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Air Conditioners

Air conditioners may look similar, but their Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating (SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2) can vary widely. For air conditioners, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) new minimum efficiency standards vary by region, so your choice of AC units will depend on where you live.

The DOE’s regional breakdown by state is as follows:

  • North
    • 14.0 SEER/ 13.4 SEER2
  • Southeast
    • 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
    • 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
  • Southwest
    • 15.0 SEER/ 14.3 SEER2
    • 12.2 EER/11.7 EER2
DOE Regional SEER Breakdown Map

SEER Versus SEER2

SEER2 is an updated rating standard introduced by the DOE. SEER2 standards are intended to provide a better gauge of typical home operating conditions whereas the older SEER rating utilized very precise protocols to determine ratings in ideal conditions. SEER2 standards include updated testing means that give a better indication of how a unit will operate in the real world.

Much like miles-per-gallon for a car, SEER/SEER2 and EER/EER2 offer an easy way to compare efficiencies of different products – the higher the rating, the more efficient the unit. Just be sure you are comparing either SEER vs SEER or SEER2 vs SEER2 (same for EER/EER2).

EER2 Versus SEER2

EER2 and SEER2 both evaluate an air conditioner’s energy efficiency, but they’re concerned with two different types of temperature conditions:

  • EER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency at the peak cooling temperature of 95°F.
  • SEER2 measures an air conditioner’s efficiency throughout an entire cooling season, with temperatures ranging from 65°F to 104°F.

All About Care Heating & Air Can Help You Choose

We currently offer a line of air conditioners that meet the local minimum rating and go all the way up to a 24 SEER2. Depending on your average usage, higher SEER2/EER2 air conditioners can significantly reduce your electric bill.

Additionally, we offer many air conditioners that have advanced features, such as 2-stage compressors and variable speed fan operation. These features not only improve the comfort level of your home but can provide additional energy savings as well. Call us now at (336) 771-9000.

Air Conditioning Product Offering

SL28XCV

Dave Lennox Signature SL28XCV Air Conditioner

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Model Family: SL28XCV
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 25.8 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
Sound Level: As low as 59 dB
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Variable-Capacity Inverter Compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Limited Warranty On Compressor And Covered Components
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-Year Limited Warranty On Compressor And Covered Components
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • iComfort®-enabled for easy control at your fingertips
  • SmartHinge™ coil protection for easy coil cleaning
  • Reinforced with a PermaGuard™ cabinet for long-lasting protection against rust and corrosion
  • SilentComfort™ technology for peace, quiet and comfort
  • Quantum Coil–featuring a proprietary aluminum alloy exclusive to Lennox–is designed to weather the harshest elements.
XC21

Dave Lennox Signature® Collection XC21 Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XC21
Efficiency SEER2: up to 19.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
Sound Level: As low as 69 dB
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Two-stage scroll compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-Year Limited Warranty on covered components including compressor
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-Year Limited Warranty on covered components including compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • The most efficient two-stage central air conditioner you can buy
  • SunSource® Solar-Ready option--allows you to add solar modules and create a solar powered system that generates electricity
  • iComfort®-enabled technology--allows the air conditioner, when installed with the easy-to-use programmable iComfort Wi-Fi&re
  • High-efficiency outdoor coil--provides exceptional heat transfer and low air resistance for high-efficiency operation
  • SilentComfort™ technology delivers sound levels as low as 69 dB, approximately 20% quieter than a standard air conditioner
  • Precision-balanced, direct-drive fan--delivers ultra quiet operation with a patent-pending fan design
  • SilentComfort fan grille--provides vortex suppression to reduce sound of airflow exiting unit
  • Insulated compressor compartment--minimizes operating sounds with innovative, industry-leading materials
  • Humiditrol® whole-home dehumidification system; compatible--allowing the system to manage the moisture in your home
  • SilentComfort™ Outdoor Fan Motor with Composite Fan Blades
  • PermaGuard™ Cabinet--heavy-gauge, galvanized steel construction, louver coil guard, baked-on powder finish
  • SmartHinge™ louver design--allows quick, easy access to interior components from all sides for cleaning and maintenance.
EL18XCV

Elite Series EL18XCV Air Conditioner

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Model Family: EL18XCV
Efficiency SEER2: up to 18.8 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
Sound Level: As low as 72 dB
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Variable Capacity scroll compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 5 year parts warranty
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10 Year limited Warranty on Compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • iComfort®-enabled technology
  • PermaGuard™ Cabinet and SmartHinge(TM) Louver Design
  • Removes Humidity From the Home
  • This product may be eligible for valuable 10-Year Limited Extended Warranty coverage with product registration.
ML14XC1

Merit® Series Single-Stage Air Conditioner

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Model Family: ML14XC1
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 17 SEER
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
Sound Level: As low as 73 dB
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Single-Stage Scroll Compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 5-Year Limited Warranty on covered components including compressor.
Factory Warranty Compressor: 5-Year Limited Warranty on covered components including compressor.
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • PermaGuard™ Cabinet
  • This product may be eligible for valuable 10-Year Limited Extended Warranty coverage with product registration.

