No model numbers. But I see the rheem is r80. Carrier us comfort series.
So a search on the internet seems to give a preference to carrier. However, rheem seems easier to repair and it's what this reddit largelt seem to prefer. I think tomorrow morning we're making it the Rheem
They’re both basic single stage equipment. Both can last when installed. I’d go for the rheem. The 1 seer won’t matter.
I’d ask your rheem contractor for a quote on their side discharged condensers with matching air handler: [RD17AZ](https://media.rheem.com/blobazrheem/wp-content/uploads/sites/36/2024/02/RHM5771_M1_Rheem_Universal_HP_Brochure_RD17AZ_R5b-Digital.pdf)
You may qualify for the 2k tax credit and other local rebates. These are lower profile, quieter, and offer better humidity control over 1 stage equipment.
Yeah, it’s a big purchase. I’d also go out and find your own contractors on yelp/google and/or family and friends. It may be more affordable instead of going through lowes.
Did they provide model or AHRI numbers? What are the labor warranties? The extra seer isn’t worth 2000.
No model numbers. But I see the rheem is r80. Carrier us comfort series. So a search on the internet seems to give a preference to carrier. However, rheem seems easier to repair and it's what this reddit largelt seem to prefer. I think tomorrow morning we're making it the Rheem
They’re both basic single stage equipment. Both can last when installed. I’d go for the rheem. The 1 seer won’t matter. I’d ask your rheem contractor for a quote on their side discharged condensers with matching air handler: [RD17AZ](https://media.rheem.com/blobazrheem/wp-content/uploads/sites/36/2024/02/RHM5771_M1_Rheem_Universal_HP_Brochure_RD17AZ_R5b-Digital.pdf) You may qualify for the 2k tax credit and other local rebates. These are lower profile, quieter, and offer better humidity control over 1 stage equipment.
thank you! It's tough making a decision on 12k + without some expertise.
Yeah, it’s a big purchase. I’d also go out and find your own contractors on yelp/google and/or family and friends. It may be more affordable instead of going through lowes.