Ashton Crusher wrote:
On Mon, 24 Sep 2007 22:21:08 -0400, Nate Nagel
wrote:
I've always bought the cheapest I can get. Not that I buy very many
but I've put a few on rental houses over the years. Even the cheapest
have lasted at least 20 years here in Phoenix. I have one house with
a Carrier unit that the original builder installed on it back in 1971.
Most recently, a couple months ago, I got estimates for a new unit for
another house. The Goodman (and installer) were about half the price
of the Trane (from a different installer). Looking at the Goodman I
didn't see any obvious difference between it and an other unit I've
ever eyeballed. And it used a Copeland scroll compressor which I've
heard is a very good compressor.
I am a retired HVAC/R contractor & have NO dog in this hunt.
I sold different Brands & did service work on all Brands.
I always look past the looks.
That is my point, the new Goodman units with the Copeland Scroll
compressor coupled with a TXV metering device is a lot of AC for that
initial investment with a great warranty. Coupled with a first rate
install it will transfer heat from your home with the best on the market.
I also prefer R-22 refrigerant systems, I believe, in a few years, new
refrigerants will be developed.
If you want PayBack, ultra high SEER is overrated!
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