Another important thing a homeowner can do for the environment is to purchase a highly energyefficient system. Energyefficient systems result in cost savings for the homeowner. Todays best air conditioners use much less energy to produce the same amount of cooling as air conditioners made in the mid1970s. Even if your air conditioner is only 10 years old, you may save significantly on your cooling energy costs by replacing it with a newer, more efficient model. Products with EPAs Energy Star® label can save homeowners 10 to 40 on their heating and cooling bills every year. These products are made by most major manufacturers and have the same features as standard products but also incorporate energy saving technology. Both R22 and R410A systems may have the Energy Star® label. Equipment that displays the Energy Star® label must have a minimum seasonal energy efficiency ratio SEER. The higher the SEER specification, the more efficient the equipment. More information on Energy Star and energyefficient air conditioning can be found through the following links:

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