If you are in the market for an air conditioner or a heat pump, you've heard about SEER. You've seen it in every flier, you've heard about it from every salesman. Are you still asking "What is SEER"? You won't be after reading this article. Also, you will be able to easily calculate cost of air conditioning.
In a nutshell, a SEER rating tells you how much heat (BTU) an air conditioner can remove from a house with 1 watt of electricity. Comparing heat and electricity may seem like comparing apples and oranges, and that is why a "raw" SEER is mostly used to compare two air conditioners - the bigger the SEER, the better (more efficient) the unit.
To calculate anything else, math has to be used. At the bottom of this article there is a link to a page with a spreadsheet, which will handle all the math.
How to use the spreadsheet. It's really very simple. Just enter how much heat you'd like to remove with the air conditioner and press "Enter." That's it! The spreadsheet will tell you how much it would cost to remove the heat using three different air conditioners, from an old 8-SEER unit to the top-of-the-line 16-SEER unit. The numbers account for one hour of cooling, and the electricity cost is assumed to be 6 cents per kw.
The spreadsheet does not take all the factors into account, but gives you a ballpark estimate of the electricity costs for air conditioning needs. There are three examples in the page, just follow them. One of the examples deals with cooling down a party - play with the numbers yourself and enjoy!
Now there's no more guesswork. You know your air conditioning needs, and with this spreadsheet you can tell if savings will make up for a higher price tag on a more efficient unit.
The Seasonal Surge of Furnace-Related Searches: A Deep Dive into Google Trends
As the chill of winter approaches, many of us turn our attention to the warmth of our homes, often overlooking the humble furnace filter. Yet, Google search trends reveal a surprising seasonal pattern in furnace-related queries, with a notable peak during the holiday season. This article delves into the intricacies of these trends, uncovering the unexpected times when furnace filters become a hot topic—potentially even as holiday gifts. Join us as we explore the data behind these seasonal searches and consider the implications for our cozy winter abodes.
Saving On Air Conditioner Repairs
Air conditioner repairs aren't cheap - they can easily cost hundreds of dollars. Quite often, the cost of labor is the biggest item on the invoice, if not the only one! Meanwhile, it's easy to significantly reduce or even completely avoid charges for air conditioner repairs. Most people miss this chance because it happens before the technician comes, but you won't miss it again after reading this article.
Saving On Furnace Repairs
Furnace repairs are costly - they can easily cost hundreds of dollars. Quite often, the cost of labor is the biggest item on the invoice, if not the only one! Meanwhile, you can significantly reduce or even completely avoid charges for furnace repairs. It's quite easy, but you need to do this before the repairman comes.
