Air Conditioners

Air conditioners may look similar, but their Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2) can vary widely. For air conditioners, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) new minimum efficiency standards vary by region, so your choice of AC units will depend on where you live.

The DOE’s regional breakdown by state is as follows:

  • North
    • 14.0 SEER/ 13.4 SEER2
  • Southeast
    • 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
    • 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
  • Southwest
    • 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
    • 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
DOE Regional SEER Breakdown Map

SEER Versus SEER2

SEER2 is an updated rating standard introduced by the DOE. SEER2 standards are intended to provide a better gauge of typical home operating conditions whereas the older SEER rating utilized very precise protocols to determine ratings in ideal conditions. SEER2 standards include updated testing means that give a better indication of how a unit will operate in the real world.

Much like miles-per-gallon for a car, SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2 offer an easy way to compare efficiencies of different products – the higher the rating, the more efficient the unit. Just be sure you are comparing either SEER vs SEER or SEER2 vs SEER2 (same for EER/EER2).

EER2 Versus SEER2

EER2 and SEER2 both evaluate an air conditioner’s energy efficiency, but they’re concerned with two different types of temperature conditions:

  • EER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency at the peak cooling temperature of 95°F.
  • SEER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency throughout an entire cooling season, with temperatures ranging from 65°F to 104°F.

Comfort Temp Heating & Cooling Can Help You Choose

We currently offer a line of air conditioners that meet the local minimum rating and go all the way up to a 24 SEER2. Depending on your average usage, higher SEER2/EER2 air conditioners can significantly reduce your electric bill.

Additionally, we offer many air conditioners that have advanced features, such as 2-stage compressors and variable speed fan operation. These features not only improve the comfort level of your home but can provide additional energy savings as well. Call us now at (586) 677-7766.

Air Conditioning Product Offering

XV18

XV18 True Comfort Variable Speed

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Model Family: XV18
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 18 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
Sound Level: As low as 55 DBA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Climatuff® Variable Speed inverter compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 12-Year limited warranty on variable speed compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Variable-speed fan motor
  • Compressor Sound Insulator
  • Woven Spine Fin™ coil
  • Simplified Two-Wire Connection
  • Swept fan blade
  • ComfortLink™ II capability
XL17i

Two- Stage XL17i Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XL17i
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 17.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: Energy Star®
Sound Level: 72-74 DbA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: 2-stage Climatuff® compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10 Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 12 Year limited warranty on compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Full-side louvered panels
  • Spine Fin™ coil
  • Swept fan blade
XR13

XR13 Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XR13
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 13.8 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: N/A
Sound Level: 71-75 DbA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Climatuff® compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year limited warranty on compressor.
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Spine Fin™ coil
  • Full-side louvered panels protect your investment
  • Baked-on powder paint resists rust
  • Unique DuraTuff™ non-corrosive basepan