The efficiency ratings for HVAC systems going to increase in 2023.
Across the country, units below 13 and SEER will no longer be manufactured.
Starting in 2023, HVAC manufacturers will be required to comply with new, enhanced testing standards, brought to life by new ratings systems SEER2, HSPF2 and EER2. These new ratings are designed to more reflect how your system will perform after installation..
SEER2 and HSPF2 are very similar to SEER and HSPF standards, and the ratings will reflect the results of the new testing standards.
SEER2 and EER2 efficiency ratings will be 5% lower than current ratings, and HSPF2 approximately 15% lower.
you will notice that both SEER and SEER2 ratings, will be published for all our air conditioners, heat pumps and residential package units..
And these new regulations may affect availability.
Split Air Conditioners SEER, 12.2 EER* 14.3 SEER2, 11.7 EER2**...
Split Air Conditioners 14.5 SEER, 11.7 EER* 13.8 SEER2, 11.2 EER2**...
You will still be able to purchase and install unit below the efficiency standards, as long as it was manufactured prior to 2023... *10.2 EER if SEER ≥ 16 **9.8 EER2 if SEER2 ≥ 15.2..
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