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What’s a SEER Rating?

What's a seer rating

Have you ever wondered how energy-efficient your HVAC system is? Look at the yellow and black “Energy Guide” sticker on your system, normally located on the side of the condenser, to find out! Here, you’ll find your unit’s SEER rating, which measures its air conditioner’s annual energy consumption and cooling abilities. The higher the SEER rating, the more energy-efficient it is, meaning you could save money on utility bills. Learn more below.

SEER Ratings, Explained

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, a universal rating scale for HVAC systems. It tells you how much energy your air conditioner consumes and how well it cools your property.

That’s the simple explanation, anyway. A SEER rating technically measures an air conditioner’s cooling output divided by the amount of energy consumed during the hottest part of the year.

Determining your HVAC’s SEER rating can help you decide whether that equipment provides you with all the energy efficiency benefits you need to keep your home or business cool. You can also compare SEER ratings when you’re in the market for a new HVAC system. Remember, the higher a unit’s rating, the more energy-efficient it is, resulting in lower monthly bills.

What Is a Good SEER Rating?

SEER ratings for HVAC systems range from 13 SEER to 24 SEER. Units with higher numbers provide more energy efficiency.

An HVAC system with a SEER rating of 16 or higher is extremely energy-efficient. That means you can cool your property with less “power,” resulting in lower monthly costs.

Conversely, an HVAC system with a SEER rating of 15 or less might have to work harder to keep your property nice and cool during the summer, costing you more money in the long run.

Advantages of an HVAC With a High SEER Rating

Apart from saving on your monthly bills, you can reap other benefits from an HVAC system with a SEER rating of 16 or higher, such as:

Moisture removal

HVAC units with high SEER ratings are more effective at removing unwanted moisture from your home, decreasing humidity and protecting your property’s foundation.

Incentives and rebates

You could qualify for government incentives and rebates if you have an energy-efficient HVAC system, further reducing your monthly bills.

Protect the environment

It goes without saying that energy-efficient systems are much better for the environment and can help you do your bit for the planet!

Invest in an HVAC With a High SEER Rating

The benefits of HVAC systems with high SEER ratings might convince you to invest in one of these units. Burcker’s can help you choose the right energy-efficient equipment for your home or business in Franklin County and beyond, reducing your monthly utility bills. As your local heating and cooling experts, there’s no HVAC on the market that we can’t install, fix, or service!

Contact us now for a free, no-obligation estimate for a new HVAC system, or call 717-387-7182 to learn more about our services.

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Tim Jones
March 6, 2024
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Eric Irizarry
May 9, 2023
I have been doing business with Burcker Heating Cooling & Refrigeration for over 5 years. They truly live by their core values of Honesty, Integrity, and Quality. The 1st project they did was replacing my Heat pump and AC. Mr. Burcker was able to salvage as much of the old tubing as he could, in order to save us cost and unnecessary construction to the exterior of the house, the unit has been running great with no issues. They do our yearly maintenance review and help keep my units clean and functional. It’s hard these days to find a trustworthy company and from my experience I can tell you they are trustworthy. Hi highly recommend them.
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July 19, 2022
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Michael Smith
June 5, 2021
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Les Wilson
February 12, 2020
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