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Originally Posted by BrianL99
I would recommend not putting in a variable speed compressor (variable speed fan is probably ok), unless you have insulated duct work ... which I don't believe The Village's construction has.
Variable speed compressors are more expensive to buy, but do save energy. The "pay back" is likely going to about 5-7 years.
They do much better job at maintaining a constant temperature, probably +/- 1 degree, rather than 3. A 2 Stage might be reasonable compromise.
Here's a link that will tell you more about it.
Are Variable Speed Air Conditioners Worth The Cost? - Blue National HVAC |
Just a few comments on single stage, two-stage and variable speed compressors. I have a single stage compressor like almost every house in The Villages. My indoor temperature never varies more than one degree from the setting, not 3 degrees. My electric bill is so low that there is no way that I would never see a break even point over the life span of a more expensive two-stage or variable speed compressor. I have never experienced an uncomfortable humidity issue, and my unit is very quiet.
There was another thread on TOTV where a poster had been waiting more than 3 months for a special electronic part to repair their variable speed compressor. By contrast, if your single stage compressor fails, there are plenty of parts available to repair it immediately. That is because there are so many single stage units operating in The Villages. Whenever I replace a major appliance or other material in my house, I opt for the standard, most commonly used product because I know that the installer has experience with it and it can be easily repaired. When I replace my HVAC system, it will be a single stage Carrier unit, and it will most likely be installed by Munn's. My opinion.