Your home's comfort relies on regulated temperature control. The right HVAC air handler makes all the difference in how warm or cool your Baton Rouge, LA home is throughout the year. If you or other household members struggle to get comfortable in your home, upgrading your air handler could make all the difference.

Long-term Benefits of Air Handler Upgrades

Upgrading your air handler has substantial cost-saving benefits. New Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating requirements come out once every few years. SEER refers to how efficiently the unit operates. HVAC units with a higher SEER rating use less energy without affecting performance.

Heating and cooling units installed 10 years ago have significantly lower SEER ratings, falling between 8 and 10. As of 2024, the minimum SEER rating allowed by the Department of Energy is 13. Investing in a new air handler with a SEER rating between 14 and 16 offers substantial energy savings. You can even install a new air handler with a SEER rating as high as 20. However, most homeowners get the energy savings they desire without spending more money for the highest SEER rating.

A new air handler can also lower out-of-pocket repair costs. As heating and cooling units age, they begin to experience more breakdowns associated with wear and tear. If your current air handler has hit the 10-year mark and has started experiencing frequent issues, investing in a new system could minimize repair costs.

Learn More About HVAC Replacement

We know investing in an HVAC air handler upgrade comes with significant out-of-pocket costs. Whether your current system keeps breaking down or you want features like smart technology found in newer systems, we can help you decide if an upgrade makes sense for your situation. Book an appointment with one of our heating and cooling experts at One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating of Baton Rouge to learn more!