BEST HVAC Brand! I Give 10 Reasons!

Are you looking for the best HVAC brand? Look no further! In this video, Joshua discusses the 10 reasons why Daikin is the best HVAC brand. From their energy-efficient models to their reliable product life, Joshua is covering all of the reasons why Daikin is the best HVAC brand. Discover why so many people choose Daikin as their preferred HVAC brand. And watch this video now to learn why Daikin is the best HVAC brand!
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0:00 Intro: Why I sell what I sell
1:48 Testing HVAC Brands
2:46 Daikin Comfort Pro
3:01 Supplier
4:42 Reliability
5:32 Quality
6:42 Inverter Technology
7:56 Attitude
8:50 Growing
9:23 Options
11:45 Warranties
13:24 Support
14:44 Future
15:46 Biased and Who's Best
16:21 Outro
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[@Sokoldalu]

I have a 1978 house with the original electric air handler and a Frigidaire AC condenser. I requested quotes from 6 contractors and received five including Carrier, Bryant, American Standard, Goodman and Daikin. I chose the Daikin Fit. It wasn’t the least or most costly but will provide the best value in my opinion. Really looking forward to the upgrade.

[@officialnotonlyjames]

Look for Bosch as well! It’s really good and has similar things as the Daikin.

[@retiredperson4054]

Josh, I wonder if you have done (or will do) a video on the different ductwork types for HVAC? Insulated verses non-insulated, all sheet-metal verses fiberglass or composites, rigid verses flexible, and why and when to use a certain type of ductwork for NEW home installations -- Thanks! I enjoy your videos and still am learning a lot here.

[@stephensgate1]

I just purchased a brand new Goodman HVAC system, and so far, we are very very pleased. My neighbor also chose Goodman several years ago, which he highly recommended…….he’s very pleased with no complaints.

[@lizzieb6311]

Great choice! I have a Goodman unit as well….I’ve used the same AC Company for 22 years…when I needed a new unit 14 years ago they recommended Goodman…it came in far less expensive and had a better standard warranty. I’ve never had any major issues with it and it runs nonstop here in Florida. I get it maintained twice a year - spring and fall - for about 80 bucks and I can always rely on it. I recently asked if it’s getting time to consider replacing it due to the age and my AC Guy said he thinks I’ll get another five years out of it. I’ll definitely replace with another Goodman when it’s time.

[@nram1]

Thanks for the comments about Goodman. I may get one because it's among the lowest price but was not sure about it.

[@nram1]

@@lizzieb6311 Thanks. This makes me feel better about Goodman because I'm getting this brand as the lowest quote.

[@johngilbert6036]

My HVAC guy installed a Goodman on my dads doublewide 3 or 4 years ago and it has worked quit well.

[@paulconnolly2969]

I install most brands. And I don’t get many call backs, my call backs were mechanical issues. The issues were leaking pro press fittings. I install Bosch and I don’t have any call backs, but one I had a bad unit out of the box. Now I don’t think the customer should have to deal with a defective product out of the box. Now I have an unconditional warranty, I actually had 2 defective units out of the box in the same week. The second one was a 18k Daikin cooling only. We were working with tech support for 4 days and still broken. Solution I ripped out the Daikin and put in another brand at my loss. The Daikin is sitting in my driveway. I have not gotten refunded on the Daikin. And I still have a broken Bosch. I’m really starting to get fed up with the hvac trade. I’ve never even turned in a warranty part, I just replace it out of my pocket.

[@bateslabel]

I had Amana installed in my old house 10-12 years ago. Helluva a system. I had only one problem in 10 years, the coil froze over. I forget the reason why that happened, but it was fixed the next day. Never had another issue with that system. Back then it was reasonably priced, but now people have caught on to how good they are and now contractors want premium money to install one.

[@nathans5773]

I am looking at replacing my 23 y/o ac & furnace. I live in a city where 90% of the metro area is in a different state so while there are many Daikin contractors in my area, most of them don’t work in my city. After watching your video, I will be scheduling a quote with a Daikin contractor.

[@dankelley9361]

Had a new home built & they installed a Goodman compressor unit. Within months it was making a racket & they replaced the compressor & not the unit. I like your channel, very good info, but getting tired of you saying I won’t name that company. If your channel is a guide, then you need to point out companies & system that are faulty & poorly made in both warranties,service & quality!

