Central AC recommendations??

jjrbus · 06-04-2010, 09:26 AM

I am researching replacing my central AC. It is currently a RUUD 2Ton. Is there a preferred brand??

More importantly is there a I would not put one of those in my house if they gave it to me for free, or a I am so sorry I bought Brand X?

As the SEER rating rises does the complexity and future problems rise also? IS there a good website to look for this info??

As usual any input, suggestions, thoughts, advice and wisecracks greatly appreciated.
JIm

**beenthere** · 06-04-2010, 03:26 PM

Brand makes little to no difference.

Higher SEER often has a better warranty. But SEER/efficiency increase doesn't make a system break down anymore then a lower SEER unit.

yuri · 06-04-2010, 07:34 PM

Improperly sized and not properly maintained on a yearly basis is the biggest reason they break down. You get what you pay for in quality and sound as you spend more $$ on similarly sized units.

06-04-2010, 09:26 AM	#1
jjrbus Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lee county FL Posts: 299	Central AC recommendations?? I am researching replacing my central AC. It is currently a RUUD 2Ton. Is there a preferred brand?? More importantly is there a I would not put one of those in my house if they gave it to me for free, or a I am so sorry I bought Brand X? As the SEER rating rises does the complexity and future problems rise also? IS there a good website to look for this info?? As usual any input, suggestions, thoughts, advice and wisecracks greatly appreciated. JIm

06-04-2010, 03:26 PM	#2
beenthere An old Tradesmen Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Posts: 19,069	Central AC recommendations?? Brand makes little to no difference. Higher SEER often has a better warranty. But SEER/efficiency increase doesn't make a system break down anymore then a lower SEER unit.

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Central AC recommendations??