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Trane Heating Equipment: Trane HVAC Gilbert AZ Heating Solutions

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in Heat Pumps, HVAC Sales, Trane.

With nightly Gilbert temperatures dipping into the mid-thirties, selecting the right Trane HVAC Gilbert AZ heating solution for your home or business can increase your comfort while also saving on heating expenses. Trane specializes in heat pumps. The company has been around for over 125 years. They build durable and effective HVAC products designed for home, office and industry.

Whether hot or cold, a Trane heat pump provides cost-efficient Gilbert HVAC services. Although the term “Heat Pump” suggests heating only, Trane products deliver cool air in the summer as well as hot air in the winter. During construction, many Gilbert, AZ homeowners may opt to install a furnace for heating and leave off the cooling for later addition in the form of one or more window-unit air conditioners. An installed Gilbert heat pump eliminates the need for excessive and expensive-to-operate window equipment.

Trane HVAC Gilbert HP solutions ship in four energy-efficient classifications:

  • Standard
  • High
  • Super
  • Ultra.

The following close-up from Arizona’s American Cooling and Heating will help you determine which Trane HVAC Gilbert heat pump best fits the heating and cooling requirements of your home.

 

Standard Efficiency Units: Trane XB13 and Trane XB14

Although listed as standard units, the durable Trane XB13 and XB14 units are crafted to provide efficient and economical heating and cooling services. The optional “CleanEffects” feature incorporates advanced allergy-inducing particle filtration. Although similar in durability and performance, the two units differ in SEER ratings. The XB14 rates a 15.00 SEER rank and exceeds the minimum federal Energy Star requirements. The XB13 SEER rating tops 13.00 but fails to comply with minimum Energy Star regulations.

Otherwise, both units provide:

  • An HSPF up to 8.5
  • Nominal sound ratings of 78
  • A 5-year warranty on coil and functional parts
  • A 10-year warranty on the compressor
  • And options for an extended warranty.

 Either unit is ideal for a small home or small office. Both are Trane-reliable, Trane-durable and provide cost-efficient heating and cooling.

 

High Efficiency Units: Trane XR13, Trane XR14 and Trane XR15

Shipping out of the crate with a limited registered warranty of ten years for the coil, compressor and functional parts, the Trane high efficiency units provide effective Trane HVAC Gilbert heating and cooling solutions for home and office. An extended warranty is also available for any Trane high efficiency heat pump system.

Base features include:

  • Nominal sound levels from 75 to 76, depending on which unit is selected
  • The XR15 is Energy Star efficient and rates 9.0 HSPF and 16.50 SEER
  • The Trane XR14 pulls 9.0 HSPF and a SEER rating of 15.00
  • The Trane XR13 comes in a little weaker at 8.5 HSPF and 14.00 SEER
  • Neither the 13 nor the 14 rate Energy Star.

Trane high efficiency units work well in small to mid-size homes. They are less expensive than the power units in the Super and the Ultra class, but they are also less efficient. Going this route involves a tradeoff between initial startup costs versus long-term energy savings. But either way you go, Trane HVAC Gilbert heat pump solutions will keep you toasty in the winter and cool during the long Arizona summer.

 

Super Efficiency Units: Trane XL14i and Trane XL15i

Both models of the Trane Super Efficiency heat pump units meet and exceed the federal Energy Star requirements. SEER rating marks the only distinction between the two units: The Trane XL14i comes in at 15.25 or less and the Trane XL15i comes in at 16.0 or less. Other specs match and include:

  • A 74 on the noise measurement scale
  • A 9.0 HSPF
  • An out-of-the-crate 12-year warrant on coil, compressor and parts.
  • An optional extended warranty is also available.

These units are designed for Trane HVAC Gilbert install in mid-size to large homes or offices. They also work well under certain commercial requirements.

 

Ultra Efficiency Units: Trane XL16i and Trane XL20i

You may, by now, have noticed that each increase in efficiency and performance also includes an increase in the model numbering system. Trane Energy Star rated Ultra efficiency systems provide top HSPF ranging from 9.0 to 9.2. The cooling range for the Trane XL16i is 17.00 SEER. The Trane XL20i puts out a 19.00 SEER rating. The XL20i also includes dual compressors for two-stage operation.

