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SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2) is a rating system that measures the energy efficiency of air conditioning and heat pump systems. It replaced the older SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) system in 2023, with SEER2 providing a more accurate reflection of real-world operating conditions. A higher SEER2 rating indicates greater energy efficiency, potentially leading to lower energy bills and reduced environmental impact. 

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Your heating and cooling systems work incredibly hard to perform their functions for your home every day. The constant stopping, starting and continual operation can wear down any machine if the proper care and maintenance are delayed. However, by performing regular maintenance, you can maximize the lifecycle of your heating or cooling unit and guard against many common equipment failures. Preventive maintenance inspections performed on a regular basis can uncover leaks, rust, rot, soot, frayed wires and corroded electrical contacts that the naked eye may not notice. You should have maintenance done on your system regularly to ensure maximum efficiency and allow prevent possible problems that may occur in the near future.

At least once a year heat pumps and air conditioners require a professional tune-up. Heat pump and air conditioning unit inspections should also include inspections of the fan, compressor, indoor coils, outdoor coils, line kits and refrigerant lines.

As your local American Standard dealer, Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating is your troubleshooting expert and is glad to help you. In addition, Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems, also provides a network of troubleshooting technicians at Bryant Distribution centers across the country which Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating will utilize to solve your concern. Should we encounter a situation that requires additional factory help, we will contact our factory supported Service Manager(s) for assistance.

Since they are electronic, programmable thermostats are more accurate and efficient than thermostats that contain mercury. With programmable thermostats, you can control the temperature in your home at different times of day without ever touching your thermostat. Because everything is automatic, you will never forget to change the setting on your own.

Standard filters work to keep your system and its ductwork clean, but they don’t really improve indoor air quality. To do that you need a media filter. The media filter rests between the main return duct and the blower cabinet and will improve dust and particle removal by seven times that of a standard filter. However, upgrading to a pleated media filter will remove everything from insecticide dust to airborne viruses from the filtered air. Always choose a filter that matches your blower’s capacity. For optimum efficiency and filtration, Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating recommends that you replace your disposable filters at least once a month. If you have washable filters, they should be cleaned once a month.

The filter shipped with your higher efficiency filter unit is made from higher-quality materials than those of the disposable filters found in retail stores. For that reason, replacement filters can only be purchased through an professional dealer. However, keep in mind that some higher efficiency filters are reusable, and can be washed by hand in cold water.

As an Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems dealer, Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating is the best resource for identifying and supplying the correct, current parts for your system, as well as pricing and availability.

There are many factors that affect the sizing and specifications of your system, including square footage, insulation, window surface and configuration, geographic location of your home, duct sizing and arrangement, and many others. Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating can perform an in-home load analysis to determine which equipment combinations will perfectly suit your home and your family’s needs. Depending upon the construction of your home, one (1) ton of air conditioning can cool anywhere from 300 to 800 square feet of a home. The only way to ensure the size of the system you purchase will be large enough to cool your home, but not any larger than you need, is to have your home’s individual heating and cooling needs evaluated by a licensed professional.

Under the standard factory warranty, Bryant covers parts that fail during the warranty period due to a defect in the part. The warranty does not cover labor. A warranty certificate was included with your homeowner information packet and is specific to the model numbers, serial numbers and installation dates of your products. If you cannot find your warranty certificate, Troy Dupree’s A/C & Heating will also be able to provide you with the information.

Additional extended warranties for laboe are available through third party sources.

Dependable Bryant products are among the longest lasting heating and cooling products available. Typical life span for any brand is about 15-20 years. For your specific equipment, there are many variables that affect life expectancy, including, of course, the regularity of routine maintenance.

We want to make it affordable and easy to have your HVAC equipment serviced or repaired. Should you need a new system installation, we’ll work with you to stay within your budget. Our knowledgeable staff is ready with the latest information about programs that you can take advantage of to save you money on new heating and cooling equipment for your home.