If your current air conditioner in Chesapeake, VA, is on its last leg, look into your replacement options. Moreover, you don’t need to settle for another single-speed or single-stage air conditioner. Variable-speed air conditioners offer several advantages and can save you money in the following ways:
How Variable-Speed Air Conditioners Operate
First of all, a variable-speed AC system runs more continuously than a single-speed air conditioner. During each cycle, it can speed up or slow down according to how far or how close the temperature is from the set point. This continual operation won’t bother you because a variable-speed unit is very quiet.
Less Energy Use, Less Wear and Tear
Because a variable-speed AC system doesn’t always run at 100% capacity, it uses less energy on the whole. This translates to savings on your monthly bill.
In addition, this minimizes wear and tear on the AC system. After all, turning the air conditioner on and off all the time damages its motor and compressor, and these aren’t cheap to replace. A variable-speed AC system requires fewer air conditioning repairs over the years and lasts longer.
You Can Set Your Thermostat Higher
With a variable-speed AC system, you don’t have to deal with high humidity or warm spots in certain rooms. This increase in your comfort can allow you to bump up the set point a few degrees. Every increase in the set point can help you save on your energy bill because it minimizes air conditioning use in general.
Give us a call at Smiley’s Heating & Cooling to discuss a possible AC installation for your home in Chesapeake, VA. Our NATE-certified service technicians will provide you with a free installation estimate. Know that we’re a Trane Comfort Specialist and back select Trane systems include a 10-year labor warranty.
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