[@elgringoec]

It's a legal thing. He could end up getting sued.

[@elgringoec]

@James Karrie That would be up to the court to decide.

[@griffithpropertiesacandhea6343]

@James Karrie Sadly there is no such thing a free speech anymore. I own a HVAC company in Louisiana and I made a comment about Generac "Why are you continuing to advertise whole home Generators as if they were available after Hurricane Ida even though the lead time is 12 months" This is almost verbatim what I posted. The comment was deleted and flagged as violating community standards and "if I did it again my account would be suspended" He may not get sued but the deep pockets can deplatform him.

[@TitusandTesla]

@@elgringoec no it wouldn’t lmao. Totally against the first amendment.

[@lilbear19601]

@@elgringoecNot true.

[@paulconnolly2969]

Thank you for your videos.

[@tman4915]

We had a all NEW air and heat system put in. We went with Morrison air and heat company. They installed a Goodman air system. Seems solid and the air blows out much better. It cost 10k. Hopefully we didn’t get ripped off. Morrison said they like the Goodman brand and no matter what the brand is it won’t work well if not installed correctly. Me living in the St. Louis area it’s a common brand and they seem to be a cheaper brand but they are just as good. Only time will tell

[@woodyww]

I'm having a Daikin Fit Heat Pump installed today in SE Texas. I'll let you know. So far I have been impressed by Daikin's warranty and parts and service availability.

[@michaelburton4025]

Josh I for some reason thought you sold trane/American standard.? And does dialkin itself make gas package? I do know many people in my area that have Goodman and love them no issues.

[@NewHVACGuide]

Woody. Let us know!

[@NewHVACGuide]

Michael. We used to sell American Standard years ago. Daikin make a gas pack.

[@michaelburton4025]

@@NewHVACGuide ok another question why is a split system more efficient I'm guessing the natural gas cause isn't the as the same?

[@woodyww]

@@NewHVACGuide The install finished up late yesterday afternoon. I told the installers they couldn't leave until it was up and running in cooling mode. They informed me it had been running already for about 15 minutes!! The only way I could tell it was on was to stand right under the return air in my utility hall. Amazing. The condenser outside was equally quiet. I could hear nothing unless I was standing directly in front of it. We are in that middle season with high temps in the 70's and 80's so there isn't much to cool or heat but I did cool it down to 66 just to see how it performed. It was flawless. So far I'm impressed.

[@klairepatterson8873]

Oh..... just saw that you have other videos addressing the inverter vs. the past furnace/A/C systems

[@lisaryder1668]

Hi Josh, I appreciate your insite..ive ne er heard of Daikin but i like what i learned in your video. I live in ga and am looking ot replace my high efficiency carrier unit that has pissed out. Now im considering an inverter unit...id love to get rid of the gas unit if its not overly expensive. Any o advice on a inverter unit or 80%gas unit for 1800sq ft house

[@stevekamitsis1327]

Steve in Florida caught your video and enjoyed it, I have a 3.5 ton American standard unit which is. Less than 4 years old and outside fan motor is resting badly, I contacted AS with their representative giving me a very poor response. Basically upper product pricing and very poor components.

[@geneklos4210]

Getting quotes from various contractors on a replacement system for our home. Received quotes for Amana 3.5 Ton S Series (variable speed) and the 3.5 Ton Daikin Fit. What are the inherent differences between Amana & Daikin since Daikin now owns the Amana brand?

[@reymarquez4179]

Would you make a video of best window units?

[@dansnyder6132]

I had 7 contractors quote installation of a ducted HVAC system in our 1908 3800 sqft home. My approach was what you suggest here often, find the company I like and not the brand. Of the companies I reached out to, about half of them seemed to have no preference for brand, technology, sizing in some cases - which was really off-putting. It seemed like they were just fishing to find what I wanted, whereas I asked every company to propose what they thought was the right system. Eventually I landed with a contractor who spec'd a dual fuel system from Amana. At the time I knew nothing about the brand but in getting quotes from big and small companies all local to the area, the Amana was the best value/efficiency compared to the alternatives. Most importantly, my contractor was able to speak to why they like the Amana brand and laid out the pros and cons of spending money on various components of the system. In the end, the system they originally quoted was unchanged when we signed a contract with them because they clearly have worked in homes like ours and with Amana before. That's what drove me to go with them, they drink the [insert whatever brand name] coolaid.

