03/27/2020
Hello Fellow RFDers,
this will mark the Central AC Group Buy for 2020, which would be the sixth time I've organized it. Please see below for details:
How to we determine which Air Conditioner size is best?
It is very important that your air conditioning unit is sized appropriately prior to installation. If the unit is undersized it will run continuously without reaching set point, particularly during peak hours. If the air conditioning unit is oversized, it will short cycle (turn on and off continuously) resulting in warm pockets of air in the home.
Below is a list of additional information we may require when determining how to correctly size the air conditioning unit in your home.
1. Square footage(excluding basement)
2. Ceiling height - main level and upstairs
3. Exposure(does the home back North, South, East, or West)
4. Size and number of large windows in the home
What SEER Rating or Efficiency is Best?
The SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) rating, determines how efficient you air conditioning unit is or how much electricity it consumes. The higher the SEER numbers the more efficient the AC. Our cooling season in Southwestern Ontario is typically only 3-4 months of the year therefore we would NOT recommend a seer rating above 13 seer since now the OPA rebates are not available as you will not gain a return of the investment of a super efficient AC unit.
What products do we recommend?
There are many air conditioning manufacturers available in the market today.
Premium products – these are sold and installed through a dealer network. Licensed and certified technicians are factory trained on installation and service.
Mid- Range products – these are builder quality products sold to any HVAC company. I would be pleased to discuss the differences in product lines.
At Four Season Comfort Heating & Cooling we recommend the Premium Trane line of products. We have installed hundreds of these cooling systems within the GTA. Both we and our clients have been very satisfied with the quality and reliability of this product line. The Trane line of air conditioning units were rated number 1 by Consumer Reports in the most recent report on ratings from June of 2019! Please see attached below. Other product lines are also available as well.
2020 Group Buy Pricing and Details
Below is some pricing for the Trane 13 SEER units. This pricing includes complete installation with wall mounted brackets(new construction) or on a anti-vibration pad for installations where the ground is more settled. This includes 15ft copper and high voltage line set. Warranty is 10 years parts and 5 year labour. HST is additional.
Single Unit Pricing:
TRANE XR13 SEER
1.5 ton $2895 installed
2.0 ton $2985 installed
2.5 ton $3065 installed
3.0 ton $3375 installed
3.5 ton $3575 installed
4.0 ton $3695 installed
Group Buy - Multiple Pricing Discount:
10 AC units deduct (125.00 per unit)
11-25 AC units deduct ($145.00 per unit)
26-50 AC units deduct (165.00 per unit)
In order to participate in this group buy we require a $250.00 deposit prior to June 1st, 2020. Payments may be made by check or interact email money transfer to [email protected]. Once this deposit is received we will send an invoice showing the deposit has been received and a tentative installation date. The deposit secures your pricing as well as your installation date. On June 01, 2020 we will determine how many participants we have in the group buy and apply the necessary discount to the invoice. If the air conditioner has been installed and paid prior to May 31, 2020 we will refund the applicable group buy discount to our client via check, Interact or email money transfer.
MISC Products
Aprilaire Humidifiers purchased in tandem with an AC, Furance, or Water Heater: Installed with Shark-Bite fitting ONLY.
Aprilaire 500M $415 installed
Aprilaire 600M $445 installed
Aprilaire 700M $725 installed
Aprilaire 800M call for pricing
Aprilaire Humidifiers purchased as a singular item:
Aprilaire 500M $450 installed
Aprilaire 600M $475 installed
Aprilaire 700M $755 installed
Aprilaire 800M call for pricing
Air Purification Systems
In terms of air cleaners I would recommend using a 3M filter for the first 6 months of your occupancy. I would not recommend making an investment on an indoor air quality system initially unless you are certain the ducts are clean. Once most of the construction debris has been removed from your ductwork I would recommend the Trane Clean Effects system which does not restrict air circulation like many of the media filters and other systems. Please note we also offer the GENERAC line of whole home back up Generator Systems. Also during peak cooling season I would recommend using a not restrictive, unaggressive filter to ensure maximum airflow to the upstairs level for maximum cooling.
