new hvac unit

[jasonandjen]

we have a tempstar "high-efficiency" 5000 airconditioner that was built in 1991. were thinking of replacing it just to save money on energy. i was wondering if anyone knew how i could figure out how many tons or what the seer rating is on my unit. ill provide as much info as i can on it below.
model# nca5030qkb1 mfr #30mca-00089cr

im hoping someone on here knows a little about hvac and can help guide us. is swapping one out as simple as swapping out the hvac unit outside and leaving the air handler and thermostat alone? about how much might that cost in labor once i buy my own unit?

 

[struggler44]

we have a tempstar "high-efficiency" 5000 airconditioner that was built in 1991. were thinking of replacing it just to save money on energy. i was wondering if anyone knew how i could figure out how many tons or what the seer rating is on my unit. ill provide as much info as i can on it below.
model# nca5030qkb1 mfr #30mca-00089cr

im hoping someone on here knows a little about hvac and can help guide us. is swapping one out as simple as swapping out the hvac unit outside and leaving the air handler and thermostat alone? about how much might that cost in labor once i buy my own unit?

2.5 tons and it's probably a 10 seer, that was high in '91

 

[Baja28]

we have a tempstar "high-efficiency" 5000 airconditioner that was built in 1991. were thinking of replacing it just to save money on energy. i was wondering if anyone knew how i could figure out how many tons or what the seer rating is on my unit. ill provide as much info as i can on it below.
model# nca5030qkb1 mfr #30mca-00089cr

im hoping someone on here knows a little about hvac and can help guide us. is swapping one out as simple as swapping out the hvac unit outside and leaving the air handler and thermostat alone? about how much might that cost in labor once i buy my own unit?

See this thread---> http://forums.somd.com/life-southern-maryland/229723-heat-pump-replacement-costs.html

The higher the SEER the more efficient and more money you save on the electric bill. Both units should be replaced. FoosballPaul price is bogus in that thread. You cannot buy the equipment for that price. Expect to pay $5K plus.

 

[SMECO]

A typical central air conditioner or heat pump system is a “split” system consisting of an outdoor unit and indoor unit. When replacing your air conditioning system, replace both so that they are properly matched for the highest level of efficiency, comfort, and reliability.

Also make sure to ask your qualified HVAC contractor for a load calculation, which uses your home’s design information to calculate equipment size. Your system must be properly sized to maximize comfort and efficiency. An undersized or oversized system can increase humidity, reduce comfort, increase your utility bills, and even shorten the life of the equipment.

Learn about SMECO’s current rebate offers at www.smeco.coop/save/heatcool. You can save between $175 and $400 for qualified installations. The site also contains a list of participating HVAC contractors.

The rebate programs are part of the EmPOWER Maryland Energy Efficiency Act.

 

[Freefaller]

We Just Replaced An Old Unit

My wife and I just replaced a 12 year old Tempstar unit (hated it, it was a piece of junk and Ill never,ever buy Tempstar again) We used Potter Heating and Electric and had them install a new High efficiency YORK unit. (I don't have the specs with me) The installers were great! We also qualified for rebates from YORK and SMECO so we bought the highest SEER rated equipment. The difference in our electric bill this summer is amazing. It was well worth the investment!

 

[bulldog]

Replace it with Geo-Thermal.