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Packaged Gas Furnace Ratings

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With our packaged gas furnace ratings, you can compare packaged gas units side by side using our Head To Head tool. You can compare over 100 models from 48 brands in fifteen categories such as warranty, efficiency, construction, availability, & where they are made. You can also read the individual reviews of each brand below. Our simple rating system gives each brand a color code and a star rating. If the card is green, then, that is one of the top picks from HvacRepairGuy. If the card is yellow, then, that would be a budget pick from HvacRepairgGuy. If the card is red, then, the brand is not recommended by HvacRepairGuy. It truly is like you were taking a repairman shopping with you!

HvacRepairGuy's 2023 Top Pick

AIREASE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and their guarantee is not as good as other brands. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The heat exchangers use aluminized tubular construction which resists corrosion and improves heat transfer. The PRPGE16 models are premium gaspacks with two stage cooling, two stage gas valves, two stage inducer motors and variable speed blower motors but the guarantee on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. The PRPDF16 models are ultimate dual fuel units that combine a 15.2 seer2 heat pump with a two stage gas heating system. They are backed by a good guarantee on the heat exchanger but the warranty on the compressor is not as good as other brands and the overall warranty does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

AIRQUEST

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

AIRTEMP

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These furnaces are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC for R.E. MICHEL COMPANY which is a wholesale distributor. The VR8GE units have all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. The units have a 14 SEER cooling efficiency with an 81% AFUE heating efficiency and can be roof or slab mounted with easy field conversion of air flow. Their warranty is not as good as some of the other brands but it does have a 1 year unit replacement guarantee in the event of a compressor failure. The units are compact low profile units but they are only available through a limited network of dealers in the USA.

ALLIED

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and their guarantee is not as good as other brands. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The heat exchangers use aluminized tubular construction which resists corrosion and improves heat transfer. The PRPGE14 basic units combine a single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a single speed constant torque blower motor. The brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

AMANA

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is made in America by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. All of the units feature louvered metal panel construction with a powder coated finish for durability and to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They have variable speed blowers for quiet and efficient operation as well as all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion. They feature durable stainless steel heat exchangers and can easily be field converted for either down flow or horizontal installations. The brand is only sold through their dealer network in the USA but the units are backed by a good guarantee but it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The APGM3 model combines a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 efficient air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the APG16M units have a two stage compressor with 16 SEER cooling efficiency and an 81% efficient gas furnace. The APD3M model is a dual fuel packaged gas furnace with a 13.4 SEER2 cooling efficiency, a 6.7 HSPF2 heating efficiency for the heat pump, and a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace.

AMERICAN STANDARD

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Trane Technologies and is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA and Canada. All of their units have a durable appliance-grade finish as well as rust-resistant screws to keep the units looking good for many years. They use all aluminum spine fin coils that are efficient at transferring heat and highly resistant to corrosion but they are harder to keep clean which can lower overall system performance. The brand features durable stainless steel heat exchangers and burners which resist corrosion but the warranty on the heat exchangers is not as good as other brands. The Silver 13.4 units use full louvered metal panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They combine a single stage air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a basic single speed blower motor. The premium Gold 15 models have two stage 15 SEER cooling with two stage 81% AFUE gas heating and a variable speed blower for enhanced comfort and efficiency while the ultimate Gold 15 Hybrid models combine a 7.45 HSPF2 two stage heat pump with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The Gold 15 & Gold 15 Hybrid models use a plastic coil guard instead of louvered metal panels which looks good but is less durable.

ARCOAIRE

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

ARMSTRONG AIR

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL. All of the units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air and maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. The units are only sold through authorized dealers in the USA and their guarantee is not as good as other brands. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The heat exchangers use aluminized tubular construction which resists corrosion and improves heat transfer. The PRPGE14 basic units combine a single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a single speed constant torque blower motor. The PRPGE16 models are premium gaspacks with two stage cooling, two stage gas valves, two stage inducer motors and variable speed blower motors. The PRPDF16 models are ultimate dual fuel units that combine a 15.2 seer2 heat pump with a two stage gas heating system. They are backed by a good guarantee on the heat exchanger but the warranty on the compressor is not as good as other brands and the overall warranty does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

BROAN

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

These packaged gas furnaces are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The brand is backed by a very good warranty that includes a lifetime guarantee on the heat exchanger and a ten year quality pledge where the entire unit is replaced if the compressor or heat exchanger fails within ten years of installation. The basic R8GE models combine a single stage 14 SEER air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace with a fixed speed blower motor while the R8HE-A model has a two stage 95% AFUE furnace. The R8HE-A units have a two stage gas valve as well as a two stage inducer motor and a variable speed blower motor. They use hot surface ignition and have a smart control that learns the characteristic of the system and adjusts the ignition timing to extend the life of the igniter. The DF6SF-B models are ultimate dual fuel units that pair a 15 SEER 8HSPF heat pump with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The heat pumps have two stage operation and use demand defrost which minimizes unnecessary defrost cycles.