[@NewHVACGuide]

Sounds like you made a good decision on the contractor you chose regardless of what brand they installed.

[@lizzieb6311]

Smart man! I have been using my AC guys for 22 years…they are simply the best and my loyalty has paid off because whenever I have an issue - even if not an emergency - they send my guy to me right away, He knows me…my system…and they have never taken advantage of me by doing unnecessary repairs. 14 years ago when my original Carrier system finally died after many years of service in the Florida heat they recommended Goodman. It was affordable and has performed beautifully. I have Price come to my house spring and fall for scheduled maintenance and it never lets me down. I asked him recently during the spring visit if I need to start considering replacing it due to age (14 years) and he said he expects I’ll get at least another five years out of it. THAT is a Contractor I trust…. This is why they’ve earned my loyalty…they treat me right and recommend quality equipment that works with my budget that has a great standard warranty.

[@brianhunley5302]

The closest place that sells Daikin, Amana, and Goodman around here is over an hour away but they deliver every day if we want them to. Daikin fit isn’t available though. Amana just came out with a series that’s like it.

[@jacobcyriac432]

Though the brand name Daikin is catching up in the USA, the fact is in the rest of the planet it's at the top along with Mitsubishi. Daikin is the biggest HVAC manufacturing company on the planet. Well known in the rest of the world for top notch quality of their products and a pioneer of many HVAC related technology innovations. I have a Daikin fit system in my house, but I found out that many of the so called Daikin comfort pros out there discourage customers from installing inverter systems like the Daikin fit and that's because they don't know how to install it right, and never admit it. Daikin should weed them out of their ecosystem coz it degrades their name. Anyways, I finally found one , they did a great job, the system works great, my electric bill dropped by 60% and I couldn't be happier. Finally, may I also mention, that Josh and his team were my advisors on my HVAC project. So thanks Josh!

[@nedmilburn]

Does the daikin fit need a backup coil for defrost mode, or does it have a built in defrost backup heater to temper the air when in defrost mode?

[@jacobcyriac432]

It does not need anything extra. The system contains everything it needs.

[@nedmilburn]

@@jacobcyriac432 Thank you. I have 2 local contractors telling me they won't install without a backup heater and that it's necessary for when it gets cold and if the heat pump freezes up and stops working. My thinking is, if heat pumps were so unreliable as to require a separate ,heating system, why would they exist for heating at all...? No one installs extra back up electrical baseboard heat when they have an oil, propane, or natural gas furnace. They are recitals enough so that there's not much risk of breakdown. I'm in Nova Scotia... We used to get, and still sometimes we do but much more infrequently, temperatures down to minus 20 and below, but the coldest here in the last 18 years was 2 nights down to minus 27. Will a daikin or Mitsubishi 2.5 tonne machine require a 9kw or even 12kw electric backup coil heater added to the hot air plenum...? This area shows at ~15.9 Celsius for the heating system design size.

[@jacobcyriac432]

I think the most reliable way to provide heat would be using a heat pump till the temperature drops to about 35-40f, and below that with a natural gas furnace( dual fuel system). The Daikin one thermostat can be configured to do that, if required. My suggestion is , you contact Josh from Griffin air, for the best advice regarding the finer details of your project I did and I'm glad I did.

[@nedmilburn]

@@jacobcyriac432 I've got a wood stove in one section, and am soon having a wood insert installed in my other section... So these can easily handle power outages and extreme cold temperatures. It glut gets cooler than -13f (-25c) where I am.

[@davidvuchetich3045]

My builders installing a daikin fit with an upflow air handler and electric element furnace. The Aprilaire is at the bottom of the air handler with about 4-5” of ductwork touching the the ground before it enters the Aprilaire 4 “ purifier. Will the horizontally installed Aprilaire have the proper flow ? Seems like I’ve only seen vertical air purifiers? Obviously just thinking the air has to turn 90 degrees and go up through the purifier. Is this fairly common? Obviously I’m not an hvac guy.

[@gregdali1011]

still have package and split carrier unit since 2010 , runs strong with proper maintenance, so far only fan motor was replaced and capacitors

[@matthewinaz]

Mine too. 2007. I replace condenser fan. I think bearing was going out

[@Biglover29]

What do you think about Carrier? I don't think Daikin is available in my area. Unfortunately we have to get a new unit, even though we don't really have the money for it. I want to find one that will last as long as possible he in GA..

