Furnaces
Heating and air conditioning systems consume significant amounts of energy, up to 75% of a typical residential utility bill. A new high efficiency furnace can help save thousands of dollars in operating costs over the life of the unit when compared to older systems. Many 1990 and earlier model furnaces have efficiencies of 65% or less. The minimum efficiency furnace that can be sold in the United States today is 78%.
General Furnace Information
Air Conditioners
The efficiency of an air conditioning unit is determined by its SEER rating (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). Higher SEER numbers save more money. A 13 SEER rated air conditioner uses 23% less energy then a 10 SEER unit. A 13 SEER rating is the minimum efficiency standard for many Southern California communities.
General Air Conditioner Information
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are rated in SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) and HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor).
SEER and HSPF ratings are like Miles per Gallon rating of automobiles. Higher SEER and HSPF ratings mean greater energy savings.
General Heat Pump Information
Fan Coils
The fan coil is the indoor component of a heat pump system. It includes the fan and the heating/cooling coil. The fan coil is designed for a particular refrigerant, so it must match with the heat pump. A variable speed fan coil can improve comfort with improved humidity control, warmer heating temperatures, and save energy while cooling.
General Fan Coil Information
Indoor Air Quality
Today's homeowners realize that keeping a home comfortable is about more than just temperature control. The quality of the air you breathe is just as important. Learn how to control the humidity in your home, and how to keep your indoor air clean and fresh.
Read more about
indoor air quality.
Thermostats/Zoning
Comfort Air offers a full line of electronic thermostats to provide optimum comfort for all homes. Attractive designs, large, easy-to-read numbers, backlit displays and simple programming are just some of the features that make our thermostats the best choice for your home. Read more about
thermostats.
Zoning can provide optimum comfort with increased energy savings in the home by allowing multiple temperature sensing locations and control areas. Read more about
zoning.
Heating & Cooling Terms
Though your definition of "comfort" may be different from that of your neighbor's, knowing
these terms can help make your search for improved comfort and efficiency less confusing and more effective.
