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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.

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Estimate

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

Feature

Question

System type

 Is the system
  • straight cool or
  • heat pump?
    		•

    Efficiency

    What efficiency (i.e., SEER) is recommended?

    Size

    How large a system do you need?
    Do you need a heat load calculation? Are your ducts properly sized?

    FPL rebates

    Will your new system qualify for an FPL high-efficiency rebate? Are other manufacturers' rebates available?

    Warranty

    What parts and labor are covered and for how long?

    Price

    Are all costs and any changes to your home's electrical or duct systems included?

    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)

    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.