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Hello. I'm looking for opinions from HVAC professionals with working knowledge of Amana S series products.
I am looking to replace my complete HVAC system (forced hot air gas furnace & AC). Existing set-up is original Carrier from 1997 and AC has a leak.
I have proposals from 3 different local contractors. Carrier, Bryant & Amana. The contractor I have used for a prior water heater install & AC repair is recommending an Amana S series system (see pic). I can find very little info online other than that from the manufacturer regarding the Amana S series. The condenser assembly is quite different than what I am used to seeing. The rep is not giving me a hard sell but he does seem a bit over eager on it. Not sure if it's the actual system he is enthusiastic about or maybe there is a greater financial incentive for them right now. I'm mainly concerned with reliability and parts availability going forward if I were to opt for it.
I realize Carrier & Bryant are same parent company. Pricing-wise, the Carrier system from vendor 1 with a single speed blower is about the same price as a Bryant system with a 2 speed blower from vendor 2 and the Amana S system with variable speed condenser & blower motors from Vendor 3. Single family home, 2 story colonial approx. 2250 sq.' , southeastern PA if it makes a difference.
Thanks in advance for your input!
I am looking to replace my complete HVAC system (forced hot air gas furnace & AC). Existing set-up is original Carrier from 1997 and AC has a leak.
I have proposals from 3 different local contractors. Carrier, Bryant & Amana. The contractor I have used for a prior water heater install & AC repair is recommending an Amana S series system (see pic). I can find very little info online other than that from the manufacturer regarding the Amana S series. The condenser assembly is quite different than what I am used to seeing. The rep is not giving me a hard sell but he does seem a bit over eager on it. Not sure if it's the actual system he is enthusiastic about or maybe there is a greater financial incentive for them right now. I'm mainly concerned with reliability and parts availability going forward if I were to opt for it.
I realize Carrier & Bryant are same parent company. Pricing-wise, the Carrier system from vendor 1 with a single speed blower is about the same price as a Bryant system with a 2 speed blower from vendor 2 and the Amana S system with variable speed condenser & blower motors from Vendor 3. Single family home, 2 story colonial approx. 2250 sq.' , southeastern PA if it makes a difference.
Thanks in advance for your input!