What is SEER?
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio which is estimated average efficiency of an air conditioning unit during the cooling season. Like EER, the higher the number the better the energy efficiency of an air conditioning system.
What is the minimum SEER rating for new air conditioning units?
New air conditioning units must achieve a minimum SEER rating of 13. However the minimum SEER rating requirement in Texas is 14 due to energy climate zone.
What is the minimum Energy Star rating for air conditioning systems?
To be qualified for Energy Star rating an air conditioning unit must achieve a SEER rating of 15 or higher.
How much could I save on my home energy cost if I replace the older air conditioning unit with a new one?
Cooling cost of a home is almost half of its total annual electrical cost. If your central air condition unit is more than 12 years old, replacing it with a new energy efficient one could save you up to 50% of cooling cost of your home.
What is EER?
Energy Efficiency Ratio is a ratio to evaluate an air conditioner like the way a miles per gallon (MPG) is used to evaluate fuel efficiency of a car. The higher the EER the more energy efficient the air conditioner.