Once I knew exactly which model to order, I reached out to the HVAC contractor and scheduled a date for installation.
Before hiring an HVAC contractor to replace the air conditioner in our house, I did a lot of research. I’ve had some bad experiences with professional contractors and tend to not totally trust them. With such a big investment, I was unwilling to just hope I got my money’s worth. I decided to look into the different makes and models of air conditioners on the market. I read customer reviews and studied the latest options in air conditioning technology. There are now models that achieve a 26 SEER because of adaptable speed compressors. Instead of blasting at 100% capacity until reaching the thermostat setting and then shutting down, modern equipment is able to adapt output to the exact requirements of the indoor conditions. The system can adjust in tiny one percent increments anywhere between forty and one hundred percent capacity. Most often, the equipment operates at lower speeds. It maintains a more consistent indoor temperature and uses a lot less energy. There are also models that allow for zoned control and wifi thermostats. I wanted all of these benefits. I also figured out how to properly size the air conditioner for the demands of my home. I hoped to avoid paying more for an oversized unit or dealing with the problems of a unit too small to keep up with requirements. Once I knew exactly which model to order, I reached out to the HVAC contractor and scheduled a date for installation. When the technicians showed up and started the process, I realized they’d brought the wrong model of air conditioner. They seemed surprised when I was unwilling to accept this cheaper alternative. It wasn’t even built by the manufacturer I’d chosen.