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Old 10-21-2012, 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by cgalloway6 View Post
I believe the standard heat pump is single stage, 14 or 15 SEER. For about $2500 you can get a 2 stage heat pump with variable air handler and 16 SEER. For $5500 you can get a 19 SEER.
Is it worth the extra cost to get the more efficient unit? How many months of the year do you need to use it? I have no experience with heating/cooling units as I have never had one in any of the homes I have lived in.