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re: HVAC guys...what is considered to be the best AC units for residential use nowadays?

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Posted by Hamma1122
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Posted on 5/24/17 at 2:19 pm to
Rheem
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
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Posted on 5/24/17 at 2:33 pm to
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(I did have a coil replaced already but thankfully it was under warranty). Outside of warranty I think that's a $1600-2k arse bath.


i'm also reading they make a special epoxy to fix leaks.

do you always have to replace in these scenarios or is it just a matter of finding a competent repairman?
Posted by Giantkiller
the internet.
Member since Sep 2007
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Posted on 5/24/17 at 2:41 pm to
I have 3 Trane units. A 2 stage 3 ton and 2 1.5 ton units. I also sprayfoamed the exterior walls and attic and my electric bill has never been more than $130.
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
93374 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 2:34 pm to
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I'll get slammed but since Daikin bought Goodman the QC has been fantastic and is actually a very solid hvac unit.


bump.

hey itnever, where did you get the goodman unit? did you buy it yourself or for some of your clients?
Posted by Koach K
Member since Nov 2016
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 2:35 pm to
Gas. Are we in Amish country all of a sudden?
Posted by btnetigers
South Louisiana
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 2:46 pm to
Armstrong Air
Posted by Slim Chance
Member since Oct 2012
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 2:48 pm to
I'm going on 3 years with my Trane with no problems. I pay 19.95 for a service contract. They come out once in summer, once in winter, to clean and inspect everything. I'm good about changing filters.

On a side note, I highly recommend A-1 air. They have a location in Baton Rouge and Port Allen. That's who did mine and everything works great.
Posted by LSUsmartass
Scompton
Member since Sep 2004
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 2:51 pm to
If you're in BR, call Central Heating and Air and let them install a Trane...I promise they're the best price in town
Posted by Sid in Lakeshore
Member since Oct 2008
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:20 pm to
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I would NOT go with Trane.

Every time I get the annual checkup for either the heater or the AC there's something wrong with it.



My trane is running for 8 years now without a hickup.

Annual check-up?

You are getting screwed.
Posted by Hamma1122
Member since Sep 2016
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:36 pm to
Rheem
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:47 pm to
anyone else have experiences with goodman good or bad?
Posted by jbgleason
Bailed out of BTR to God's Country
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20157 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:51 pm to
Have owned a bunch of homes and I have learned one thing about HVAC. Find an HONEST repair guy and treat him like gold. There is a bunch of BS from guys in that industry and they will screw you dry if given the chance.
Posted by Pettifogger
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Member since Feb 2012
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:55 pm to
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anyone else have experiences with goodman good or bad?



I just bought a Trane 2 hours ago to replace a Goodman. Fun times in an 85 degree house.

But in looking around it doesn't look like Goodman's are inherently shitty or anything (although I did see a few comments to that effect).

FWIW the one I'm replacing is a 2002.
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
93374 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 3:59 pm to
quote:

I just bought a Trane 2 hours ago to replace a Goodman. Fun times in an 85 degree house.

But in looking around it doesn't look like Goodman's are inherently shitty or anything (although I did see a few comments to that effect).

FWIW the one I'm replacing is a 2002.


i was going by meauxjeaux's comments on page 1 that since daikin bought them out they've been producing solid units.

the unit i'm replacing is at least 30 years old.
Posted by weadjust
Member since Aug 2012
15752 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 4:05 pm to
quote:

where did you get the goodman unit?


You can price a Goodman at the link below w free delivery.

LINK
Posted by CAD703X
Liberty Island
Member since Jul 2008
93374 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 4:25 pm to
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weadjust


what do you know about gas/electric all-in-one units?

i have one split unit which uses propane heat and i'm planning to extend the line to power this unit because i hate the heat pump i have now.

40k btu vs 60k but vs 80k btu is only about a $100 difference. why would i go with one over the other? does it have anything to do with how much gas is being delivered to the unit?
Posted by Restomod
Member since Mar 2012
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Posted on 7/6/17 at 4:26 pm to
Trane

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Posted by weadjust
Member since Aug 2012
15752 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 5:15 pm to
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40k btu vs 60k but vs 80k btu is only about a $100 difference.


Link to a BTU calculator. Too many or not enough BTUs is not good.

LINK

The BTU Calculator estimates the amount of BTUs required to heat or cool homes based on the dimensions, insulation conditions, and the desired temperature changes.
Posted by CORIMA
LAFAYETTE
Member since May 2014
532 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 5:49 pm to
Plenty of free info on Angie's list and hvac-talk.com
Posted by JDMMonroeTiger
Monroe
Member since Dec 2009
257 posts
Posted on 7/6/17 at 6:15 pm to
Does anyone know anything about York HVACs?
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