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As the summer season approaches, the importance of having a reliable and efficient air conditioner cannot be overstated. With so many different brands and models available, it can be challenging to decide which one is the best for your home. One brand that stands out from the rest is Amana. In this blog post, we will discuss why Amana brand air conditioners are better than other manufacturers. 1. Exceptional Quality Amana has a reputation for exceptional quality, and its air conditioners are no exception. The brand uses high-quality materials to construct its units, resulting in a durable and reliable product. Amana air conditioners undergo rigorous testing to ensure that they can withstand extreme weather conditions and offer reliable performance year after year. 2. Energy Efficiency Amana air conditioners are designed with energy efficiency in mind. They use advanced technology to deliver exceptional cooling performance while consuming less energy. Amana units are ENERGY STAR certified, meaning they meet or exceed the minimum energy efficiency standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. This translates to lower energy bills and a reduced carbon footprint. Amana’s newest line of air conditioning equipment is up to the new SEER2 standard. Amana A/C systems are rated from 13.4 SEER2 to 23 SEER2. 3. Quiet Operation Amana air conditioners are engineered for quiet operation, making them ideal for use in bedrooms or other areas where noise is a concern. The units are designed with sound-dampening technology that reduces noise levels without sacrificing performance. This makes Amana air conditioners ideal for use in any home, regardless of its size or layout. 4. Wide Range of Options Amana offers a wide range of air conditioner models, making it easy to find one that meets your specific needs. The brand's product lineup includes central air conditioners, ductless mini-split systems, and packaged terminal air conditioners (PTACs). Each model is designed to deliver exceptional performance and efficiency, making it easy to find an Amana air conditioner that is perfect for your home. 5. Exceptional Warranty Amana air conditioners come with an exceptional warranty, providing peace of mind and protection against unexpected repair costs. The brand offers a limited lifetime warranty on the compressor of its central air conditioners, ensuring that your investment is protected for years to come. Amana also provides a 10-year limited warranty on all other functional parts, so you can rest assured that your air conditioner is built to last. Amana residential high efficiency air conditioners also come with a life time unit replacement warranty (15.2 SEER2 and up). 6. Affordability Amana brand equipment with its exceptional quality, energy efficiency, quiet operation, and exceptional warranty is still able to provide customers with options that are more affordable than its competitors. You won’t have to break the bank to get the system that will provide optimal comfort for your home. In conclusion, Amana brand air conditioners are better than other manufacturers due to their exceptional quality, energy efficiency, quiet operation, wide range of options, exceptional warranty and affordability. With Amana, you can enjoy reliable performance, reduced energy bills, and peace of mind knowing that your air conditioner is built to last. If you're in the market for a new air conditioner, consider Amana for a superior cooling experience.
For decades, the HVAC industry have been using the classic metrics of SEER, EER and HSPF. In 2023, you will hear the new metric terms SEER2, EER2 and HSPF2. These terms reflect equipment metrics tested under the new M1 testing standards. These testing standards are provided by the department of energy (DOE). Going forward HVAC manufacturers now follow this testing procedure for all a/c and heat pump equipment. And HVAC contractors in our region the north region are required to sell equipment based on this new efficiency standard. The new minimum is a SEER rating of 14.0, where it was 13.0. Under the new SEER2 rating 13.4 is the equivalent to 14.0 SEER1 (see chart below). This can be confusing but homeowners need to be aware of these changes and be mindful of the equipment being sold to them. The SEER and SEER2 rating must also comply with the AHRI (Air conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Institute) certified product of performance directory. This is designed to match up hvac equipment and provide its rated efficiency of performance. The whole hvac system, must be taken into consideration when determining the correct SEER or SEER2 rating of a system. Its not enough to say, this air conditioner is 16 SEER or 15.2 SEER2 on its own, it can only be rated this way with the appropriately matched indoor evaporator coil, metering device, and furnace or air handler. This applies to all hvac split systems and packaged units. So if a homeowner is getting a whole new system, it should have been matched up through the AHRI directory and it will have a reference number to show that this equipment match up is this SEER or this SEER2. This reference number is needed especially if the contractor is using a local energy supplier rebate, or if you plan on claiming a tax credit for energy efficient equipment purchased in 2023. I plan on doing another blog about tax credits as well. Any questions you can email me at douggriffinheatcool@gmail.com (old) SEER (new) Ducted SEER2 Ductless SEER2(new) 14.0 13.4 14.0 14.5 13.8 14.5 15.0 14.3 15.0 15.5 14.8 15.5 16.0 15.2 16.0 17.0 16.2 17.0 17.5 16.7 17.5 18.0 17.2 18.0 19.0 18.1 19.0 20.0 19.0 20.0 NOTE: The cross references for efficiency in the above tables should be noted as approximate.
We recently did an install for a house that has been dedicated to the community around it. This not-for-profit has goals to creating a healthy, supportive and safe community. The project has many goals but most importantly it wants to help empower people and help improve themselves through an open communal space, The Community House. Abigail Larrison is the founder and director, she has developed some great programs for the c ommunity house, all of which are free. If you are interested in learning more, helping or donating please follow this website, thecommunityhousenetwork.com
The picture of this condenser coil shows a blanket of dirt on the left, on the right is what it should look like. Having a dirty outdoor coil can really hurt your air conditioning system. It is important to have it cleaned yearly. The condenser's main job is to release the heat that the indoor coil has removed from the home. With a dirty condenser, less heat will be able to be removed from the outdoor coil. This increases the heat in the condenser and increases the pressures. Higher temps and pressures make a compressor work harder and it becomes less efficient. Furthermore, the condensed liquid refrigerant will be at a higher temperature. Part of the condenser's job is to sub cool the liquid refrigerant to help ensure the metering device expands the liquid properly in the evaporator coil. If its at a higher temperature this will cause premature flashing in the evaporator coil, further decreasing its efficiency by not removing heat properly. Therefore this continuous cycle will cause the compressor to overheat, and its internal overload will shut it down until its cooled off enough. There is a high pressure switch that will stop the condenser function when it goes above a certain pressure, typically 600 psi. So if your unit isn't heating the house like it should it may be because the system is shutting itself off due to high temperatures and pressures. This further can be reflected on a really hot day. As a homeowner you can do a few things to help keep your outdoor unit clean. First is by keeping any brush or foliage next to the condenser from blocking air flow, a good 18" at least should surround the condenser. Second, don't mow your lawn in such a way the grass clippings are thrown into the coil. You can clean the condenser coils with a hose, just don't put a lot of water pressure on it, its really better to have a professional come clean it. Third, if you have a dryer exhaust vent next to your condenser, see if it can be relocated. I see a lot of cases where the dryer vent is right next to the condenser and one side is covered in a blanket of lint. Lastly the location of the unit may affect its ability to reject heat, if its under a low overhang, or in the corner of the home or under a porch, this can recycle rejected heat, further decreasing its efficiency, if this is the case it may need relocated. If your condenser needs cleaned call Griffin HVAC today. We serve the Peoria, Il area and surrounding communities! Thank you and stay safe!!
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