There are two important considerations when selecting the best system for your needs:

Hire a skilled contractor. With central HVAC, product performance and reliability greatly depend on the contractor's ability to design and install a system suited for your home.
Check out our tips on how to select the right contractor.

Think about what you want. Because HVAC purchases aren't frequent, you may not be aware of the latest solutions for common indoor problems such as hot and cold spots and dust. Now's the time to speak up if you'd like to save energy, lower utility costs or fix a host of other problems.

A HVAC purchase is a 16-20 year commitment, so now is the time to get the air conditioner and furnace that will satisfy your family's needs. Start by reviewing the questions below.

Do you want to control temperature by room?

• Zoning systems are designed to allow the homeowner to control the temperature by room. You can zone as little as two areas (like an upstairs and downstairs), or you can zone up to eight. The ability to zone your home, and the approach to zoning, may vary depending on your home layout and the contractor's skill.

Do you want to lower your energy bills?

• If you experience high gas bills in the winter, ask about furnaces rated 95% AFUE or higher.
• If you experience high electric bills in the summer, ask about cooling systems rated 15 SEER or higher.

Would you like to reduce the amount of hot and cold spots in your home?

• If you experience hot/cold spots predominately during mild temperature days, ask about multi-stage options.
• Basic two-stage systems use two stages of cooling or heating to give better comfort during mild temperature days.
• Better two-stage systems use two stages of cooling or heating plus a variable-speed blower to provide more even temperature and fresher air.
• The best is a modulating system that offers a multitude of stages to provide the most precise temperature control, comfort and noise reduction. Not all manufacturers have indoor and outdoor modulating systems like Broan.

Is dust a problem in your home?

Do you have pets or pet dander?

Does anyone in your family have allergies?

Is it too humid in your home?

Does it get too dry in the home?

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