Evaluate Your Options

Estimate | Efficiency extras | Annual savings from replacing air conditioner | Start saving today

To ensure you choose the system that's right for you, here is some key information you'll want your contractor to provide before making a final decision.

Estimate

Have your contractor prepare a written estimate that includes the following:

Efficiency extras

Ask your contractor these important questions:

• Are preventive maintenance programs available for your A/C system?
• Will a programmable thermostat help you save even more?
• Does your duct system have holes or leaks that need repair?
• Is your home's ceiling sufficiently insulated?

You could save $100's cooling your home

A more efficient system can save money on your cooling and heating costs and FPL may also provide you with a rebate.

Use the calculator below to see how much you could save by replacing your home's current A/C system.

We'll help you to compare A/C systems you're considering by

• size
• efficiency ratings (i.e. SEER)
• estimated annual savings and
• FPL rebate

Calculate your savings now!

Annual Cooling Cost Calculator

	How much can a new A/C unit save me? A/C Size: (Home Square Footage) 2.0 ton ( 900 - 1,200 sq.ft.) 2.5 ton (1,200 - 1,500 sq.ft.) 3.0 ton (1,500 - 1,800 sq.ft.) 3.5 ton (1,750 - 2,100 sq.ft.) 4.0 ton (2,000 - 2,400 sq.ft.) 4.5 ton (2,300 - 2,700 sq.ft.) 5.0 ton (2,500 - 3,000 sq.ft.) If efficiency (SEER) of existing air conditioner is: SEER 9   SEER 10   SEER 11   SEER 12   SEER 13 And efficiency (SEER) of new air conditioner is: SEER 14  SEER 15  SEER 16  SEER 17  SEER 18  SEER 19  SEER 20  Your estimated annual savings is: FPL straight cool rebate:       OR FPL heat pump rebate: Note: Costs based on 2,800 annual cooling hours and 12 cents per kwh. Actual A/C system size needed to cool your home depends on factors in addition to square footage. Consult your contractor for an evaluation of your home's needs.

Check out A/C 101: Words to Save By for explanations of system types, efficiency ratings, and size.

Start saving today

To see how installing a new A/C system can impact your electric bill, take FPL's Online Home Energy Survey. It's also an easy and convenient way to get a personalized, expert analysis of your home's energy use, along with specific ways to save.