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Purchasing
Get the answers to questions involving topics such as; Purchasing Filters, Financing, System Prices, Buying Direct, Local Dealers, and Efficiency Ratings.


 
  • Where can I purchase filters?

  • Does Trane provide financing options for equipment purchases?

  • How much will my new air conditioning system cost?

  • Can I buy heating and air conditioning equipment directly from Trane?

  • How do I find a dealer who will do a good job?

  • What do all those rating numbers mean?

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    Where can I purchase filters?
    If you are unable to find the appropriate size air filter at your local hardware outlet, they may be able to cut-to-fit filters that will also work or contact your local independent Trane dealer.

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    Does Trane provide financing options for equipment purchases?

    We provide up to 10 year customer financing for local participating independent Trane dealers. These independent Trane dealers may also have other local options as well as seasonal promotions. Please contact your local independent Trane dealer for specific information about the current financing options available. You can find a Trane dealer listed in your local Yellow Pages or type in your ZIP code at our Web site's Dealer Locator for a partial list of independent Trane dealers in your area. You can also call toll free, (866) GET-A-TRANE, for a list of Trane Comfort Specialists in your area.



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    How much will my new air conditioning system cost?

    That depends. There are many factors that must be considered. These include:

    • The efficiency of the equipment
    • The size of your home
    • Is the ductwork installed and in good condition?
    • Do you need a thermostat or electronic air cleaner?

    In most cases, replacing your whole system, indoor and outdoor components, will result in a more efficient, longer lasting system but will also cost a little more. As a manufacturer of an applied product, we do not establish retail pricing. We sell our products to regional distributors who sell them to local independent Trane dealers, who then install them as complete systems for homeowners. Please contact your local independent Trane dealer for equipment recommendations and your total investment based on a heat load calculation performed on your home.



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    Can I buy heating and air conditioning equipment directly from Trane?

    We do not sell our products directly to the public. We sell our products to regional distributors who sell them to local independent Trane dealers. These independent dealers install the equipment as complete systems for homeowners. Contact your local independent Trane dealer for equipment recommendations, including your total investment cost based on a Load Calculation performed on your home.

    If you are interested in quiet, efficient home comfort, ask the dealer about variable speed airflow. The dealer can also "estimate" the annual energy savings from higher efficiency equipment. Ask about our factory extended warranties and financing options. You can find an independent Trane dealer listed in your local Yellow Pages or type in your ZIP code at our Web site's Dealer Locator for a partial list of independent Trane dealers in your area. You can also call toll free, (866) GET-A-TRANE, for a list of Trane Comfort Specialists in your area.



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    How do I find a dealer who will do a good job?

    You can find a list of local independent Trane dealers in the Yellow Pages, or type in your zip code at our web site’s Dealer Locator for a partial list of independent Trane dealers in your area. You can also call toll free (866) GET-A-TRANE for a list of Trane Comfort Specialists in your area.

    Our regional Trane wholesale distributors maintain a relationship with local independent Trane dealers and may be able to provide additional information about them or our products.

    Ask people you know who have had an air conditioning system installed and if they would recommend them. Check with the Better Business Bureau. Have the dealer come out and give you an estimate--see how they handle their customers. Ask for references--and then check them.

    See Ten Time-proven Tips for Selecting A Quality Air Conditioning Dealer.



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    What do all those rating numbers mean?

    The federal government requires all air conditioning and heating equipment to be rated for efficiency. The higher the rating, the more efficient the model.

    Gas furnaces are rated for AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency). This defines the amount of heat recovered from the burned fuel. A 90% furnace will recover 90% of the available heat and use it to heat your home. 10% of the heat is vented outdoors. Many older furnaces are only 60% efficient. The other 40% is vented outdoors. You can see that a new high efficiency furnace will require much less fuel to heat your home.

    For cooling, the rating is SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). This rating is based on general design criteria and does not reflect a specific efficiency level for a specific application. SEER ratings are for comparison purposes only so that homeowners will know that they can compare different brands of products with similar efficiency ratings. The rating for the outdoor unit will reference a general efficiency range, such as 12 SEER. The actual efficiency rating for a specific system will depend on the combination of the outdoor unit, the indoor coil, and the size of the system. These ratings are available to your dealer in the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute’s Energy Guide. A variable speed indoor blower unit will increase the efficiency rating of the system, as well.

    Heat Pumps are rated by SEER for cooling efficiency and by HSPF (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor) for heating efficiency.

    All of these ratings can be compared by asking your local independent Trane dealer, utility provider or referencing the ARI Directory. See our pages of Energy StarSM Products.



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