BRYANT

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico by Carrier and the units are only sold through dealers in the USA. The units use louvered panel construction which is superior for condenser coil protection from hail and other debris. They have a durable baked on paint with a polyester top coat to keep the units looking good for years to come but they use R410a which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The units feature variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and durable stainless steel heat exchangers. They are backed by a good guarantee but it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The Legacy Line 577C models combine a basic 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the 677C models combine a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The Preferred Series 577E models feature a 16 SEER two stage air conditioner paired with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the 677E models have a premium heat pump combined with a two stage gas furnace.

CARRIER

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico and the units are only sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. The units use louvered panel construction which is superior for condenser coil protection from hail and other debris. They have a durable baked on paint with a polyester top coat to keep the units looking good for years to come but they use R410a which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The units feature variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and durable stainless steel heat exchangers. They are backed by a good guarantee but it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The Comfort 14 48VL models combine a basic 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the 48VT models combine a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The Performance 15 48VG models feature a 16 SEER two stage air conditioner paired with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the 48VR models have a premium heat pump combined with a two stage gas furnace.

CENTURY

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from HEAT CONTROLLER which is a part of MARS and is made in America but the units are only sold through factory authorized dealers in the USA. The TGRG-R models combine a basic 14 SEER air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gad furnace. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and the guarantee on the units is not as good as other brands. The units can be field converted from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge) and feature a drain pan float switch that stops the unit from operating if the condensate drain becomes clogged. This can prevent damage to the inside of the building when the units are mounted on the roof. The units have a constant torque blower motor and an insulated anti-microbial drain pan. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy premium or ultimate categories.

CHAMPION

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace. The PCG6 models combine a premium two stage 15.2 SEER2 air conditioner with a premium two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the PHG6 units pair a premium two stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace.

COLEMAN

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace. The PCG6 models combine a premium two stage 15.2 SEER2 air conditioner with a premium two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the PHG6 units pair a premium two stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace.

COMFORT-AIRE

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from HEAT CONTROLLER which is a part of MARS and is made in America but the units are only sold through factory authorized dealers in the USA. The TGRG-R models combine a basic 14 SEER air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gad furnace. They use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32 and the guarantee on the units is not as good as other brands. The units can be field converted from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge) and feature a drain pan float switch that stops the unit from operating if the condensate drain becomes clogged. This can prevent damage to the inside of the building when the units are mounted on the roof. The units have a constant torque blower motor and an insulated anti-microbial drain pan. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy premium or ultimate categories.

COMFORTMAKER

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

CONCORD

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL and they are sold through authorized dealers in the USA. The units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air which maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The heat exchangers use aluminized tubular construction which resists corrosion and improves heat transfer. The PRPGE14 basic units combine a single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a single speed constant torque blower motor. They are backed by a good guarantee on the heat exchanger but the warranty on the compressor is not as good as other brands and the overall warranty does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

DAIKIN

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

This brand offers units that feature all aluminum evaporator coils and stainless steel heat exchangers for corrosion resistance as well as louvered panel construction which is superior for protecting the condenser coil from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They have standard compressor blankets and variable speed blowers for quiet and efficient operation. The DP3GM models combine a basic 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the DP3DM units pair a basic single stage heat pump with a two stage gas furnace. The DP5GM models combine a premium two stage air conditioner with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the DP14DM units pair a basic 14.5 SEER2 heat pump with a single stage gas furnace. The brand is backed by a very good warranty that includes a lifetime guarantee on the heat exchanger and a six year quality guarantee where the entire unit is replaced if either the compressor or heat exchanger fails during the first six years after installation. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32.