[@marycatherinewright174]

8:58pm we are needing a new HVAC system. Would love to have the Diakin. But can we afford it?

[@rsmolkin]

Any recommendations for South Florida?

[@mememe84]

What do you think of Mitsubishi and O'general/Fujitsu quality and reliability?

[@MrWhitelightning73]

I’ve got a Lennox 4 ton heat pump. 3000 square foot home. The outdoor unit recently started getting real noisy. Do I have to replace with the same brand or does it matter. I replaced motor on furnace this summer and it was $1,000 😢

[@johnnytuinals9046]

I have a Question,I had a Power Outage for a few seconds a month ago and I heard a loud noise outside.(I have a 4MXS36RMVJUA}And its on a bracket attached to the house.A week later thinking that it was kinda loud and had NO clue if it was from the Outside unit I felt let me shut of the power for a min.Wellll I shut the power off and heard a very loud noise on the other side of the outside wall.Guess it was the Daikin,My concern is,Should I be concerned?Is this Normal?I felt since these things don't have much power to them there should be NO Noise like a Fan,Freezer when shut off..........Wondering what are your thoughts?This is a great system.

[@jamesburrell8574]

Thanks Josh! Excellent info! Much appreciated! 👍

[@NewHVACGuide]

Thanks pal!

[@TheMcGuireLife]

Hi, Joshua Griffin this is Jermey McGuire. I previously had a 15 year old Lennox XC16 5 ton air conditioner from 2009. That prevents cooled upstairs and I had a Goodman 4 ton air conditioner from 2018 that previously cooled downstairs.” The Lennox air conditioner was matched with a Lennox gas furnace, and the downstairs Goodman air conditioner had a Lennox electric heat/air conditioner. The upstairs furnace was completely gone, it was rusted out the heat didn’t work. The upstairs wouldn’t cool under 80 for the past 2 summers, and the downstairs air conditioner didn’t cool well. I got those old air conditioners replaced 5 days ago with a 3.5 ton downstairs and a 5 ton air conditioner upstairs the upstairs Goodman air conditioner is matched with a gas furnace, the downstairs air conditioner is matched with electric furnace/air conditioning.” My upstairs Goodman air conditioner is keeping me cool and comfortable upstairs. My upstairs Goodman air conditioner is on right now, it feels so good upstairs!l here in south Texas!!

[@BartoszBielecki]

I am not from US, but from EU, and from my experience (and installators i've talked with) apart from Daikin, Mitsubishi, LG, Panasonic and Toshiba are also good quality.

[@dporrasxtremeLS3]

Joshua, I live in central Ca. Madera next to Fresno. Where do you recommend a supplier in Central Calif.?

[@Litt1leMe]

I've been looking into Daiken, I like what I see. Unfortunately, I've had bad luck with small HVAC installation companies, and I'm afraid of moving forward because of this.

[@christianlara9918]

Hope you are well. I am a five year residential/commercial service tech. My advice for you is to get into a company that works on everything. I'm talking walk-in coolers, freezers, ice cream machines, refrigeration, mini splits, etc. This will allow much more opportunity for you. If that does not appeal to you, try getting into a maintenance position at a school or hospital. These places have every kind of system you can imagine. Industrial water chillers, water towers, ice machines, centrifugal chillers, etc.

[@picklerix6162]

The big name companies will definitely rip you off.

[@michaelhatfull3305]

Daikin bought a massive company called Williams up in Michigan

[@dwreed63]

Very good video. Do you have an opinion on Midea equipment? They seem to be grabbing a lot of market share in AZ

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

Midea makes Bosch, they seem ok

[@NewHVACGuide]

We don’t have any suppliers in my area for Midea. However, Midea makes several brands that we do see in our area from time to time. I would consider them a lower quality than the premium brands in our industry. However, maybe they would be a good budget friendly option.

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

@@NewHVACGuide I was talking to Midea at the show. They told me they make the Bosch split system. They also make the ductless for Allied.

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

As far as ductless, Midea makes Lennox ductless. They switched a couple years ago from Gree to Midea

[@dwreed63]

They make a 18 - 20 Seer inverter central (ducted) split system up to 5 ton apparently, I've heard good things about it. Thoughts anyone?

[@wadejordan6342]

Do they offer geothermal units?

