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Dear Pros,
I would like to thank you for all the useful comments. I had the quote for 10K for one system {($7400.00 for the upstairs unit, a TRANE XL13i, 10 yr warrenty, variable speed, and then another 3K$ for duct work, 17.5K$ for both units}.
I took your advice and scouted around a bit for a few more quotes. After looking over the references I went with a fellow that started his own business after being employed in a larger outfit. He installed (2) Goodman/Janitrol systems (R22), 13 SEER, and the air handlers (variable speed), did the ductwork (returns in each BR upstairs, repaired insulation, ran metal over the longer flex lengths where needed upstairs and down) for $9600.00. The air hander is a 10 yr unconditional warranty with lifetime on some of the parts and the compressor/pump are under a lifetime warranty.
The systems look sharp and the house is very cold.
Sure beats 18K
I have one last question: should I purchase a yearly service contract for the annual amount of $250.00? I can obviously change the filters and check drain lines myself, I have gauges and the freon - which I do not expect to deal with. I am weary of making sure the fins are cleaned properly as I have read this can be an issue.
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I would like to thank you for all the useful comments. I had the quote for 10K for one system {($7400.00 for the upstairs unit, a TRANE XL13i, 10 yr warrenty, variable speed, and then another 3K$ for duct work, 17.5K$ for both units}.
I took your advice and scouted around a bit for a few more quotes. After looking over the references I went with a fellow that started his own business after being employed in a larger outfit. He installed (2) Goodman/Janitrol systems (R22), 13 SEER, and the air handlers (variable speed), did the ductwork (returns in each BR upstairs, repaired insulation, ran metal over the longer flex lengths where needed upstairs and down) for $9600.00. The air hander is a 10 yr unconditional warranty with lifetime on some of the parts and the compressor/pump are under a lifetime warranty.
The systems look sharp and the house is very cold.
Sure beats 18K
I have one last question: should I purchase a yearly service contract for the annual amount of $250.00? I can obviously change the filters and check drain lines myself, I have gauges and the freon - which I do not expect to deal with. I am weary of making sure the fins are cleaned properly as I have read this can be an issue.
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For the first 3-5 years, you shouldn't need to do more than filter changes and drain pan/drain line checking and occasional cleaning. I would hold off on a maintenance contract at least that long. This assumes the installation wss done properly. Keep a close eye on the operation of the systems for the first few months, while the installation labor is still under warranty. The air handlers should have auxiliary drain pans under them, and they should stay dry.
---KenRad
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