DAY & NIGHT

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

DUCANE

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This is a brand from ALLIED AIR ENTERPRISES which is a part of LENNOX INTERNATIONAL and they are sold through authorized dealers in the USA. The units feature their MHT technology which includes rifled tubing to enhance refrigerant flow and lanced fins for more surface contact between the coil and the air which maximizes the heat transfer to maintain a compact unit at higher efficiencies. They use louvered panel construction which provides superior protection of the condenser coil from hail and other mechanical damage. They are field convertible between horizontal and down flow and have a drain pan float switch that shuts off the unit if the condensate drain gets clogged. This prevents damage to interior spaces from condensate dripping down from the roof. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The heat exchangers use aluminized tubular construction which resists corrosion and improves heat transfer. The PRPGE14 basic units combine a single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a single speed constant torque blower motor. They are backed by a good guarantee on the heat exchanger but the warranty on the compressor is not as good as other brands and the overall warranty does not include unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

ECO TEMP

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier for BAKER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY which is a subsidiary of WATSCO INC. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 14 SEER cooling efficiency with an 81% AFUE heating efficiency. They use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil and R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. They use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel. The WPG4 models can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation but they are relatively loud in operation with sound levels roughly equivalent to that of an alarm clock and the guarantee is not as good as many other brands.

ENERGI AIR ELITE SERIES

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

These packaged gas furnaces are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles and they have durable stainless steel heat exchangers. They are backed by a very good guarantee that includes a lifetime warranty on the compressor and heat exchanger but they are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The APG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the APD14M units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The APG16M units combine a basic 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace.

ENERGI AIR SYSTEMS

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These packaged gas furnaces are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. The units use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but they are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel construction. They are sold through an authorized dealer network but their warranty on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The GPG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the GPD14M units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The GPG16M units combine a basic 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace.

EVCON

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace.

EVERREST ELITE SERIES

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

These packaged gas furnaces are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles and they have durable stainless steel heat exchangers. They are backed by a very good guarantee that includes a lifetime warranty on the compressor and heat exchanger but they are only sold through an authorized dealer network. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The APG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the APD14M units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The APG16M units combine a basic 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace.

EVERREST EXTREME COMFORT

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

These packaged gas furnaces are made by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. The units use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but they are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel construction. They are sold through an authorized dealer network but their warranty on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The GPG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the GPD14M units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The GPG16M units combine a basic 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace.

FRANKLIN

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in the USA by GOODMAN MANUFACTURING which is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. The units use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but they are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel construction. They are sold through an authorized dealer network but their warranty on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The GPG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the GPD14M units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The GPG16M units combine a basic 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace.

FRASER-JOHNSTON

★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace. The PCG6 models combine a premium two stage 15.2 SEER2 air conditioner with a premium two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the PHG6 units pair a premium two stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace.

FRIGIDAIRE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

These packaged gas furnaces are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The brand is backed by a very good warranty that includes a lifetime guarantee on the heat exchanger and a ten year quality pledge where the entire unit is replaced if the compressor or heat exchanger fails within ten years of installation. The basic R8GE models combine a single stage 14 SEER air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace with a fixed speed blower motor while the R8HE-A model has a two stage 95% AFUE furnace. The R8HE units have a two stage gas valve as well as a two stage inducer motor and a variable speed blower motor. They use hot surface ignition and have a smart control that learns the characteristic of the system and adjusts the ignition timing to extend the life of the igniter. The DF6SF models are ultimate dual fuel units that pair a 15 SEER 8HSPF heat pump with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The heat pumps have two stage operation and use demand defrost which minimizes unnecessary defrost cycles.

FUJITSU

★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing for Fujitsu General and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. All of the models feature louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage as well as powder coated paint and rust resistant screws to keep the units looking nice for years to come. They have durable scroll compressors and micro-channel coils for a more compact unit but their guarantee is not very good when compared to other brands. The RGEA 14 & 15 SEER models combine a basic single stage air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the RGEA 16 SEER model pairs a premium two stage air conditioner with a premium two stage gas furnace. The RQPW dual fuel model combines a basic 14 SEER heat pump with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace.

GE

★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

This brand is made in America by GE APPLIANCES which is majority owned by the Chinese company Haier. All of the units feature louvered panel construction which is the best way to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage due to objects thrown by a lawnmower or from hail damage. They have an anti-microbial drain pan to resist mold formation and it has a built-in float switch to shut the unit off if the condensate drain becomes clogged. The guarantee on the units is not as good as many brands and the units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The NP14G models combine a basic 14 SEER air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the NP16G units have premium two stage air conditioners with premium two stage gas furnaces. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy ultimate category.

GIBSON

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These packaged gas furnaces are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture but use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The R8GE models are basic units with a 13.4 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE heating efficiency but they are relatively loud with a 73 decibel sound rating and their warranty is not as good as many brands as it does not include unit replacement in case of compressor failure. The brand does not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium or ultimate categories.