Client Testimonials
http://www.hawthornevillager.com/phpbb/ ... hp?t=24763
https://homestars.com/companies/2797675 ... on-comfort
http://forums.redflagdeals.com/2014-201 ... d-1505477/
http://estatesofcreditridge.freeforums. ... -t674.html
Questions & Answers
1. Why are there no more rebates?
I guess the government doesn't want to pay for us anymore.
2. Does Trane still produce the best ranked/rated Central Air Conditioning units, according to Consumer Reports?
Yes. Consumer Reports' most recent issue ranked Trane as the most reliable brand for Central AC. Furthermore, we have a RFD Feedback thread with many satisfied participants, which you can peruse at your pleasure HERE
3. Do you have a brochure for these units?
You can access the Trane XR13 Brochures HERE
5. Do you sell higher SEER units than 13?
Yes, you can purchase higher efficiency units as you wish. Please contact Craig directly for other units. There are currently no rebates for the higher seer AC units. You will still be able to claim the group discount, regardless of which unit you purchase.
6. How much will the unit cost me?
Cost of your unit in tons less the RFD Group Buy Discount + HST.
7. (The Most Important Question) Do I have to pay for an Trane/American Standard Technician to come out once a year and do maintenance on my unit to keep the 10 year parts / 5 year labour warranty?
No. Craig suggest that you change your furnace filter to something less constricting ($5 filter from Home Depot) every 3 months. Furthermore, it is recommended that you hose down the condenser with a garden hose in the Spring. That is all the maintenance that you can do yourself. You do not need to call in a special contractor for any of these services. Brands like Lennox absolutely require that you do an annual maintenance (at cost to you) with one of their contractors, otherwise your warranty becomes void.
8. Are these Trane XR13 units builder grade or above builder grade?
These Trane XR13 are Premium-level units. Central AC units come in this following order: Builder Grade, Entry Level, Mid-Level, and Premium-Level. Both the brand and the units are considered Premium. Most contractors will quote you builder grade units that are both loud and aesthetically offending, because they are the cheapest. These units are far superior to that. Please see the most recent Consumer Reports on AC units from June 2019.
9. How do I know I can trust this "Craig" person? Is he on HomeStars?
Well this is the RFD Feedback Thread. This is where previous RFD purchasers rated Craig and his services. He is also on HomeStars with phenomenal reviews at 9.8/10. Four Season Comfort Heating & Cooling HomeStars.
10. Why is the 5 year Labour Warranty such a big deal?
If you have called enough contractors, you should know that they will either not mention labour warranty or quote you 1-2 years tops. They will offer to sell you an additional 3-4 years of labour warranty for a hefty cost. Craig stands by his work so he will offer you 5 years as a show of faith in his products and workmanship. Remember, the highest cost of fixing a broken AC are not the parts, but the labour.
11. What areas in Ontario will Craig service?
I really get asked this a lot, and every single time I gotta ask Craig to confirm. However, generally I find that he will service the following extremes:
St. Cathrines to the South
Clarington to the East
Barrie to the North
Kitchener to the West
So if you fall between any of these points, you are set. If you are just outside or quite a ways outside this area, please contact Craig and ask directly.
12. What are the costs of additional copper past 15ft?
This is directly quoted from Craig.
2019 Consumer Reports Satisfaction and Reliability report on Central AC systems:
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Best Regards,
Craig Newhouse
Four Season Comfort Heating & Cooling
www.fourseasoncomfort.com
Some of our client testimonials may be found here.....
http://homestars.com/companies/2797675-four-season-comfort
http://forums.redflagdeals.com/2014-2015-2016-2017-central-ac-furnace-feedback-thread-1505477/27/?utm_campaign=notification&utm_medium=email&utm_source=subscribe_thread&utm_content=thread_name
http://www.hawthornevillager.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=24763
