[rmartineau]

I am an owner in the Brownwood area - CARRIER PERFORM FJ5 2T R454 - FULL AC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT - Can anyone share with me who they have used and who they would recommend, and if you are willing to PM me and tell me how much you paid?

[CLDA2002]

We used M & S Air condition and installed Mitsubishi whole house system. Best system we ever had. Keeps the house cool in the summer, warm in the winter with NO Heat Strips. Used it now for 4 years and no problems. Another feature is we never hear the air handler. The system is quiet and comes with a 12 year warranty.

[laryb]

Originally Posted by CLDA2002

We used M & S Air condition and installed Mitsubishi whole house system. Best system we ever had. Keeps the house cool in the summer, warm in the winter with NO Heat Strips. Used it now for 4 years and no problems. Another feature is we never hear the air handler. The system is quiet and comes with a 12 year warranty.

Totally agree. We've had our Mitsubishi whole house system for 2 years this week, and no problems so far. Our electric usage has been lowered also. Another plus is that they use 1'x1"x20" filters instead of the 4" that my old Carrier did, so we save on that, too.

[ithos]

Originally Posted by rmartineau

I am an owner in the Brownwood area - CARRIER PERFORM FJ5 2T R454 - FULL AC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT - Can anyone share with me who they have used and who they would recommend, and if you are willing to PM me and tell me how much you paid?

Your biggest decision will be whether to replace with R410A(if equipment is available) or a newer refrigerant which will be must more costly.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnz4ODMyOJ8

[retiredguy123]

I would buy a Carrier HVAC system from Munn's, as long as I could get a reasonable price. I would get the most current refrigerant available, and get a regular single stage compressor.

[ithos]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I would buy a Carrier HVAC system from Munn's, as long as I could get a reasonable price. I would get the most current refrigerant available, and get a regular single stage compressor.

I agree but would have them add a soft start for a little more. It will add protection and extend the life of the compressor. It is often required for generators.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDp1g8r8IVs&t=70s

[Topspinmo]

Got to ask why would newer home in brownwood area need All new air handler unit? Most units last close to 20 years or more? I would get several estimates. Sometimes cheapest or most expensive not right choice IMO?

[mrf6969]

We have installed high end Trane systems in both of our homes here. Both are very efficient, very quiet both inside and outside units. No issues with either.
DeSantis

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by rmartineau

I am an owner in the Brownwood area - CARRIER PERFORM FJ5 2T R454 - FULL AC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT - Can anyone share with me who they have used and who they would recommend, and if you are willing to PM me and tell me how much you paid?

Who ever you use, do not get the top of the line models. You will never recover the additional costs and they are more likely to break down and the repairs cost $$$$

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by mrf6969

We have installed high end Trane systems in both of our homes here. Both are very efficient, very quiet both inside and outside units. No issues with either.
DeSantis

Carrier seems to have replaced Trane as the brand of choice in The Villages. Unless there is some definitive evidence that Trane is a better brand than Carrier, I would choose Carrier. One reason is that it can be repaired more quickly than a Trane system because of the availability of parts and authorized contractors.

[ithos]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Carrier seems to have replaced Trane as the brand of choice in The Villages. Unless there is some definitive evidence that Trane is a better brand than Carrier, I would choose Carrier. One reason is that it can be repaired more quickly than a Trane system because of the availability of parts and authorized contractors.

Most independent contractors will work on any standard HVAC system. If you upgrade to a more sophisticated system that has more electronic controls or something other than a standard compressor then you make a good point and will probably be limited to an authorized dealer for the brand. Always keep records of service especially if under warranty.

[Stu from NYC]

We have been happy with Munns for service and would be our first choice when we need to replacement our system

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Carrier seems to have replaced Trane as the brand of choice in The Villages. Unless there is some definitive evidence that Trane is a better brand than Carrier, I would choose Carrier. One reason is that it can be repaired more quickly than a Trane system because of the availability of parts and authorized contractors.

Well, I say 20 plus year old Trane units still going strong in my area? I have carrier now, we’ll see if it will meet the challenge?

[villagetinker]

I would definitely get another review (inspection) of your system, I am guessing yours is under 10 years old and should not be ready for a complete replacement. I tend to agree with above comments about the "highest efficiency units" as the controls and equipment seem to be very costly to repair or replace.

[retiredguy123]

When my AC failed on a Saturday a few years ago, Munn's came out and repaired it in a few hours. If you buy a new system from a small company, they may not even work on weekends. Also, they may not be an authorized warranty repair company. So, if you are paying for a 10-year warranty, make sure that whoever installs it, can repair it quickly and has replacement parts on hand. That is why I always buy the most standard equipment from a large contractor. There was another thread on this website where a guy had bought a high end variable speed compressor from a company in Orlando. When it failed, he was waiting for 4 months to replace a circuit board that was on order from overseas.