Both units provide:

  • Nominal sound reading as low as 74
  • A limited 12-year warranty on the compressor
  • A 10-year warranty on the coil and functional parts
  • Durable construction
  • Top-line energy efficiency.

 

Install a Trane HVAC Gilbert Heat Pump Solution Today

Trane heat pumps provide long-term savings on home and office heating and cooling expenses. The company is well known, reliable and proven. To take a longer look at Trane Heat Pump Installation, click here.

 

 

 

Will the Trane HR15 Heat Pump Fit Your Mesa HP Installation Goals?

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Repair, AC Service, Heat Pumps, Heating, Trane, Uncategorized.

 Examining the Trane HR15 Heat Pump as a Residential Mesa HP Installation Solution

In this close-up look at the Trane XR15 heat pump series, Arizona-based American Cooling and Heating leaps beyond the concept of HP specifications, performance ratings and pricing. Right-sizing residential Mesa HVAC equipment installation demands knowledge that exceeds verbatim brochure statements. It’s time for heat pump vendors, HVAC installation teams and manufacturers to provide consumers with a more concrete reason for why a specific HP best suits the needs of their home. 

In a day that is driven by articles and talk of energy efficient heating and cooling, most Arizona homeowners already understand the terminology and measures of efficiency applied to home, office and commercial HVAC products. The same is true of Trane heat pump and air conditioning equipment. For over 100 years, the name Trane has represented heating and cooling products of quality, innovation and reliability. It began in 1913 and carries through even unto today. Trane products available for use in your Mesa HP installation project excel in every aspect of performance. The company is committed to providing American and the world with the best possible heating and cooling solutions for every need.

 

Trane HR15 Heat Pump – Basic Specifications

If you are ready to upgrade or install a new Mesa heat pump, you have reviewed or you are in the process of reviewing the basic definitions of SEER and HSPF. If you need a refresher, click here to view the ACH heating and air conditioning glossary. From Air Change to Zoning, the detailed and alpha-sorted American Cooling and Heating glossary defines every aspect of HVAC terminology. Make yourself at home.

However, Trane heat pumps are classified by model, series and performance expectations. Each series can be clearly identified by specific features. When considering the Trane HR15 heat pump for your Mesa AZ home, the basic specs are as follows:

  • SEER Ratings – Up to 16.50
  • HSPF Performance – Up to 9.00
  • Compressor – Available in Trane Climatuff®
  • Coil – Utilizes the exclusive features of the Trane Spine Fin™
  • Refrigerant – R-410A
  • Warranty – 10 years on compressor, outdoor coil and internal functional parts.

 

Comparison Considerations – Why the Trane XR15 Heat Pump in Mesa?

While investigating and comparing heating and cooling systems, you may want to contrast the efficiency versus costs of the Trane XR15 heat pump series to the company’s XR16 and XR13. Although your choices may be limited by the size of your home, overlap between models and series does occur. Under certain conditions, it may be advisable to downgrade or upgrade your Mesa heat pump installation plans. Perhaps a smaller XR16 makes a better fit than a large XR15 or perhaps a smaller XR15 makes a better fit than a larger XR13. These are questions that you must ask your Mesa heat pump installation expert.

For example: The low-end Trane 1.5 ton XR15 model 4TWR5018G pumps out 18,000 BTUH while the low-end Trane 2.0 ton XR13 4TWR3024D pumps out 23,000 BTUH. However, the XR13 is not supported by the EcoRebates associated with the XR15. Likewise, the low-end Trane 2.0 ton HR16 4TWR6024A heat pump puts out 24,000 BTUH while the 2.0-ton Trane XR15 4TWR5030G models push out the same 24,000 BTUH. Yet the low-end XR16 may cost as much as $1000 more than the XR15 (1).

For quick comparison of price versus efficiency, consider the following:

  • XR13 — Priced about half as high as the XR16, and only 1/3 less than the XR15
  • XR16 — Priced twenty-percent higher than the XR15 and nearly fifty-percent higher than the XR13
  • XR13 — Performance efficiency only twenty-percent less than the XR16 and roughly fifteen-percent less than the XR15
  • XR16 — Highest performance efficiency of the group yet only eight to ten percent better than the XR15 (2).

