system. Besides the
equipment, the most significant component is ductwork. The ductwork can be made
of either metal or fiberglass. The ductwork needs to be properly sized to
deliver the right amount of air to each room. A central air conditioning system
uses supply and return ducts. The supply duct is attached to the outlet of the
furnace or air handler and delivers air to individual zones in your home. Your
York Dealer will determine the size of the ductwork going into a space by the
amount of air that needs to be delivered to the space.
