Know the Math to Save
In 2006, the average retail price for electricity was 10.40¢ per Kilowatt hour. By May 2018, that price increased to 13.15¢ per Kilowatt hour. That’s a 26.44% increase in your electricity costs!
Air conditioners and heat pumps are assigned a SEER rating related to the unit’s energy efficiency and performance for cooling. But what exactly is SEER, and why should it matter to you?
Regular AC tuneups and maintenance improve the unit’s effectiveness and efficiency. Spring Season is a perfect time and the ideal opportunity for customers to start preparing for the summer season!
What is SEER?
SEER is the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of an air conditioner. It is a measure of how efficient the air conditioner is. The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or SEER, of an air conditioner provides a way of comparing available AC units on the market by their ability to cool your home efficiently. An efficient air conditioner saves you money on energy bills by using less electricity to run, while also making your home more comfortable.
In the United States, the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of air conditioners is determined by a lab test from both the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) and the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE).
This savings can save you thousands in operating costs over the lifetime of your air conditioning unit. All things being equal, a higher SEER would indicate a more effective air conditioner. In general, seer ratings range from 10 to 24 SEER for home central AC units.
How does the SEER calculator work?
The goal is to assist you in evaluating the conditioning expenses of air conditioners with SEER ratings and estimate your savings.
Based on three parameters, the SEER calculator calculates how much you spend each year on cooling your home by calculating and comparing the SEER rating of your present air conditioner system:
- The size of your air conditioner in tonnes : Begin by determining the tonnage of your unit. Your air conditioner’s cargo is a measurement of its size and cooling capability. If you look closely at the model number, you’ll notice a number divisible by 12. It’s a 4-tonne air conditioner if it has 48 (48/12=4).
- The price of power per kilowatt-hour (kWh): Next, look for the two-digit SEER rating on the same label. The final step is to navigate the predicted AC unit’s SEER rating. After that, calculate the energy cost in your location in cents per kilowatt-hour.
- Cooling hours of the unit: Last but not least, enter the number of hours your air conditioning system runs throughout the season. The SEER calculator will provide the annual savings in dollars for years.
It then compares this information to an efficient air conditioner to calculate how much money an AC with that SEER rating may save you in cooling bills each year. In the vast majority of situations, the potential savings are enormous!
Allow the experts at Emergency Plumbing Heating & Air to assist you in selecting and installing a new, energy-efficient air conditioner to help you battle the summer heat. We provide a large selection of air conditioner models to fulfill your cooling requirements.
Contact us for professional assistance and a free estimate on your new air conditioning system once you’ve completed your SEER Savings and Sizing Guide calculations. To calculate your potential savings, go to our website and use our SEER calculator today!
