HVAC system decision

[Ryan Schuler]

A friend of mine is Trying to decide on a new heating unit. He said that he was quoted $10,000 for a Lennox unit with all new install, or $7000 for a York system with the same equipment that is there (which the sales guy said was fine and didn’t require a full renovation). Previous system lasted 17 years.

My buddy is wondering which system will be better long term.

Any thoughts from any hvac guys or people who have a lot of properties? System will be installed just north of Philadelphia.

Thanks!

[Josh C.]

Guys not sure the volume of furnaces you install, and I know this is off topic, but I strongly strongly disagree Goodman’s are a good furnace. I’ve put in well over 100 systems and Goodman’s have the highest failure rate. Plus just dealing with installers all the time they will agree.

Also, 10k is high unless redoing all the ductwork or a really high efficiency heat pump. My variable speed Rheem heat pump system with some extra features was a discounted price of 9k.

But seriously, Goodman’s are the worst. Talk to installers or apartment building owners.