The new year is an exciting time for change, and this one is no different! Starting on January 1, 2023, new regulations will go into effect for all heat pump and air conditioning systems nationwide. In line with its sustainability efforts, the Environmental Protection Agency is increasing the minimum energy efficiency by 8-10% in each region. The following specifications must be met by all units before they can be manufactured and sold:
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What does this mean for homeowners and business owners? Those who are looking to upgrade their units in the new year may see prices increase as early as the beginning of 2023. Luckily, at Cornerstone Pros, we’ve always got your back! We have partnered with Service Finance, GreenSky, and FTL Finance to offer you incredible HVAC financing options that let you buy now and pay later with up to 5 years of 0% interest payments for qualified buyers.
Give us a call at [insert nr] to speak with one of our friendly staff members if you have questions or want to schedule a consultation. We’ll happily walk you through the available options so that you can find the best solution to take your comfort to the next level!
Only homeowners and business owners who plan to upgrade their heat pump or air conditioning units in 2023 will be affected by the new HVAC regulations. If you’re happy with your current HVAC system and not looking to replace it anytime soon, you don’t have to worry!
No. You don’t have to replace your current AC unit if it’s working properly and has a long shelf life. The same goes for any homeowners who recently had an AC installation completed.
SEER and SEER2 measure the same thing — the cooling output of an air conditioner or heat pump over a typical cooling season. The difference is that SEER2 is calculated based on more rigorous testing procedures that better represent external conditions. SEER2 ratings are typically going to be about 4-5% lower than SEER ratings. For example, 13.4 SEER2 is the equivalent of 14 SEER.
New energy-efficient equipment is more expensive to manufacture and, therefore, will cost more to purchase.
