SEER Energy Savings Calculator
Calculate Your Energy Savings with Lex Air’s HVAC SEER Calculator
Use our SEER savings calculator to estimate how much you could save by upgrading your HVAC system! This helpful tool helps you compare your current unit’s efficiency rating with a new air conditioner or heating system that meets today’s national energy efficiency standards. The calculator will estimate your potential cost savings over the next 5, 10, and 15 years, simply by factoring in your current unit’s capacity and SEER rating in addition to the average amount of fuel consumed + average energy cost per typical cooling season in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
If you’re dealing with high energy costs or outdated equipment, upgrading to a higher-efficiency system could significantly reduce your utility bills. Try Lex Air’s SEER energy savings calculator today and see the difference yourself!
If you’re shopping for a new air conditioner or heat pump, understanding the potential energy savings can help you make a more informed decision. A SEER energy savings calculator is a helpful tool that compares your current air conditioner’s seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) with that of a newer, higher-efficiency model.
By entering basic information about your cooling system, such as your current SEER rating and the AC tonnage of your unit, this calculator gives you a rough estimate of how much you could potentially save on your utility bills. If you’re replacing outdated equipment or upgrading to a high-efficiency heat pump system, using a savings calculator can give you real insight into how much energy and money you could save each year.
Our Carrollton heating and air experts at Lex Air are proud to help homeowners throughout the DFW Metroplex reduce high energy costs by installing properly sized, modern units with higher SEER ratings. Whether you’re simply comparing systems or need help selecting the right air conditioner or heat pump for your home, our team is here to guide you through the process.
Call us at (972) 217-8955 or reach out online to learn more about how Lex Air Conditioning can help with your energy savings.
What is a SEER Rating and Why Should You Care?
When it comes to your HVAC system, the SEER rating, or Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, plays a key role in how much you spend to stay cool. But what does SEER mean, exactly?
This rating measures how efficiently an air conditioner or heat pump cools your home during the typical cooling season, based on cooling output in British Thermal Units (or BTUs) compared to the energy it consumes.
A higher SEER rating means the system operates more efficiently, which can lower your monthly utility bills. Upgrading from outdated equipment to a higher-efficiency air conditioner or furnace can also help your system meet current national energy efficiency standards.
SEER Comparison Chart
This SEER comparison chart works alongside the savings calculator to give a rough estimate of how much energy and money you could save by switching from your current air conditioner to a unit with a higher SEER rating. Whether you’re replacing an older unit or simply curious about how your current system stacks up, this chart offers a clear look at how improved efficiency can translate into real cost savings.
How SEER Ratings Work
Think of a SEER rating like the gas mileage of your HVAC system. It reflects how efficiently the unit uses energy to deliver cooling. A system with a 14 or 16 SEER may get the job done, but it consumes more electricity for the same cooling capacity than a newer unit with a SEER of 20 or higher. Higher ratings mean better energy efficiency and lower energy costs over time.
As of 2023, Texas follows updated national standards requiring a minimum SEER rating of 15 for new air conditioners. Homeowners can see even greater overall energy performance when paired with a high annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) heating system. For customers, real savings come from upgrading to units that deliver more comfort with less energy waste.
SEER Ratings Over Time: How Older Systems Compare
Many homes in the Dallas-Fort Worth area still use older HVAC systems with SEER ratings as low as 8 or 10. These outdated units lack today’s models’ heating efficiency and cooling performance, often leading to higher electricity use and inflated utility bills.
When compared to a new air conditioner with a higher SEER rating (or a new heat pump with improved heating seasonal performance factor aka HSPF), the difference in efficiency is significant. Upgrading to a modern system can lead to noticeable cost savings each year, especially during peak cooling and heating months.
With the right equipment, you can enjoy better comfort and improved energy performance without overpaying for them.
How Much Money Can I Save With a Higher SEER System?
Actual savings depend on your current system and usage as well as the new system you are interested in installing. Our SEER energy savings calculator provides a rough estimate based on local energy costs and average cooling hours in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
In any case, upgrading to a more efficient heat pump system or air conditioner can lead to noticeable reductions in monthly utility bills over time.
Try Our SEER Rating Calculator
Our SEER savings calculator is an easy-to-use tool that estimates long-term savings by factoring in regional weather data, your current system’s SEER rating or AFUE percentage, and your home’s energy consumption. For cooling, it uses 2,300 yearly cooling hours (average for the North Texas region) and $0.156 per kilowatt hour to calculate how much electricity you could save by upgrading to a system with a better SEER rating.
Not only that, but our calculator can also show you much you might save by upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace! For heating, it compares gas furnaces by estimating your total natural gas usage in BTUs per season (based on a North Texas average of 77 million BTUs) and calculating how much heat your current furnace generates versus a high-efficiency model. Using your current and target furnace’s AFUE rating, it estimates how much natural gas you could save and how much money you could keep in your pocket.
By comparing watt hours for cooling and fuel usage for heating, this calculator helps you determine the optimal performance system for your home and where you could save money in the long run.
Note: This tool provides an estimate only and is based on average North Texas energy costs: $0.156/kWh for electricity (AC efficiency) and $2.41 per therm for natural gas (furnace efficiency). Actual savings may vary.
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How Our SEER Energy Savings Calculator Works
- Enter System Details: Input your current air conditioner’s capacity (between 1-5 tons), current SEER rating (between 8-14), and the new SEER rating of the unit you are interested in (between 15-22).
- Key Efficiency Factors: The calculator evaluates three primary factors: SEER rating difference, energy usage, and local rates. When used for heating, it considers the AFUE efficiency rating to estimate heating costs.
- Understand the Ratings: SEER and AFUE rating measures reflect how efficiently your system delivers cooling output or heat using less energy.
- Review Your Results: Get a rough estimate of your annual potential savings and long-term cost reductions over 5 to 15 years of the new HVAC system’s life.
- Plan for Cost Savings: Use the results to evaluate how upgrading to a higher efficiency system could reduce heating and cooling costs.
When Does It Make Sense to Upgrade?
If your system is over 10 years old, requires frequent repairs, or no longer delivers consistent comfort, replacing it with a modern unit may be more cost-effective than continuing repairs. Older systems often suffer from inefficient unit operation and air leaks that drive up energy use.
Upgrading to a system with a good SEER rating can significantly lower your utility bills and often pays for itself within a few years. At Lex Air, we install high-performance Trane systems in Carrollton, TX and the surrounding DFW areas, including models with SEER2 ratings up to 20+.
As a Certified Trane Comfort Specialist, we’ll help you choose the best solution for your home and budget, all backed by The Gold Standard of White Glove Service.
Ready to See Your SEER Savings? Call Lex Air Today!
Get an online quote in seconds and see how upgrading your air conditioner or heating system can lead to real cost savings. A higher SEER rating means your cooling system runs more efficiently, helping you lower utility bills and improve year-round comfort.
Whether replacing an aging unit or upgrading your entire HVAC setup, Lex Air Conditioning & Heating is here to help you make a smart investment.
Call us today at (972) 217-8955 to learn more, or contact us online to schedule an appointment.
