Changes to energy efficiency standards are on the horizon, effective January 1, 2023. The Department of Energy (DOE) evaluates appliances every six years to determine whether minimum efficiency requirements and testing standards warrant change. In 2023, the minimum efficiencies for central air conditioners and heat pumps will increase and testing procedures will change as well.

You may notice the new models reflected on the new product labels will now list a newly introduced seasonal efficiency as SEER2.  This is because of a new testing procedure for HVAC systems. The new procedures take into account higher default external static pressure to better represent field conditions. Higher static requires higher watts, reducing the resulting numeric efficiency rating. As a result, in 2023, efficiency metrics will change and be labeled as SEER2, EER2, and HSPF2.

All new products will require testing to these new procedures and metrics to be manufactured and sold as of January 1, 2023.

At Wholesale HVAC Direct we are listing these products early & phasing out the previous SEER that is now categorized as SEER1 & dropping our prices to the bottom-line special discount rate for our volume of sales that allow us discounted rates and the ability to sell at a lowest cost guarantee as we have the earliest released product NOW available as an authorized seller of Goodman, A Member of The Daikin Group. So we also have Daikin product offerings.

Why Are These Changes Taking Place?

The DOE periodically evaluates current technology, its efficiency, and the cost of that technology to find the right balance. More efficient systems reduce the energy needed to heat and cool homes and businesses and therefore cost less to operate, but usually have a higher first cost which we are dropping our profits to accommodate for which if utilized this month will also qualify for the promotion of a Air Purification System for select products.

Impact on Contractors

As with previous standards, penalties will likely be implemented for non-compliance with the 2023 efficiency standards. The DOE will continue to enforce regulations, and instances of non-compliance will come at a cost to the manufacturers, distributors, and contractors & also if unlicensed to install or required permits aren’t pulled. These penalties may include out-of-pocket equipment replacement or heavy fines for those caught selling or installing non-compliant equipment. To protect yourself and your business, keep detailed records of information pertinent to sales and models of equipment being installed.

Also, consumers need to be informed to have licensed contracts/installers of new and previous models up to 2023 are consulted for correct equipment purchases and models for their region & residence.

At Wholesale HVAC Direct we have a sizing graph tool that can be used in sizing the correct equipment with a color-coded image showing pairing of equipment for size & region.

As we have the earliest released product NOW available as an authorized seller of Goodman, A Member of The Daikin Group. So, we also have Daikin product offerings.

Why Are These Changes Taking Place?

The DOE periodically evaluates current technology, its efficiency, and the cost of that technology to find the right balance. More efficient systems reduce the energy needed to heat and cool homes and businesses and therefore cost less to operate, but usually have a higher first cost which we are dropping our profits to accommodate for which if utilized this month will also qualify for the promotion of a Air Purification System for select products.

Impact on Contractors

As with previous standards, penalties will likely be implemented for non-compliance with the 2023 efficiency standards. The DOE will continue to enforce regulations, and instances of non-compliance will come at a cost to the manufacturers, distributors, and contractors & also if unlicensed to install or required permits aren’t pulled. These penalties may include out-of-pocket equipment replacement or heavy fines for those caught selling or installing non-compliant equipment. To protect yourself and your business, keep detailed records of information pertinent to sales and models of equipment being installed.

Also consumers need to be informed to have licensed contractors/installers of new and previous models up to 2023 are consulted for correct equipment purchases and models for their region & residence.