Thinking of replacing just your furnace or just your AC? You may want to think again: In Michigan, replacing your furnace and AC together offers better long-term value by maximizing efficiency gains.
A new outdoor AC condenser is engineered to work with a specific matched indoor coil. Pairing a new condenser with an old coil not only reduces efficiency, it reduces capacity and voids most warranties, which is why HVAC Comfort installs furnaces and ACs together as a matched HVAC system on most Michigan replacements.
Quick answer
- Why match? New condensers are engineered to pair with a specific indoor coil
- Mismatch consequences: Lost efficiency, lost capacity, voided warranty
- Brands HVAC Comfort installs: Trane, Coleman
- Full system install time: One day, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Our Take on Replacing Just Your Outdoor AC Unit in Michigan
For Michigan homeowners, replacing just the outdoor AC unit may seem like a cost-saving solution, especially when the indoor equipment is still running. However, modern air conditioners are designed as matched systems, which is why we recommend replacing both components rather than creating a mismatched installation:
The biggest mistake we see is people replacing just the outside unit and keeping a 15-year-old coil inside. The new condenser is engineered to work with a specific indoor coil. Mix them and you lose efficiency, you lose capacity, and you void most of the warranty.
– Gregory Matson, Owner, HVAC Comfort
Brands and Warranties
HVAC Comfort installs Trane and Coleman. Each has a different warranty profile:
- Trane: 10-year parts, 3-year labor
- Coleman: 10-year parts, 10-year labor
Install Time
A full furnace + AC + coil replacement in Michigan is one working day, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Why HVAC Comfort Installs Matched HVAC Systems in Clarkston, Michigan
HVAC Comfort installs matched Trane and Coleman systems across Clarkston, Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I only replace the outdoor AC unit?
You lose the efficiency and capacity the new condenser was rated for, and you may void the warranty.
How long does a full system install take?
One full day, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Which brand has the better labor warranty, Trane or Coleman?
Coleman, 10 years parts plus 10 years labor.