[@morrisnorwood3251]

I have a 1975 2T Rheem R22 unit that is still in operation and has not been serviced even once, Not even ONE time. I am afraid to replace it. You know the ols "if it ain't broke don't fix it!"

[@williamcotham7792]

Josh, I see many of the Daikin residential HP models are not yet 2023 Compliant (SEER2 and HSPF2 rating). This is required to obtain the federal tax credit and qualify for certain utility company rebates. Any ideas on when those models will be tested?

[@Eduardo-mb7dt]

. Using the new test methodology, manufacturers will determine equipment HSPF2/SEER2 ratings and print them on the AHRI Certificate for units manufactured Jan 1, 2023 or after. For units manufactured before Jan 1, 2023, the AHRI Certificate will continue to show the old HSPF/SEER rating based on the prior test methodology

[@roberthickey4201]

Are AC pro and Ox Box similar quality?

[@garysmith8455]

It is nice to know that Mitsubishi is also one of the top 3. Josh, have you heard any more on who may acquire Fujitsu ? In my case, I went with Mitsubishi vs. Carrier which was suggested by 3 local HVAC businesses, yes, it cost somewhat more, but has a 12 year parts / compressor warranty and a 5 year labor by my HVAC installers. So far, the system here is a 30k btu ODU with 3 iSee air handlers. Running 1.5 years and still working wonderfully and as expected by the specification here in the NE. TODAY, an additional single 12k btu split system will be commissioned where I wanted to have heat added on the first floor of my home. I did received bids from a couple local businesses for this addition, and ended up staying on with the same company that installed the first system the end of 2021. I subscribed to your channel because I enjoy the information you share, and find it all fascinating. Thank you!

[@samhaines829]

I'll consider Daikin next time. Goodman replaced my compressor at 9 1/2 years. What kind of company does that on a 10 year warranty? A dam good one is that kind of company. I'll always look for better, but it'll be years before I need a new unit I hope.

[@davidkaija7680]

It seems Daikin Fit has sacrificed it’s high efficiency ratings of SEER and HSPF in order to keep its smaller size (FIT). Maybe the smaller size is more important in certain urban areas.

[@AlA-qw8ss]

Love Daikin but need a 120v 12000btu min i-split.

[@DavesShop]

Hi Josh, Here in central Texas it's hot and I have always been told that the installation of AC equipment really depends on how long it last. Considering all other things are equal. I have used Lennox and Carrier they both are about the same for longevity. The AC companies here local all say that Trane is the best and the price is very expensive. Are there Daikin dealers in Austin Tx? I also would like to see a video on what you think customers should look for in a good AC company if you haven't already made a video for that. Thanks for sharing your advice keep it up.

[@Kiddro22]

Parts for a Trane are ridiculously expensive. Had a rep from a company come and quote me $17k for a American Standard gas furnace and AC unit(4ton)when my furnace was acting up months ago.

[@sherrybrown460]

I live in Central Texas (Lakeway outside of Austin). Blue Ribbon is the contractor I am considering.

[@picklerix6162]

I installed a Goodman myself at my house. My neighbor’s A/C went out and she replaced it with a Daikin. Her condensing unit looks very similar to mine except for the top fan grille. My unit is 16 SEER and hers is 14 SEER. I like the fact that Goodman parts seemed to be available now and priced reasonably.

[@992TurboS.]

The issue is developers they drive the market I live in the suburbs in Southern California I moved into this area 25 yrs ago when this community was just starting to be developed form cow farms . The developers we’re putting in equipment that they got a a big discount as they we’re buying 5k units when buying my home I just didn’t know or heard of the company so I elected to go with the brand from work in this case was Rheem this was not what was being offered at time of purchasing my home I found a contractor that installed Rheem they put in a RHEEM CLASIC I’ve only had it serviced once in the last 25 yrs but the units that were installed around the community have failed yrs ago , but the surrounding New HVAC companies started up and serviced this brand . I’m watching this video as my AC is showing signs it needs replacing ( I call it the compressor death rattle ) it’s an old freon unit . But with only 1 service in its 25 yrs life I think I’ll replace it with the same brand. And not with what the contractors are pushing .

[@Clamjammer]

I know you’re talking about Lennox!

[@Arctic513]

I want to replace my Goodman I purchased 6 years ago. I’m not comfortable. It’s not cool enough. 2 story house 2172 SQ ft. But $20,000 is alot.