GOODMAN

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This brand is made in the USA and is a part of DAIKIN GLOBAL. The units have all aluminum evaporator coils which resist corrosion and variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation. They use louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage which is superior to brands that use wire grilles. The units use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but they are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel construction. They are sold through an authorized dealer network in the USA & Canada but their warranty on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The GPG14M models combine a basic 14 seer air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the GPD14 units pair a basic heat pump with the gas furnace. The GPG16M units combine a premium 16 SEER air conditioner with a two stage 80% AFUE gas furnace while the GPDM3 models pair a basic single stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace.

GRANDAIRE

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These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier for BAKER DISTRIBUTING COMPANY which is a subsidiary of WATSCO INC. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 14 SEER cooling efficiency with an 81% AFUE heating efficiency. They use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil and R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. They use aluminized steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion but are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel. The WPG4 models can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation but they are relatively loud in operation with sound levels roughly equivalent to that of an alarm clock and the guarantee is not as good as many other brands.

GUARDIAN

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This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace.

HEIL

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

KEEPRITE

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

LENNOX

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This brand is made in the USA and features compact units but the brand is only sold and installed by factory authorized dealers. They have louvered metal panels to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage due to hail or lawnmower debris which is superior to slotted panels or wire mesh. The units are relatively loud in operation with a noise rating of 77 decibels and they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. The LRP14GX models have a constant torque blower motor and pair a basic 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The LRP16GE models feature a variable speed blower motor for quiet and efficient operation and match a premium 2 stage 15.2 SEER2 air conditioner with a premium two stage gas furnace. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy ultimate category.

LUXAIRE

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This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG4 models combine a basic single stage heat pump with the basic gas furnace. The PCG6 models combine a premium two stage 15.2 SEER2 air conditioner with a premium two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace while the PHG6 units pair a premium two stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace.

MAYTAG

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These packaged gas furnaces are made in Mexico by NORTEK GLOBAL HVAC and the units are only available through dealers in the USA. All of the units feature all aluminum micro-channel coils that resist corrosion but they use a wire grille with a plastic mesh screen to protect the condenser coil. That does not do very much to protect the coil fins from mechanical damage due to hail or debris from lawnmowers. They have installed filter driers to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as brands that use R32. The brand is backed by a very good warranty that includes a lifetime guarantee on the heat exchanger and a one year quality pledge where the entire unit is replaced if the compressor or heat exchanger fails within one year of installation. The basic R8GE models combine a single stage 14 SEER air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace with a fixed speed blower motor while the R8HE-A model has a two stage 95% AFUE furnace. The R8HE units have a two stage gas valve as well as a two stage inducer motor and a variable speed blower motor. They use hot surface ignition and have a smart control that learns the characteristic of the system and adjusts the ignition timing to extend the life of the igniter. The DF6SF models are ultimate dual fuel units that pair a 15 SEER 8HSPF heat pump with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The heat pumps have two stage operation and use demand defrost which minimizes unnecessary defrost cycles.

Oxbox


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This brand is a part of Trane Technologies and the units are only sold through a dealer network in the USA. The brand offers basic packaged gas furnaces that are designed for the price conscious large homebuilding company market and the warranty is not as good as many of the other brands. They use a slotted metal jacket to protect the condenser coil from damage which is cheaper to make but not as good as louvered panel construction and R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. The J4PG4 models have a 14 SEER cooling efficiency and a 81% AFUE heating efficiency but they use aluminized steel heat exchangers which resist corrosion but are not as durable as brands that use stainless steel. The units use direct spark ignition which is louder and less reliable than hot surface ignition and they do not offer models that qualify for the HvacRepairGuy premium and ultimate categories.

PAYNE

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These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier and are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 13.4 SEER cooling efficiency with an 81% AFUE heating efficiency. They use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil and R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. They use stainless steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion and they can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation. The guarantee is not as good as many other brands with only a 20 year warranty on the heat exchanger and no unit replacement guarantee.

RHEEM

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This brand is made in Mexico and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. The RGEA models, a part of their Classic Series, feature durable scroll compressors and louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They use micro channel all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and can be field converted for rooftop (down flow) installation. They offer basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 efficient air conditioners paired with basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnaces that feature a variable speed blower for quieter and more efficient operation. The guarantee on the units is not very good when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

RUN TRU

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This brand is from Trane Technologies and is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA. The 4YCL4 models pair a basic 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The units use R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32 and a wire guard for condenser coil protection instead of louvered panels which is cheaper but does not do a very good job of protecting the coil fins from damage. The units are field convertible from down flow (rooftop) installation to horizontal (slab) mounting and feature all aluminum coils that resist corrosion. They have a factory installed refrigerant filter/drier to protect the refrigerant system from the effects of moisture but the warranty on the compressor and heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands.

