“Are Inverter AC's (or heat pumps) REALLY the best?”🤔

[@DenisMorgan-by2dl]

Is there a filter that has to be changed regularly ?

[@DavidSlattery-f6y]

I had the Diakin Fit put in at the end of September and we live in Bountiful Utah. The balance point was set at 35 degrees and I was wondering if I should the heat pump primary and the balance point set lower to 25-30 degrees

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Just have to gauge and see but if it’s the fit enhanced the COP holds up down to 5F, but if it’s a standard fit heat pump then I would double check the COP chart based on your tonnage and adjust from there, probably no lower than 15-20? I’m not sure what the COP of the standard fit heat pump is off the top of my head

[@ayoubthegreat]

I'm looking into mobile homes and some already have central air. Would it still be better to install one of these in these type of mobile homes. For me, I'm hoping to get a mobile home that has the capacity to have a mini split ac in each room of the house. Also as a recommendation, there is a lot of reverb in a small space that you are in so it is harder to hear. You could invest in a $20 lavalier mic and it will sound 100× better

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Most mobile homes do better with central air vs a ductless system but you can still put on an inverter like a Bosch or something but most mobile homes opt for a basic 13/14 seer system because there’s not a big benefit to an inverter from an operational standpoint. Most mobile homes also use a Coleman mobile home style furnace so you won’t have a communicating system, but mini splits are still an option it’s just normally people opt for central air. Appreciate the comment on the mic, sound was worse with the Lavs setup we used, I think we just need to put in more sound blankets probably to dampen things down in the room and reduce the echos. Appreciate you saying something lol we’ll do that on the next batch of recordings! We have one blanket up now and made a difference but a second/third one will probably be a game changer.

[@njmaag]

I have a trane XE 800 2 Ton from 1988. In the hottest days or with sun door showing it may struggle to get below 74 degrees F. I like it 72, 70 and 68. Was thinking on if I want to use money from home warranty next year what should I get for best bang for buck or efficiency and energy savings for the buck. Also, I love trane but can never get direct prices without calling someone.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

If it’s from 1988 it’s probably low on refrigerant or something. Just make sure it’s the right size for your house and the condenser is clean… if it’s struggling on hot days with a perfect charge you might consider a 2.5 ton size if your ductwork can handle it, and if needed adding an extra duct run or 2 is all that’s needed for the extra capacity. When we have customers in Colorado that like it cold we always bid out adding a supply duct or two, and more return air, if we’re increasing the system size. Insulation goes a long way too so if your attic insulation is low/thin then that’s probably worth considering too

[@khv408]

Hey what are your thoughts on gree I had a contract brought that up to me as a replacement for my AC

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Heard of them several times I believe it’s a quality product but can’t speak from personal experience. But people have mentioned them in the comments and I’ve seen positive reviews on Reddit

[@bmwmaw]

I've got quotes from several in my area for a 2 ton heat pump. I am favoring either the American Standard 2 stage (Gold 16) unit or the Trane XV17/American Standard 17 SEER variable unit Price is not an issue, as they are very close and I'm getting insurance coverage anyway. My only hesitation on the inverter system is long term reliability and repair costs after warranty, or nightmare repairs under warranty for that matter, where the system is down for weeks waiting for parts, etc. Is the safer bet still a "traditional" 1 or 2 stage system, or am I worried for nothing, are the Trane/American Standard inverter systems super reliable and it won't be an issue. My old heat pump lasted for 20 years, I'd like to get the same from the new one! Also got Boshc and Gree estimates, but feel like Trane/AS is better??

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

It depends who you ask on brand but I wouldn’t worry if it’s sized properly… for what it’s worth my father in law has the Trane XV20i in Phoenix (115F summers) and it’s going on almost 20 years now without having to have replaced anything (parts repairs etc) yet.

[@bmwmaw]

@@TheHVACDopeShow great info, thanks so much!

[@RuBrasil]

no way, Japanese inverters lasts almost forever, I have Fujitsu for +10 years running 24x7, the savings on electricity already paid the whole equipments. No reason at all to order a old non inverter machines these days, except if the budget are really tight.

[@bmwmaw]

@@TheHVACDopeShow much appreciate you answering my question about the variable speed trane system. One thing I can't seem to get answered is how low outside temp will this unit heat without using the electric heat strips? To me that seems like where I'd get the most savings over a 2 stage unit, but I can't seem to get a straight answer. Some say 2 stage heats down to about 35f, and inverter down to 25f. Is that about right?