Consider then: When comparing cost to efficiency, the Trane XR16 delivers slow return on a long-term investment. However, the unit is designed to provide better control over the internal temperatures of your Mesa home. Likewise, the Trane XR13 provides the most efficiency gain for the cost yet misses out on the EcoRepates and may not be suited for your specific home conditions.

The Trane XR15 heat pump is not always the best choice, but you should consider it as a great mid-range option. With the XR15, you get:

  • Reasonable initial pricing
  • Remarkable performance efficiency
  • Quicker payback than what comes with the more pricey systems
  • AND the same quality American Cooling and Heating Mesa heat pump installation services regardless of your system choice.

Only a trained air conditioning expert can really help you determine which heating and cooling system is right for your Arizona home. The ACH team is on hand to provide 24/7 free heat pump installation estimates.  You want honest guidance, straightforward pricing and reliable heat pump installation. Call ACH now.

 

 

 

 

  1. http://www.qualitysmith.com/request/articles/articles-hvac/trane-heat-pump-prices
  2. http://www.trane.com/residential/products/heat-pumps/xr15-heat-pumps

 

Arizona Air Filtration, The Importance of Indoor Air Quality

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Installation, Air Cleaners, Air Purification, Trane.

Arizona Air FiltrationCan Installing Arizona Air Filtration Devices Improve Your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)

Recent reports evidence the benefits Arizona Air Filtration has on the effect of Phoenix indoor air quality. According to the Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency, area homeowners don’t have to risk the IAQ dangers associated with radon. The report “Radon Doesn’t Have To Be A Problem,” identifies clear health benefits linked to Arizona air filtration. According to the Radiation Regulatory Agency, radon IAQ problems can be reduced by any of three differing methods:

  • Use an air filtration device to capture, filter and re-inject the ducted supply lines of central forced air heating and A/C systems
  • Install a stand-alone central Arizona air filtration system on homes that lack central A/C and central heating
  • Install console HEPA filter systems in Phoenix regional homes that lack space for forced air duct systems.

Controlling the problem by use of air filtration devices is dependent upon the existing type of heating and cooling system – or the lack thereof of any central HVAC units. The Arizona-based Regulatory Agency goes on to advise homeowners concerning current radon management systems versus new technology systems. Many regional homes may us active soil depressurization systems, yet the Agency suggests that applying one of the three air filtration solutions can not only control radon but also reduce the effects of allergies and asthma. If your radon levels are relatively low, the Agency says you might be better off considering new indoor air control technology.

Furthermore, the Agency offers the following primary instructions for correct application and assured performance:

  • HEPA Connections – Hire a qualified Arizona HVAC mechanical contractor for the installation. If possible, your indoor air quality system should connect to your existing air conditioning or furnace duct-work.
  • Testing – Ensure that your air filtration system effectively manages the radon decay level in your home.

Understand that radon is not reduced, but rather the harmful radon decay products are reduced. Understand also that Arizona air filtration is only effectively appropriate for radon levels from 4 to 8 pCi/L.

 

Radon Only One Danger Managed By Effective Arizona Air Filtration

State indoor radon sampling indicates that Arizona homes may slightly exceed the EPA recommended action level for radon concentrations. But this is a rate that hangs near to the national average.

The good news: Temperatures is Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale and other Arizona regions tend to help reduce the amount of radon that is drawn into a home. The bad news: Arizona sub floor forced air conditioning systems often use return air ducts that run on the soil below slab floors. This results in overall poorer indoor air quality. Here are some steps you can take to immediately reduce the problem:

  • When weather permits, ventilate your home
  • Open some windows
  • Open doors and use freestanding fans to force exterior air to pass through your home
  • Contact American Cooling and Heating for immediate installation of Trane Clean Effects Whole Home Filtration.

But remember: Indoor air quality is not just about radon. According to the U.S. EPA, indoor air pollutants fall into two categories: 1) Particulate matter such as animal dander, dust, molds, pollen and smoke 2) Gaseous pollutants such as arises from adhesives, cleaning products, gas cooking, pesticides and varnish.

Clean air systems can remove many indoor air contaminates. Air filtration devices function on the order of particle removers, gaseous pollutant removers and pollutant destruction devices. American Cooling and Heating is licensed, bonded and insured to handle your Arizona air conditioning and indoor air quality problems. We can install, repair or inspect your existing HVAC equipment.