RUUD

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This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing and the units are sold through dealers in the USA & Canada. The RGEA models, a part of their Achiever Series, feature durable scroll compressors and louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They use micro channel all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and can be field converted for rooftop (down flow) installation but the guarantee on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. They offer basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 efficient air conditioners paired with basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnaces that feature a variable speed blower for quieter and more efficient operation. The RQPW models are premium dual fuel units that combine a single stage heat pump with a basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use durable tubular stainless steel heat exchangers that are backed by a lifetime guarantee but the warranty does not provide for unit replacement in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure.

Sure Comfort

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This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing and the units are sold through dealers in the USA. The RGEA models feature durable scroll compressors and louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They use micro channel all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and can be field converted for rooftop (down flow) installation but the guarantee on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. They offer basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 efficient air conditioners paired with basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnaces that feature a variable speed blower for quieter and more efficient operation.

TEMPSTAR

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This brand is from Carrier and is made in Mexico. The brand is only available through authorized dealers in the USA and Canada and the units only use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation but they use R410a refrigerant which is not as good for the planet as R32. They have durable stainless steel heat exchangers with the premium (PDD4) and ultimate (PGR5) models having very good lifetime warranties while the basic PGD4 model only has a 15 year warranty which is not as good as many brands. The PGD4 models combine a basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 air conditioner with a basic single stage gas furnace while the PDD4 premium units combine a basic heat pump with the single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The PGR5 models, part of their QuietComfort Series, features two stage dual fuel models with a 16 SEER2 cooling efficiency and an 81% AFUE gas furnace. They use louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil which is superior to the wire mesh of the other models and their warranty includes a no hassle replacement guarantee in case the heat exchanger, compressor or coils fail within five years of installation.

Thermal Zone

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This brand is made in Mexico by Rheem Manufacturing and the units are sold through dealers in the USA. The RGEAZR models feature durable scroll compressors and louvered panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They use micro channel all aluminum coils that resist corrosion and can be field converted for rooftop (down flow) installation but the guarantee on the heat exchanger is not very good when compared to other brands. They offer basic single stage 13.4 SEER2 efficient air conditioners paired with basic single stage 81% AFUE gas furnaces that feature a variable speed blower for quieter and more efficient operation.

TRANE

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This brand is sold by factory authorized dealers in the USA and Canada. All of their units have a durable appliance-grade finish as well as rust-resistant screws to keep the units looking good for many years. They use all aluminum spine fin coils that are efficient at transferring heat and highly resistant to corrosion but they are harder to keep clean which can lower overall system performance. The brand features durable stainless steel heat exchangers and burners which resist corrosion but the warranty on the heat exchangers is not as good as other brands. The XR13.4c units use full louvered metal panel construction to protect the condenser coil from mechanical damage. They combine a single stage air conditioner with a single stage 81% AFUE gas furnace and have a basic single speed blower motor. The XL15c models have two stage 15 SEER cooling with two stage 81% AFUE gas heating and a variable speed blower for enhanced comfort and efficiency while the ultimate XL15c Earthwise dual fuel models combine a 7.5 HSPF2 two stage heat pump with a two stage 81% AFUE gas furnace. The XL15c models use a plastic coil guard instead of louvered metal panels which looks good but is less durable.

Weather Maker

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These units are manufactured in Mexico by Carrier and are sold through dealers in the USA. The units have variable speed blower motors for quiet and efficient operation and have a 13.4 SEER cooling efficiency with an 81% AFUE heating efficiency. They use a wire mesh protection for the condenser coil which doesn't do much as far as protecting the coil and R410a refrigerant which is not as environmentally friendly as R32. They use stainless steel tubular heat exchangers which resist corrosion and they can either be slab mounted or easily field converted for rooftop installation. The guarantee is not as good as many other brands with only a 20 year warranty on the heat exchanger and no unit replacement guarantee.

YORK

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This brand is made by UNITARY PRODUCTS GROUP which is a part of JOHNSON CONTROLS. They are made in America and sold in the USA & Canada through a factory authorized dealer network. The units use stamped slotted panel construction which is cheaper but does not protect the condenser coil as well as units with louvered panels. They have durable powder coat paint and are field convertible from roof mount (down discharge) to slab mount (side discharge). All of the units have variable speed blower motors for quieter and more efficient operation but their warranty is only average when compared to other brands and does not have a unit replacement guarantee in case of compressor or heat exchanger failure. The PCG4 models pair a basic 13.4 ac unit with a basic single stage 81% gas furnace while the PHG6 units pair a premium two stage heat pump with a premium two stage gas furnace. The brand does not offer a model that qualifies for the HvacRepairGuy premium category.

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