Upgrading Air Conditioner to 14 seer unit, savings?

Question

I have a 10 seer unit. I find it hard to believe that upgrading to a 14 seer unit can save you 25-45 percent off your monthly electric bill? The AC guy said his company quotes 25% but it can be as high as 45%

Answer 1

number 1 is correct, number 2 you get a big negative you will never recover your money on a 19 seer unit...for what you will pay for it, how i know, work at a hvac supply house.........

Answer 2

Don't remember what the SEER rating was but in my old house, I switched from a regular outdoor A/C unit to a heat pump and my electric bill was cut in 1/2.

Have a heat pump in this house and electric only runs  $70-$150.  Thermostat stays around 79.

Answer 3

A simple answer is, don't fix it until it's broken. You would never be able to offset the amount you would pay by just changing it for the purpose of saving a few bucks. In order to have ultimate savings, you would need to have matching evaporator, and furnace. When your equipment is worn out, upgrade at that time. Thanks.

Answer 4

If your end up upgrading,(I agree w/above statement)

Go for 19 seer or higher,for maximum savings.