Why Upgrade?

Today’s cooling technology is better. And that’s good for business
Everyone loves summer until the air conditioner breaks down. From discomfort and costly repairs, to higher energy costs and new environmental laws, an unreliable old AC is just bad for business. Fortunately, today’s cooling technology is better for your building, the environment and your bottom line:
- Better Refrigerant – Most older ACs contain R22, an ozone depleting refrigerant. Today’s systems contain R410a, an environmentally-friendly refrigerant which absorbs and releases heat, while reducing the risk of your system overheating1.
- Better Energy Efficiency – Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, or SEER, is the maximum cooling efficiency of an AC. While systems 10-15 years old have a rating of 9 or 10, today’s ratings range from 13 to 25+.2
- Better Fans – In the past, ACs only had one speed: maximum, resulting in overworked equipment. Variable speed technology runs on lower speeds on cooler days and higher speeds on hotter days, using less energy and making less noise.
- Better Compressors – Older ACs typically have a single-stage compressor that can only operate at full capacity, making a lot of noise and using a lot of electricity. Newer systems have a dual-stage compressor that can run at a lower capacity when needed.
- Better Ductless Heating & Cooling – Installing ductwork can be an expensive challenge. Ductless mini-splits are a great option for cooling spaces without ducts, with non-invasive installation and small air handlers in each room.
At Enercare, we have the expertise and finance options to help make getting a new cooling system a breeze.
How AC Works
How Air Conditioners work
- Air Conditioners remove heat and humidity from the indoor air and return cooled air into the indoor space.
- A chemical refrigerant moves through the four main mechanical components of your equipment; the compressor, condenser coil, expansion valve and evaporator. Working together, they quickly convert the refrigerant from gas to liquid and back into gas.
- The compressor raises the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant gas, sending it to the condenser coil where it is converted to a liquid.
- The refrigerant then travels back indoors and enters the evaporator coil, where the liquid refrigerant evaporates, cooling the indoor air.
- A fan blows indoor air across the cold evaporator coil, where the heat inside is absorbed into the refrigerant.
- Cooled air is then circulated throughout the space, while the heated evaporated gas is sent back outside to the compressor.
- The heat is then released into the outdoor air as the refrigerant returns to a liquid state.
- This cycle continues until the building has reached the desired temperature.
The AC Evolution
How cooling systems have evolved over the years
1902 |
Air Conditioning is invented |
1906 |
The first central air system |
1914 |
The first home AC installation |
1926 |
The first Rooftop AC Unit |
Equipment Profile: Rooftop Units | |
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About | A rooftop HVAC system that provides heating, cooling or all-in-one. Also known as “RTU.” |
Pros | Variable speed for more precise temperature control and energy savings |
Higher SEER ratings for better environmental impact | |
Having your system on the roof reduces operational noise and helps provide uninterrupted maintenance and service to your business | |
Cons | Installation service required |
A bigger up-front financial investment | |
Energy Performance | Excellent |
1928 |
The first building built with AC |
1931 |
Window Air Conditioning Units are invented |
Equipment Profile: Window Air Conditioning Units | |
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About | Known affectionately in the industry as “window shakers”, the window air conditioner is a simple answer to fight heat and humidity. |
Pros | Cost effective |
Good for cooling small spaces | |
Easy to install | |
Cons | Lack of power and efficiency |
Windows are not fully sealed, allowing heat to leak into the room | |
Energy Performance | Fair |
1973 |
Mini Split Ductless Systems are invented |
1982 |
VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) systems are invented |
Equipment Profile: Ductless Split Systems | |
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About | An increasingly popular choice, a ductless split system such as Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) provides zone-controlled heating and cooling. |
Pros | Perfect for buildings with no ductwork |
Non-intrusive installation | |
Individual air handlers can be set and adjusted depending on the specific needs of that room | |
Energy savings since you’re only cooling the spaces in your business that are being used | |
Cost effective | |
Cons | Installation service required |
Energy Performance | Excellent |
1992 |
SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) law is introduced |
1994 |
Freon gas (R22) is linked to ozone depletion |
2020 |
Environmentally-friendly ACs become law |
Environmental Impact
Is your AC over 10 years old? It’s time to upgrade
- Most AC units older than 10 years use R22, a harmful ozone-depleting refrigerant.7
- Once released into the atmosphere, R22 causes irreversible damage to the environment.3
- R22 has slowly been phased out globally, with a complete ban going into effect January 1, 2020.7
- Once illegal, R22 can no longer be manufactured or imported into the country.7
Don’t wait until an irreparable breakdown – we’re here to help
- If your AC system requires R22 and breaks down after January 1st, it can no longer be repaired by adding refrigerant to the system.7
- Enercare offers cost-effective and energy-efficient alternatives to typical AC units.
- From packaged Rooftop Units with variable speed for efficient and precise temperature control, to ductless split systems like Variable Refrigerant Flow, with non-intrusive installation and zone control heating and cooling, we have your solution.
Featured Products
Whatever your business, we have your cooling system
A new and properly-sized cooling system matched to the unique needs of your business will not only keep you comfortable, but it can also help you save on your energy bills.
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Carrier WeatherExpert 48
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Daikin VRV IV
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Enercare | Commercial Air Conditioners
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