[@johnellis5799]

hello. why have i never heard of this brand ? daikin ? i purchased a carrier only part so far i had to put on is a capacitor and a blower motor . i have owned for about 12 years . im no expert had a good friend test it for me . i ordered the parts and put them on . did i make a mistake ? thank you and keep up the honesty .

[@matthewinaz]

Mine 15 just a fan motor

[@utuber2089]

I'm concerned about their AC/Heat Pumps using hybrid copper and aluminum coils. Other manufactures abandoned that because of issues with galvanic corrosion.

[@davidvuchetich3045]

Does daikin use a hybrid type?

[@picklerix6162]

Most manufacturers have moved to an all aluminum coil. My Goodman coil is all aluminum. The Daikin coils are all aluminum as far as I know.

[@sherrybrown460]

Hi Josh. I am considering a 17.2 SEER Two Tage Daikin or a 15.2. My house is 2700 square feet. What would you recommend? The project manager suggested one or the other. I live in sweltering Texas. My Amana has been good but can't keep up with the heat in late afternoon.

[@ErrorInvalidName]

Truthfully unless your house is buttoned up like it should be to support a high seer rating you'll be wasting money as you wont get the eff you're paying for. And to truly know how well your house is sealed up you'd have to have a pressure test done.

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

Did you look at the Napoleon furnaces at the show? They really appear to be a step up but we have no local supplier in PA. Boiler tech seems to have reached its climax with everyone favoring negative pressure gas valves and stainless fire tube exchangers. Weil Mclain has really stepped it up with their new Eco units and Bradford with their f2 units. So many people from over seas looking for distributors, several who are willing to sell direct. Air to water monoblock heat pumps, I saw at least 7. I think one of the problems that you dont see more inverters for split systems is they require a rotary compressor. They spent the last 35 years tooling up and perfecting the scroll and they just don't work on variable speed. Small rotaries were always used on refrigerators but now we are looking at 5 ton rotaries. It only took a few years for the entire ductless industry to go inverter but it seems to be taking quite a bit longer with split units. My guess would be compressor availability.

[@NewHVACGuide]

That place was so big. I don’t even know if I remember seeing their booth ha ha. We should link up at the next one though!

[@elgringoec]

Pretty sure the mini splits I got have scroll compressors. They're inverter driven, repeatedly speeding up and slowing down.

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

@@elgringoec What brand are they?

[@anthonyspadafora1384]

@@NewHVACGuide Defiantly, Next year is Chicago. I usually skip that one but the following year is Orlando, that one is the best. Crazy how big it is. Even if you didn't stop to talk to anyone it would be hard to see the whole thing. I have been so busy since I got back I haven't had the time to go through my bag. lol

[@elgringoec]

@@anthonyspadafora1384 Pioneer. You're wise to skip that one! Orlando though, enjoy some warmer weather, fairly safe, take a few extra days for some beaches 😁

[@Eduardo-mb7dt]

Josh, what do you think about the Daikin fit? Can I used a Daikin fit with my existing Amana air handler?

[@NewHVACGuide]

I love the Fit. However, I don’t think it’ll match up with your Amana. It has communication technology and needs to be a matching air handler. Check out the videos I’ve done on the fit 🙂

[@Eduardo-mb7dt]

Thank you!

[@klairepatterson8873]

I notice that you are in Virginia. Do you not think that a heat pump is equally good to have vs. the furnace/A/C combination ?

[@NewHVACGuide]

Depends on the home. Some situations heat pumps are better

[@SteveTrei]

Thanks --- trying to decide between Daikin Fit and LG LGRED. Very similar in price but worried about reliability and parts of LG compared to Daikin. I know you like the Fit, will you please give me your thoughts on the LG?

[@NewHVACGuide]

Being that we don’t have a good supplier for LG in our area, I might not be the best person to ask this question. However, I would recommend going with a better contractor between the two estimates. Go with the one that is going to stand behind their work more than the other. I couldn’t even get parts in our area for LG.

[@SteveTrei]

Thanks, is it still true that the Daikin Fit doesn't qualify for the federal tax credit?

[@gtpforever]

Hopefully the heat exchangers and inducers are better designed now. Lol

[@SteveTrei]

Also looking at Trane XV18. Are it and Daikin Fit comparable? Wondering what you think?

[@ohiopat8517]

All I know is my 2004 Goodman furnace still acts like it's brand new with just routine maintenance.

