GOING GREEN
Going Green with Energy-Efficient HVAC
A greener home and a smaller utility bill usually go hand in hand. Apple AC has been helping Central Florida families choose efficient systems and smarter habits since 1997, with guidance from a local team that cares about the community.
More Homeowners Want an Energy-Efficient HVAC System
More homeowners want a cooling system that keeps them comfortable while treating the planet, and their wallet, with respect. Our team shares those same goals. Since day one, we have focused on heating and cooling products that deliver real comfort, strong efficiency ratings, and lasting value. We hold ourselves to the same ‘green’ habits we recommend to you.
Green Efforts
We practice what we preach. Regular preventative maintenance, timely filter changes, and programmable thermostats cut energy consumption and improve indoor air. We also recycle materials from our job sites so less ends up in the landfill.
Community Impact
Apple AC is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is working toward LEED certification. We serve as a Sierra Club Green Check provider, support the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, and give back through projects like our Habitat for Humanity home builds.
Eco Inspiration
For us, going ‘green’ starts at a personal level. We are grateful to work in an industry where we can teach better habits and lower the environmental impact of every home we touch, while offering efficient systems built with the planet in mind.
Want to Know More About Energy Efficiency? Learn About SEER.
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When you shop for a new air conditioner, you will see a SEER rating on every unit. It is one of the most important numbers to understand when dealing with AC units. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, and it tells you how efficiently an AC unit or heat pump turns electricity into cooling over a typical cooling season.
The math behind it is simple: SEER is the total cooling output, measured in British thermal units, divided by the total energy input over the same period. A higher SEER rating means the system delivers the same cooling capacity while using less energy, which makes it a key metric for anyone focused on lower utility bills and a smaller carbon footprint.
Every central air conditioner sold in the United States has to meet a minimum SEER rating set by the U.S. Department of Energy. Because of our climate, southern states like Florida carry a higher minimum SEER than northern states do. A higher SEER unit can mean a higher upfront cost, but the long-term savings on your monthly utility bills often make up the difference over the life of the system.
How Efficient Thinking Adds Up To Big Savings
Heating and cooling can make up more than half of your home’s total energy costs. The efficiency of your HVAC system has a real effect on what you pay each month. When you are looking for ways to trim those costs, an energy-efficient air conditioner is one of the smartest places to start.
High-efficiency systems are easy to spot by the yellow-and-black EnergyGuide label on the equipment, and our team can walk you through what those numbers mean for your home. Pair the right SEER rating with routine maintenance and a programmable thermostat, and the energy savings add up.
Experienced Professionals for all of Your HVAC Needs
Call Apple AC and you get a technician who has been trained, screened, and backed by more than 30 years of family-owned experience. If it heats, cools, or affects your home’s energy efficiency, our NATE-certified team can take care of it.
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20,000 Sq. Ft.
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We are also a licensed Mechanical Contractor | License # CMCO56836
Frequently Asked Questions About Energy Efficiency
We know that energy efficiency and SEER numbers can feel like a lot to sort through, especially when you are trying to pick a new air conditioner. We are here to help you with every step.
SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, and it measures how efficiently a cooling system runs over a typical cooling season. The higher the SEER, the less energy your unit uses to deliver the same cooling output. It is one of the most useful numbers to check when comparing efficient systems.
Because of our heat, southern states carry a higher minimum SEER rating than northern states. Every central air conditioner sold in the United States has to meet that federal minimum, and our team can help you weigh a higher SEER unit against your budget to find the right SEER for your home.
A high SEER rating usually means a higher upfront cost, but it also means lower monthly utility bills and less energy used over the life of the system. For most Central Florida homes that run the AC much of the year, those long-term savings add up and the system often pays for the difference.
Yes. A heat pump moves heat instead of generating it, which uses less energy than many traditional setups and can lower your energy costs year-round. We can talk through whether a heat pump is a good fit for your home and comfort needs.
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