There are two types of air conditioners, single stage and two stage. Single stage is self explanatory as it only runs on one setting. Two stage runs on two settings.They run at 67% and 100%. When you live in a humid hot environment, a 2 stage is better because it will keep you more comfortable and lower your electric bills. The single stage has one piston and the two stage has 2 pistons that moves air. Two pistons can move air faster than just one. When the weather is milder, the two stage only has one piston move at a time but when the temperature cranks up, so does the second piston. The two stage has two compressors to it versus one in the single stage. While a single stage air conditioner is cheaper initially, they end up being more costly to run than the two stage in the long run.
Benefits of a two stage air conditioner
*More even temperatures at home.
*They lower your bill because of the way they run. They run for longer times but that drains less power than one that constantly turns on and off.
*Two stages are more energy efficient than the single stage.
*Two stage air conditioners are quieter.
*Though initially more expensive, you save more money on energy in the long run
*Your home will cool down faster.
*Reduced humidity so you are more comfortable
*You have less wear and tear on the two stage versus the single stage because the single stage turns on and off a lot causing stress on the system but the two stage running continuously lessens that stress.
Bartlett Heating and Air sells both single and two stage air conditioners, specializing in Carrier brand. Call Bartlett Heating and Air today to discuss your homes needs with one of our qualified technicians.