[@gordonq007]

majority 2000-2010 gas furnaces are reliable, cuz the industry has perfected the 80+ AFUE furnace tech at that point and they didnt have to deal with secondary heat exchanger and condensation drainage in 95+ AFUE furnaces. More complexity usually means more things could go wrong. Goodman is a decent brand, but often it depends on certain models and whether installer has installed it correctly or not.

[@ohiopat8517]

@@gordonq007 Mine is a 90+

[@Kiddro22]

@@gordonq007 installation is everything

[@SFBay69]

2010 was indeed the last year of the good ac's

[@jedwardoo]

I’m seeing Daikin and LG in my area. Curious to see if you have any experience with LG inverters if they last as long as Daikin inverters

[@NewHVACGuide]

I have a friend that loves em. I’d recommend going with the better contractor

[@jedwardoo]

@@NewHVACGuide how would one know if the contractor is any good prior to them doing it? Do you have any FAQ or something to help filter out the bad ones?

[@NewHVACGuide]

@@jedwardoo that’s actually something we send to all new subscribers at our site www.newhvacguide.com

[@SFBay69]

Cant stop a goodman, mama.

[@ameliagalvez7401]

Hi Josh, I’m in Florida, I’m interesting and get a Daikin air conditioner for my two bedroom apartment, (1250 sf living area) do I need 3 tons wath about an installation company, please

[@NewHVACGuide]

Hello. Have a contractor perform a manual J calculation to determine the size system you need!

[@TyzFix]

Is Goodman any good?

[@SFBay69]

The best

[@FlannelFetish]

Name the brands

[@sarahev8111]

What would you rate Bryant 1-10?

[@johnwhite2576]

Bryant is carrier rebranded - so just a good, only cheaper-a solid, smart brand to deal with. The fully variable ecm systems are Great esp the ones with preheat for humidity.

[@frugalmcdogal8779]

My home humidity is >60 % if thermostat is set higher than 74 degrees. I would like to pick your brain. I have a Bosch 1.0 series unit (48k 60k and I use the 48k setting as well as the accelerated cooling)about 3 years old. My home is 2800 sq feet. Recent upgrades include new whole home duct system, new windows, new spray foam attic insulation, apirle air dehumidifier and we are still having same humidity issues. Should I look into a smaller HVAC unit?

[@johnwhite2576]

No unfortunately you chose a good brand for Denver or Salt Lake City-good price, efficient esp at heating small, thermostats agnostic, etc, good support for dealers. BUT can’t handle much humidity -it’s a design issue. If you want to really handle humidity you need a true fully variable communicating system, one that has a smaller sensible/latent heat removal ratio. The best are carrier green speed, esp with preheat enabled, and daikin if you want to handle lots of humidity. Esp in trunk season….You can’t be all things to all people. Bosch esp the yeh 2.0 is a great great unit for a dry cold climate, but a very poor choice for say ATLAnta. NB Bosch is made in China.Medea, da

[@mauricej5279]

Are they in Houston?

[@FatManDoubleZero]

Located just outside of Northwest Houston, Texas, the "DAIKIN WALLER TEXAS TECHNOLOGY PARK" allows Daikin to consolidate manufacturing, engineering, logistics, marketing and sales for Goodman®, Amana® and Daikin brand unitary heating and air conditioning products in one location. Regardless of this, I greatly prefer TRANE over all of the other brands - especially for their 2-stage "bullet proof" heat pumps with Climatuff Scroll Compressors. TRANE'S Patented Spine-fin Condenser coils "dwarf" the competition in "size" and "bulk-weight" and therefore the ability to "cool" more efficiently throughout a 100 degree "hot" summer in places like Houston, Texas.

[@dave_mac]

Can you tell me some more brands that are good and what to stay away from? I want to help my parents out so they don't get ripped off.

[@NewHVACGuide]

Add focus more on finding a good contractor and go with the brand they recommend

[@brucea9434]

Hows evcon ac unit??

[@NewHVACGuide]

I don't have much experience with that brand

[@bjacobs1132]

What happened to your love affair with Bosch? I have been following you for a long time now and it seemed in the past you were praising Bosch as your favorite. Now you have seemed to all the sudden switched to Daiken, what changed?

[@NewHVACGuide]

We still install Bosch in certain situations. However, they have fallen short on a couple things.

[@elgringoec]

Are these units made in Virginia?

