If your older AC system is unreliable at best, you’ll want to know more about variable speed systems before you buy any different type.

Variable-speed air handlers (the indoor components of AC systems) operate at different speeds which vary by the amount of cool air your house needs at that time. Lower speeds are used to maintain existing indoor temperatures. When your house heats up as outdoor temperatures rise, fan speed will increase to meet demand for cooler air.

That’s essentially how it works. Here are the benefits you’ll derive from owning a variable speed AC system.

• Lower energy costs. Variable speed air handlers run continuously, which is precisely why they consume less energy. By comparison, single-speed systems – like the one you probably have now – are either one or off, nothing in between. Each time they re-start, more energy is consumed to regain the temperature you were enjoying when the fan shut off. That frequent on and off action drives up energy costs and creates added system wear and tear.
• Better air quality. Since the variable speed air handler runs continuously, it’s also continuously filtering indoor air. That equates to less dust and other airborne pollutants to affect you.
• Quieter operation. Variable speed systems are super quiet by design. Add to that their continuous operation – as in, no frequent stopping and re-starting – and your home becomes even quieter.
• Reduced indoor humidity/moisture. Longer run times means your AC has more time to remove indoor humidity for added comfort and energy savings.

Contact C&D Cooling & Heating today to learn more about a new or replacement variable speed AC system. It’s a great way to cool your home and take a hefty bite out of your utility bills.