For help in deciding which indoor air filtration device, click here, is best for your Arizona home contact American Cooling and Heating today.

 

 

 

 

Trane Air Conditioning Voted Best Home Air Conditioning For U.S. Homes

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Installation, AC Service, Cooling Tips, Trane.

Best Home Air Conditioning Guarantee in PhoenixWomenCertified® Awards Trane Air Conditioning HVAC Equipment Best Home Air Conditioning For 2013 Global Indoor Comfort Solutions 

With release of the July 2013 Women’s Choice Award®, Trane Air Conditioning reaps back-to-back support as the best home Air Conditioning and HVAC equipment available for your U.S. home. For the Phoenix homeowners who recently purchased a Trane AC or a Trane Heat Pump, it’s a confirmation of wisdom that tickles your insides. For new buyers, it’s a key to making the right Arizona AC decisions.

Selecting the right home heating and cooling system can be difficult but when you get hold of something good, and then find out later that a majority of other consumers have also made the same choice for excellence, it: 

  • Ignites confidence in your own buying decisions
  • Promotes trust in your Phoenix AC installer and dealer
  • AND gives you “bragging rights” with your friends. 

The 2013 Women’s Choice Award® for best home-brand Air Conditioning is established via the input of 5,000 women selectively chosen to take the national survey. As a standard for smart buying decisions, the Women’s Choice Award® collectively identifies home appliances and equipment that is most often trusted and recommended by U.S. and global homeowners. In the 2013 survey for most recommended Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment in the home category, Trane Air Conditioning pulled top ratings. 

As can be expected, Ingersoll Rand, the Trane mother company, has expressed great pleasure in the Award. Ingersoll President of Residential Solutions, Gary Michel, says “Trane is committed to innovation, reliability and excellence for all of our customers.” 

Seeking Buying Tips For Home Air Conditioning Equipment

According to 2012 reports from Nielsen Research, approximately 92 percent of American buyers never make a major buying decision without seeking the recommendation of their peers. Additionally, products ranked among the Women’s Choice Award® carriers one the highest levels of trust. In fact, a 2013 report from MedeliaMonitor confirms that 9 out of 10 women consider the Women’s Choice Award® a trusted resource for brand name identification.

Companies bearing the Women’s Choice seal stand out as reliable, efficient and durable. Arizona temperatures are nothing to play with. When the Arizona summer erupts across Mesa, Scottsdale and other Phoenix areas, you need the best home Air Conditioning system you can find. Well, American women have spoken. Trane heating and cooling meets the demands. WomenCertified®, Inc. is designed to help women help other women make wise home buying decisions. Today is today to make your smart choice for a Phoenix installed Trane AC system.

About Trane Air Conditioning 

As a brand of Ingersoll Rand, Trane air conditioning promotes a comfort-driven commitment to provide consumers with efficient, reliable and safe home and business environmental control. Products include commercial, transport and industrial heating and cooling solutions as well as the best home air conditioning on the market. Trane equipment is crafted to optimize indoor environments via specifics-adaptable AC systems, heating units and ventilation systems.

About WomenCertified®

As a premier marketing research firm, WomenCertified®, Inc. has developed the Women’s Choice Award to specifically provide women-to-women competitive brand research. The bias-free surveys are conducted through partnership with the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

About American Cooling and Heating

Established in 1993, American Cooling and Heating (ACH) provides Arizona AC installation, Arizona AC repair and Arizona AC maintenance and services throughout the Mesa, Scottsdale and Phoenix region. All ACH technicians are drug tested, background approved and skilled in HVAC installation and service. The company is bonded, licensed and insured as follows: 

  • AZROC K79 license 183933 Residential, Commercial, Industrial, HVAC and Refrigeration Contractor
  • AZROC KB2 license 238225 Residential, Commercial General Contractor
  • TDLR TACLA21146C Residential, Commercial, Industrial, HVAC and Refrigeration Contractor. 

American women declare Trane heating and cooling equipment as the best home Air Conditioning products in the U.S. ACH customers declare American Cooling and Heating as among the most reliable HVAC centers in the industry. To review customer testimonies, click here.

 

 

Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting, Fix Your Trane Heat Pump Now

Written by Rm Harrington on . Posted in AC Installation, AC Repair, AC Service, Arizona Air Conditioning Installation, Maintenance, Trane.

