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Did you know that the air conditioner market is valued at more than $30 billion in the United States alone?

Air conditioning is a saving grace for so many during incredibly hot summers. First introduced in the mid-1800s, this convenience has changed lives.

The industry is vast and there are many air conditioning brands to select from. What are the best AC brands? How do they compare? Continue to read to learn more.

Find the Perfect AC Unit for Your Home

There are multiple factors that go into choosing the right AC unit for your home. These include: price, size, efficiency, quality, and type of air conditioner.

When deciding on a unit, it is important to find an air conditioner that is within your budget range and prioritizes quality performance. Many of the brands discussed below have been recognized in the community as companies that focus on creating quality and long-lasting units.

Another aspect to consider is what type of air conditioner you would like to purchase. Different types of units include:

  • Portable
  • Window
  • Central
  • Geothermal

Trane

Trane prides itself on creating durable and efficient air condition systems. Its dedication to quality makes it stand out as one of the premier air conditioner companies on the market.

The company is well known for its warranty policies and offers customers an attractive 10 year warranty. Trane also encourages customers to explore rebates and tax credits.

Trane offers a variety of variable-speed systems, two-speed systems, and single-speed systems. The company’s systems range from $5,000 to more than $20,000. Installation costs are an additional expense.

While Trane products are quite expensive, you are receiving excellent value.

Carrier

Carrier is another popular air condition system brand that focuses on creating quality units. The company’s systems have gained a reputation in the industry for being long-lasting.

Carrier has produced air condition units for more than a century and its experience shows in every product it produces.

The company offers over 12 different models that range from $3,000 to $45,000 (depending on type of AC unit). Carrier offers central, ductless mini split, and geothermal AC equipment. For a central AC unit, system costs will range from $3,000 to $15,000.

Installation costs are not included in the initial system purchase. One of Carrier’s most attractive qualities is its diverse collection of products.

You will have plenty to choose from. Of the essence, Carrier repair prices are quite competitive as well.

Goodman

Goodman AC systems are traditionally more affordable than Carrier and Trane but still provide a strong user experience. This is one of the main reasons why Goodman is a recognizable name in the market.

Goodman AC units do not sacrifice quality for the price. While they may not have all the bells and whistles, Goodman’s units provide customers with fantastic value. The company’s warranty policies are noticeable as well (10 to 12-year programs with options for extension).

Goodman offers more than 10 air condition unit options including the GVXC20, GSXC18, and GSXH5.

American Standard

American Standard, along with Trane, defines the gold standard of air conditioners. Their units are quite expensive, but they are built to last!

Installation costs can be as high as $6,000, but American Standard technicians define professionalism. The company offers a variety of central air conditioner units as well as ductless systems and air handlers.

Discover Amazing Air Conditioning Brands and More

At Bowersox Air Conditioning & Heating, we work with a variety of the industry’s top brands. We want to help customers learn about the most popular air conditioning brands and find a unit that they can trust and afford!

Our experienced team of technicians provides a variety of services including installation, repair, and maintenance.

To learn more about our services and how we can assist you, please contact us today.

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What they're saying
Happy Customers

Sean installed a new heat pump A/C system for us. Less than a day to remove the old system and install the new one. Very professional, made sure we understood the operation and answered all our questions. He also assured us he would be there in the future should we have any concerns or problems. We’re thrilled with the whole process of working with Bowersox and would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a new A/C system.

Steve P

Dan and Jorge arrived on time to install our new A/C unit. They were presented an unplanned for problem. They patently solved the problem diligently, and the install was completed successfully. Both men were polite and a thorough explanation of the operation was delivered by Dan. We highly recommend Bowersox and this team if you are contemplating a new A/C system.
Jim and Bev Spangler

Beverly S

Excellent customer service! The team was professional and exceeded our expectations. Phil was awesome! He went above and beyond to help us. We are very happy with the work that was done. I highly recommend this company!!!

Jennifer R

I cannot express how great a job Pauline did when servicing our Air Conditioner. She took pictures of the inside of the unit and explained in great and very understanding detail as to what she serviced and how the system works. Thanks again. So appreciated. We had to have more work done on the unit. Anthony was very patient and thorough doing the repairs. He was very professional and a good problem solver.

Nor'easter

Brice was great!!! He got us set up with a temporary fix until the part came in which we were so grateful for. Price was less than expected, especially for how great the service was! We will definitely be calling Bowersox for all of our air needs.

Brooklyn M

Gabriel, our technician, was super! Polite and knowledgeable. He did a great job with our maintenance check up. Cleaned our unit nicely and then we received photos of all he did. Very good service.

Deborah G

Nick has been to my house a few times for maintenance and has always been great. I had an issue when I first moved in and Eric came and had everything up and running in no time. They are great people and a great company.

John M

Great installation! Danny and Mike were on time, courteous and meticulous when cleaning up. A very good and professional experience staring with Jon Curtis’s initial visit. Will use Bowersox again.

Jay Mortensen

Our technician was actually early to the appointment! Unheard of these days! Told us exactly what he was doing, took photos, and sent to us. Gave us additional information on purchasing a new thermostat. Would definitely recommend Bowersox!

Sue R

Adam was incredibly thorough and very professional. He explained how our system works and how to maintain it properly. He took care of the problem quickly and efficiently. He was also mindful of his surroundings and took care to not create any messes and cleaned up after himself. We were very impressed with his professionalism and his understanding, but most importantly his ability communicate effectively.
We were so pleased with the service that we signed up for a maintenance plan.

Beth R

Bowersox team were great. They came on time, it was a big job to replace the outside unit. They did it in a few hours. They kept the place very clean. I highly recommend them for HVAC jobs. The whole job & equipment was under warranty so no cost at all.

Eran M

Mark was timely and very knowledgeable in resolving the no heat issue we were experiencing with unit installed just a year ago by another company. He very patiently explained the proper working of a humidistat with the AC unit. Very much appreciated his service.

Steven S

Bowersock did not disappoint. Had a no heat was out within the next day to look at the unit. Mark was a great technician. Did a fine job. Would recommend them to anybody good company. Thanks again for being there for the community.

Rich H

The service tech, Brian, was awesome. He explained each step of his trouble shooting process. Found the issue[s] and advised on how I can better maintain the system; some things I never knew before. Bowersox is great and reliable.

Stephen V

I highly recommend Bowersox. I scheduled the service call online, it was a quick and easy process. The appointment was scheduled within minutes. The technician, Adam, was thorough in the diagnosis of the problem, repaired the system in less than an hour.

Mark B