Central Air Conditioner

“Your installers were very neat and cleaned everything up. I’ve already recommended your company to others.”
~ Kent, Oakville, Ontario

A high efficiency central air conditioner from Appleby Systems is the perfect choice for reduced energy consumption and environmental friendliness. And while you’ll likely make more of an investment up front, these units will save you money in the long run through lower energy bills and government incentives.

Whatever your reasons for considering a new air conditioner, Appleby Systems will help you make the best choice for your home—and your budget.

We will visit your home, evaluate the cost, explain the benefits of each choice and provide a free written quotation with the scope of the installation, warranty, terms and payment options clearly indicated.

We currently offer several models and sizes of single and two stage energy efficient air conditioners and heat pumps from trusted brand names including Bryant® and Coleman®.



Since 1904, Bryant Heating and Air Conditioning has earned the trust of homeowners by doing whatever it takes to deliver products of superior quality and performance. The Bryant Evolution central air conditioner model 180A and heat pump model 288A won the Consumers Digest Best Buy Award.		Coleman Heating and Air Conditioning has been satisfying Canadian customers since 1953. The Coleman brings with it a history of product innovation and a tradition of quality. Coleman products, which also include outdoor recreational items, are well known to consumers—carrying a legacy of reliability and rugged durability along with exceptional performance and value.

Energy Efficiency

In 2006, the Ontario Government raised the minimum energy efficiency standard for central air conditioners and heat pumps. All new units manufactured or imported into Ontario must now meet a minimum efficiency of 13 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating. SEER ratings represent the number of BTUs per Watt of hydro used. This change directly benefits the consumer by reducing energy requirements, long term high energy costs and harmful emissions.

Much like a car’s fuel efficiency is gauged by kilometres per litre, the efficiency of air conditioners and heat pumps is measured in SEER—the higher the SEER, the more efficient the product. The minimum allowed SEER rating for new equipment is raising from a decade long 10 SEER to 13 SEER…a 30% increase. Approximately 50% of all energy used in a typical home today is spent on heating and cooling. This means the upgrade to 13 SEER will on average deliver a 23% energy savings to homeowners when compared to the standard 10 SEER models. Older models are between 6 and 10 SEER.

Refrigerants

R22/Freon®

Older central air conditioners and heat pumps typically use R22 or Freon as a refrigerant. As Freon is an ozone depleting substance, it will be banned from new equipment manufactured and imported into Ontario in 2010. The manufacture of R22 will cease in 2020.

As supplies dwindle, the cost to service these air conditioners will rise dramatically and could lead to the replacement of fully functioning equipment prematurely. The replacement of existing air conditioners with R22 refrigerant requires the installer to reclaim the Freon for safe storage or disposal.

R410A/Puron®

Puron is the registered trade name for Brant’s R410A refrigerant. Because it contains no chlorine, it is not damaging to the Earth’s ozone layer. By replacing your old unit with a R410A model, you are helping to preserve the environment while protecting yourself from potentially expensive service costs down the road.

Both Bryant® and Coleman® offer products with R410A coolant and a limited selection of R22 units.

Two stage models offer the highest efficiencies (up to 20 SEER) and the quietest operation. Proper sizing and installation of the new equipment is critical to achieve the optimal performance. Split system air conditioners and heat pumps must also be matched with the appropriate factory approved coil components.

It is also important to replace your old refrigerant lines. Combining your new central air conditioner with a furnace using a variable speed Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM) will increase the SEER rating by up to 2 SEER.

Ductless Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps

Do you have a room that’s hard to cool? What about a room without ductwork? Is your home heated by electric baseboards or a boiler? Do you need air conditioning for your office computer room?

A ductless split system air conditioner or heat pump may be the solution for you.

For residential or commercial applications, LG® HVAC systems offer a range of products that are cost efficient, quiet and attractive. They provide a smart alternative to both central HVAC and window mounted air conditioners and are available in wall, ceiling or floor mounted models to suit different cooling and heating solutions. Single, dual and tri-zone systems are available in the wall mounted models and operate with R410 refrigerant and a SEER rating of up to 19.7.

Art Cool™ models provide numerous options that complement any décor. The customizable art panel functions as a picture frame—any artwork or photograph can be displayed. They also come in a variety of finishes.