I am having my HVAC system upgraded to a newer system. Old system 35 years old. I always considered Carrier equipment better than Bryant. The HVAC contractor says they are the same and is pushing Bryant. Looking for input. Thanks Jay
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Not many manufacturers, lots of labels, mostly the same parts...
but...
Who (contractor) do you trust most to keep it running properly? That should be the deciding factor.
I'm great friends with my HVAC guy. He always suggests the off brand (less $$) because of his experience with their performance. I've had great service from the little name units in the past (Miller, Goodman, etc).
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carrier has pulled most of manufactoring out of us. MAYBE this will help.
Carrier and Bryant is same as Chevy and GMC. Just different badges.
John
J.R. Lazaro Builders, Inc.
Indianapolis, In.
I have to agree with Hackinatit Goodman the best bang for the buck, all systems,Trane,Bryant, Rheem are close to identical and you pay for the advertisement.
years ago i worked for a very reputable heating contractor. i distinctly remember one install when we took the furnace out of its packing crate there were several labels that came with it and it was up to us what "brand" of furnace it would be.
as a mechanic working on the beasts, i always preferred models with johnson or itt controls (the parts that make it work, valves, ignitors, boards, thermostats, etc) over the white-rogers.
the white-rogers seemed to have more gremlins, troubleshooting them was always more difficult. i don't know if that helps, but i would ask questions about controls and parts that make up the individual model of furnace, and then compare with the contractor what his preference if for. it may well be that he has had good experience with some sets of parts, and not so good with others.
just like when folks are talking cars or trucks, some engines and tranny's have a well deserved reputation for reliability, the car talk is much more common than furnace talk in the car loving usa, but in the right circles you will hear talk about the components that make up your heater. i would walk into the local plumbing supply house, the one for contractors only, go up to the counter with a dozen doughnuts and ask questions. if you get some guys to start talking shop you will find out what current stuff to avoid.