$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
Maximum estimated savings
Annual operating cost
For the highest energy efficiency and best rebates, it’s important to choose an HVAC system with an eligible efficiency rating, usually 15.2 SEER2 and above. As you’ll see below, the higher the SEER2 rating, the less energy the system needs to keep your home comfortable – and the greater the annual energy cost savings.
Higher efficiency means lower costs
Heat pumps use a minimal amount of electricity to transfer heat for year-round heating and cooling, making them an efficient alternative to traditional gas and oil heating and a significant reduction in emissions.
Upgrades may cost more at first, but that initial investment is quickly recouped with the monthly savings homeowners will see on their utility bills.
Energy Efficiency
10 SEER
12 SEER
$78
Savings
12 SEER
$128
Savings
15 SEER
$134
Savings
16 SEER
$177
Savings
18 SEER
$202
Savings
20 SEER
$251
Savings
Annual operating cost
10 SEER
12 SEER
$182
Savings
12 SEER
$283
Savings
15 SEER
$300
Savings
16 SEER
$328
Savings
18 SEER
$351
Savings
20 SEER
$411
Savings
$0
$100
$300
$500
$700
Maximum estimated savings
Annual operating cost
Annual operating cost
Air Conditioning
Heat Pump
$200
$400
$600
*These figures represent the expected overall performance and operating costs of a 3-ton HVAC unit at $.11 per kilowatt hour, based on average weather and location for one year. Operating costs vary depending on climate conditions, home characteristics, energy rates, and usage patterns. Savings not guaranteed.
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
10 SEER
12 SEER
$78
Savings
12 SEER
$128
Savings
15 SEER
$134
Savings
16 SEER
$177
Savings
18 SEER
$202
Savings
20 SEER
$251
Savings
Maximum estimated savings
Annual operating cost
Annual operating cost
Air Conditioning