[@NewHVACGuide]

Texas.

[@elgringoec]

@@NewHVACGuide That's cool. You know there's a plant in Virginia, right?

[@NewHVACGuide]

Actually, yes. My father works at it. It’s in Verona, Virginia!

[@elgringoec]

@@NewHVACGuide No way! Did he work there when it was McQuay? I was in the design and application of the control boxes.

[@sprockkets]

I can't disagree with Daikin, but I'm never going to be onboard with them putting the filter drier in the unit - that's just horrible.

[@darkphantom507]

How does Daikin compare to Trane?

[@LeonardCooperman]

Mitsubishi

[@dans8357]

Goodman is owned run by daikin . Daikin is a India company . I like how you said you have tested all these other bands including daikin. How did you test them? Where is your test facilities and what were your criteria? I don't think I would use daikin in a residential application. No one has heard of this company until recently in the USA . I would go with Carrier or Trane. Any HVAC professional can service these units and get parts.

[@NewHVACGuide]

Your comment is full of inaccuracies 🙂

[@timothyjohnson4285]

When it comes to HVAC here in the desert S.W., best have done your homework! The cooling system you buy absolutely WILL FAIL at some time!! Hopefully your installer and the equipment they installed is above board and you have SUPRRME service and equipment warranties that'll cover the mind-bending charges you'll accrue. Make NO MISTAKE, that industry is ALL ABOUT MAKING $...and PROFIT! Cover your 6, OR, prepare for the consequences.

[@mattmccarty72]

Trane, Carrier, Lennox and Rheem want you to kiss their feet to sell their "superior" units ? The highest selling brand, Goodman is sold everywhere to every HVAC company, with no kissing anything.

[@brianhunley5302]

We sell Rheem because they seem to be improving more every year and we have a good relationship with the distributor. And we get great prices.

[@NewHVACGuide]

Distributor relationship is a big deal.

[@kencleg7721]

What state rheam ?

[@mariomercier1856]

I been installing hvac last 30 years. After working with all equipment Goodman products was on the low end there made with cheaper and thinner metal. America standard has the best (Trane). Carrier dealer are the shi***** salesman.

[@mistymyers2417]

what about Daikin?

[@kevinellis3509]

Carrier is the best. It will last the longest. Train is a close 2nd.

[@melissanative1799]

I HAD TO REPLACE TWO EVAPORATOR COILS ON A TRANE BEFORE THE 10 YEAR WARRANTY ENDED SO I WOULDN'T CONSIDER TRANE.

[@aaronbpi98]

I’m not going to mention that brand…stops video!

[@NewHVACGuide]

I mention it just after you stopped it 😉

[@aaronbpi98]

@@NewHVACGuidethe brand that you thought sucked…that the lady was going to pick. This was a daikin commercial. Even the 3 brands that have quality parts you don’t mention those.

[@NewHVACGuide]

@@aaronbpi98 I bashed a brand once and the President of the company and a bunch of his employees attacked me personally online and left a bunch of bad reviews on my small business. I'm a little more careful now. I still want to help folks but there are some bad apples out there

[@aaronbpi98]

@@NewHVACGuide gotcha. I understand why you would not want to mention the brands now

[@ceasarsalazar6782]

Why don't u name other brand but Daikin?

[@NewHVACGuide]

The video is about Daikin 🙂

[@ceasarsalazar6782]

Of you already got a trane unit would you replace it with a Daikin?.

[@NewHVACGuide]

I like Daikin, but your contractor may like a different brand. I recommend finding a good contractor and go with what they like and will stand behind.

[@stevebennett1563]

Trane and American standard #1

[@NewHVACGuide]

I used to think that 😉

[@SFBay69]

@@NewHVACGuide Goodmans pre 2010 are the best

[@trinito97]

Daikin? I seeing their products specially commercial and honestly I don’t like them It’s nothing but Goodman. My experience with low end equipment has not been very good Cause customer blame you instead the brand.

[@Dennis-kt6md]

This video offered zero information

[@NewHVACGuide]

Sorry pal

[@klugger01]

Daikin is a Chinese owned company. You actually dig that?

[@NewHVACGuide]

Japanese

[@klugger01]

@@NewHVACGuide Still all Chinese parts until March of 2024 we hope. lol

[@mistymyers2417]

@@klugger01 no its not. They no longer deal with China to get parts