Trane® Air Conditioning Product Offering

XV20i

XV20i TruComfort™ Variable Speed Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XV20i
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 21.5 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
Sound Level: As low as 55 DBA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Climatuff® Variable Speed inverter compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10 Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 12 Year limited warranty on compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Compressor Sound Insulator
  • Woven Spine Fin coil
  • Variable-speed fan motor
  • Swept fan blade
  • ComfortLink II capability
  • Simplified Two-Wire Connection
XL17i

Two- Stage XL17i Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XL17i
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 17.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: Energy Star®
Sound Level: 72-74 DbA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: 2-stage Climatuff® compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10 Year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 12 Year limited warranty on compressor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Full-side louvered panels
  • Spine Fin™ coil
  • Swept fan blade
XR16

XR16 Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XR16
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 16.2 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: Energy Star®
Sound Level: 72-74 DbA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Two Stage Climatuff® compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year limited warranty on internal functional parts.
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year limited warranty on compressor.
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Spine Fin™ coil
  • Upgraded fan motor
  • Full-side louvered panels protect your investment
  • Corrosion-resistant Weatherguard™ fasteners
  • Unique DuraTuff™ non-corrosive base pan
  • Quick-Sess cabinet with full coil protection
XR13

XR13 Air Conditioner

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Model Family: XR13
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 13.8 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: N/A
Energy Star Rated: N/A
Sound Level: 71-75 DbA
Refrigerant Type: R-410A
Compressor: Climatuff® compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year limited warranty on internal functional parts
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year limited warranty on compressor.
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Spine Fin™ coil
  • Full-side louvered panels protect your investment
  • Baked-on powder paint resists rust
  • Unique DuraTuff™ non-corrosive basepan

Carrier Air Conditioner Product Offering

24VNA6

Infinity® Variable-Speed Air Conditioner with Greenspeed® Intelligence

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Model Family: 24VNA6
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 24 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: Up to 16 EER2
Energy Star Rated: Energy Star®
Sound Level: as low as 51 decibels
Refrigerant Type: Puron®
Compressor: Variable Speed Compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year Parts Limited Warranty with timely Registration
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year unit replacement limited warranty for compressor failures only
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Includes Greenspeed intelligence
  • Advanced humidity control - Can remove up to 400% more moisture than standard systems.
  • Over-the-air software update capabilities
  • Bluetooth® connectivity for enhanced service & diagnostics
  • Compressor sound blanket and Silencer System II™ design
  • Filter drier system protection from moisture and contaminants
  • WeatherArmor™ Ultra protection for durability
  • Up to 50% quieter than our nearest competitor
24VNA9

Infinity® Variable-Speed Central Air Conditioner

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Model Family: 24VNA9
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 19 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: Up to 13 EER2
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
Sound Level: As low as 56 DBA
Refrigerant Type: Puron®
Compressor: Variable, 5-stage compressor operation for ultimate comfort and quiet
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year parts limited warranty when properly registered.
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year compressor limited warranty when properly registered.
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Compressor sound blanket and Silencer System II™ design
  • Filter drier system protection from moisture and contaminants
  • Optimal humidity and temperature control when managed by the Infinity® Touch control
  • WeatherArmor Ultra™ protection
24SPA6

Performance™ Central Air Conditioner

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Model Family: 24SPA6
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 16.5 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: Up to 13.5 EER2
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® certified
Sound Level: as low as 72 decibels
Refrigerant Type: Puron
Compressor: Single-stage Compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year parts limited warranty upon timely registration
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year compressor limited warranty upon timely registration
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • Compressor Sound Blanket
24SCA5

Comfort™ Central Air Conditioner

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Model Family: 24SCA5
Efficiency SEER2: Up to 16.5 SEER2
Efficiency EER2: Up to 13.5 EER2
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® certified
Sound Level: As low as 73 decibels
Refrigerant Type: Puron
Compressor: Single-stage Compressor
Factory Warranty Parts: 10-year parts limited warranty upon timely registration
Factory Warranty Compressor: 10-year parts limited warranty upon timely registration
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
  • WeatherArmor™ cabinet protection