[@gzemeida]

Big fan. Love the videos. I will be in the market for a new AC in a year or two. I live in Phoenix and want to get a high end inverter unit with a great SEER rating. My AC is on the roof (It is one connected piece and I think it is called a boxed unit?). Anyways, what are the three best models you recommend I check out. Thanks.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Awesome glad you’re enjoying the videos! Packaged unit is probably what you’re referring to and I’ll get back to you with some inverter options because there are definitely a few to choose from but package units often opt for single or two stage systems so I’m not as familiar off the top of my head. Will confirm a few model numbers and get back to you!

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Just double checked, and for packaged units that are inverters you’re probably going to be considering Bosch! They have a great product line (from what I have heard) and daikin doesn’t actually advertise an inverter packaged unit that they have available. But there’s definitely other manufacturers out there that make them. We can confirm you have a packaged unit, but if the unit is self contained (includes blower and condenser all in one on the roof) then it sounds like what you probably have. Bosch makes an “IDP inverter packaged unit” and that’s what I would consider for your application.

[@gzemeida]

Thanks for the response. Yes, it is a packaged unit. I wasn't sure of the name before. Anyways, these are very common in Arizona and the only type I have ever owned. If possible, could you give me some model names and numbers that you think are best for my situation? Thanks again.

[@lleinbach]

Any concerns the Daiken quality gets worse since they are made in the same plant as Goodwin.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Not at all, great question though… I’ve made several videos about brand but the only reason Goodman has a bad wrap is because you can order them online and anyone can install one without a license. They’re just as reliable as any other brand honestly… half the items are made by Honeywell Eaton white Rodger’s etc anyways so I don’t worry about quality, Genteq makes almost every VS motor on the market. Daikin has been just as reliable as other brands we’ve sold in the past… been selling Daikin the longest, since 2018

[@squeaky_honda]

American ACs are weird. No inverter, no reversible-valve, wrong units for calculating SEER (instead of kW/kW it's British TU per kW per inch per kilometer). What went wrong? Your ventilation systems are amazing, but the AC side is like cavemen tech, 30 years behind.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

I don’t disagree lol 😂 Europe gets all the good stuff before us!!

[@AnalogueKid2112]

Rheem is supposed to be selling a new model, the RD16. It is a rebadged Fujitsu Halycon with good low ambient heating. But the rollout has been strangely delayed

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Good to know! That’s interesting I’ll keep an eye out, and probably sounds like a lot of people have been asking for it!

[@jw77019]

Inflation is caused by corporations charging excessive amounts for their products since people will pay whatever things cost if they have the money which most people do. Air conditioning equipment is one of the best examples of this.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Inflation is caused by the government sending out stimulus checks and trillions of PPP etc to businesses… this is a fact money printing causes inflation. Free market regulates prices because there’s always someone willing to do it more efficiently for less money. But when you print money and cause the price of commodities like copper pvc steel all to skyrocket, well that’s how you get massive inflation in building materials and why everything today is 30-40% more expensive than it was 4 years ago

[@taram5351]

Question I have a home that has never had ac in it. The boiler is gas metered for heating. What would you recommend for my boiler to beabke to be an heater and ac? There's not ductwork..the home is 1830aqft rhis veteran would appreciate your input.

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

Keep the boiler for heating and get a separate ductless mini split for cooling and backup heat (most of them are heat pumps). That’s best bang for your buck… if it’s a single level ranch style home with a basement then you could get away with a ducted system in the attic to service the whole home for heating / cooling but that would involve ducting the attic. Since you don’t have ductwork there’s not a big benefit for the price of an air to water heat pump since you’ll still have to duct the home and tie in an air handler for cooling if you went with an air to water (monobloc style) heat pump. If it was my house I’d probably do a ductless mini split or cassette just for the simplicity and cost factor. Also cast iron boilers are bulletproof and VERY reliable by comparison with all other hvac honestly… I love cast iron boilers they’re not quite as efficient but it’s 83% vs. 96% efficient, and they don’t break down which makes for happy customers

[@FrancoBarbagallo1]

Mitsubishi is best

[@TheHVACDopeShow]

They definitely are very reliable. Only thing with Mitsubishi is they’re somewhat limited in the traditional ducted split in terms of options. I like the Intelliheat but that’s capped at 3.5 tons