Trane Air Conditioning TroubleshootingTrane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting – Sometimes Simple and Sometimes Not

When correctly installed by a professional Phoenix heating and cooling technician, your Trane heat pump or Trane A/C system should function effectively, energy efficient and trouble free. However, time conquers all equipment, including the best of the best in heating and cooling products. But before you call for a qualified Arizona Trane heating and cooling service tech, cover the following basic Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting steps.   

Trane A/C Troubleshooting, the Simple Side 

The following details deal with heat pumps and central air conditioning systems. Sometimes heating and cooling complications are related to product age. Sometimes they can occur due to poor Phoenix A/C installation practices. Yet even if you have an extended fully transferable 10-year Trane Air Conditioning Registered Limited Warranty Protection program on parts only, labor only or parts and labor, not every problem requires immediate contact with your Arizona Trane A/C repair center. Remember: Air Conditioning service calls, even when covered under warranty, can cost you in time, missed work hours and the discomfort of going without a functioning A/C even if only for a few hours.  

The causes of improper heating and cooling can range from minor and simple to major and complex. The Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting tips listed here primarily focus on quick home remedies. They are as follows: 

Thermostat/Control Incorrectly Set – This may seem like an obvious Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting step, but if you live with a houseful of kids the thermostat/control may not be set like you think it is. Even if you are running the cream-of-the-crop Trane ComfortLink™ II programmable controller with remote access, live weather and indoor/outdoor air temperature monitoring, the system is human managed. Make a thermostat check your first stop.  

No Airflow – Start by checking the system filters. The Trane CleanEffects™ collector is designed for rinse or vacuum cleaning. Likewise, the Trane FreshEffects™ filter permits easy slide out cleaning. Don’t permit a clogged filter to hinder your indoor comfort.

Frozen Coil – While considering the possibilities of a clogged indoor filter, you should also check for a frozen or dirty coil system. If you notice water beneath the unit and a cold exterior surface on the coil enclosure, try shutting down the system thermostat for several hours. Note: Even if a shutdown permits the unit to defrost and restart, a frozen coil indicates the need to contact your Phoenix Trane Air Conditioning repair center. 

Tripped Circuit Breaker – In older homes, the electrical wiring is often substandard to modern requirements. Older wiring and circuits are more easily overloaded than new equipment. If your heating or cooling system has come to a complete halt, effective Trane Air Conditioning troubleshooting begins by checking the A/C, HP or Air Handler circuit breakers. If a reset is necessary, ask yourself three questions: 

  1. Is the breaker directly linked to the heating and cooling equipment or does it trace back to the primary home breaker box?
  2. Is this an ongoing problem throughout the home or is it isolated to the Trane Heat Pump or Trane Air Conditioning system?
  3. Did a recent electrical storm cause a household-wide electrical failure? 

The answer to these questions directs the next step in your Trane A/C or Trane Heat Pump troubleshooting session. If the failure is due to a recent household electrical outage, the problem may not need any further attention. If the failure traces back to the primary home breaker box, and it is not due to a recent household electrical outage, you may need to contact an Arizona electrician rather than your Phoenix Trane AC installation professional. Likewise, if the problem tracks to the installed Trane A/C breaker box, call the installer. Something is amiss in the unit. 

Warning: Before resetting any circuit breakers, investigate your installed Arizona A/C system for signs of physical damage due to high winds, rocks thrown from lawn mower equipment and more. You should also work with a partner: One person to reset the breaker and the other to keep watch over the unit of signs of immediate need for shutdown. 

Problems That May Require Professional Arizona Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting 

  • Indoor unit functions but the outdoor unit doesn’t
  • Extreme increase in electrical usage
  • Excessive system cycling
  • System fails to achieve thermostat set point
  • System runs continuously
  • Overflowing drip pan. 

Some of the above problems can be related to thermostat settings, an increase in local utility rates, an extreme increase in local temperatures or the purchase of new home appliances. However, it may be that you need the skills and training of a professional Arizona Trane Heat Pump or Trane Air Conditioning Troubleshooting expert. If you have taken the basic A/C troubleshooting steps to no avail, click here to contact American Cooling and Heating. We can fix your Trane A/C equipment.

 

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