Are you looking to upgrade your air conditioning system? If so, you need to be aware of the new AC requirements for 2023. The Department of Energy (DOE) has set new standards for single-package air conditioning units, which must have a SEER rating of 14 or higher. But what does this mean for you? In this article, we'll explain what the SEER rating is and how it affects your air conditioning system, as well as the new DOE regulations and how they may affect you. The SEER rating is the ratio between the total heat extracted from the conditioned space during the annual cooling season and the total electrical energy consumed by the air conditioner during the same season. In other words, the higher the SEER rating, the less electrical energy your air conditioner will use to cool your home.
It's important to have your air conditioning system checked and maintained by a professional right now. This way, you'll know if your heating and cooling system is showing signs of current or potential problems. During maintenance service, our Sears technician will check the entire system and check its operation. The technician will discuss with you any potential system problems after completing the maintenance service and review, as well as the next steps to take.
If your air conditioner or heat pump is worn out, the technician will discuss repair and replacement options with you during maintenance service. If you need to replace your air conditioning system, you'll need to act quickly to guarantee the best price and installation times for your new system. If changing your air conditioning system during the holidays wasn't something you planned for, there are several financing options available, including rent-to-buy option, that might be right for you. You can get a new air conditioning system at a lower cost and still enjoy the holidays. Avoid long wait times for your new climate system by scheduling a replacement now.
As parts in older HVAC systems wear out and break down, it's likely to be harder to find replacement parts. You could find yourself in serious trouble if your current system breaks down and you may not be able to get repair parts to repair your existing air conditioning unit. Get a Sears Protect home warranty plan to protect all your appliances for one reduced price. Use the power of your knowledge about these changes in HVAC regulations and potential future problems to help you make the right decisions about your heating and cooling system. Understanding the key aspects of current and new DOE HVAC regulations can help you make better decisions about your heating and cooling system. The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Index (SEER2) is measured differently than SEER ratings and typically differ from SEER ratings by approximately 0.5 points.
The use of central air conditioning varies widely between northern and southern states due to significant outside temperature differences. Setting slightly higher efficiency standards for air conditioners in southern states (where refrigeration is needed most often) increases the environmental impact of HVAC regulations. The DOE uses population-weighted number of heating days (HDD) to establish the dividing line between northern and southern states. A hard drive counts when the average daily temperature is below 65 degrees (indicating that your home needs heating). Next, a state's hard drives are weighted based on population.
States with 5000 hard drives or more are considered part of the North region, while states with less than 5000 hard drives are considered part of the South region. Homes in southern states use air conditioning much more often because they have fewer hard drives. If your air conditioning unit needs an upgrade, consider installing a high-efficiency air conditioning system or adding an ERV system to improve air conditioning performance. By understanding these changes in HVAC regulations and potential future problems, you can make better decisions about your heating and cooling system. Make sure that you're up-to-date on all of these requirements so that you can make sure that your home is comfortable all year round.