The Math Behind the Promise
If you’ve seen our recent letter or ads, you probably noticed one claim: “High-efficiency equipment will literally pay for itself.”
With so much marketing talk out there, that claim might sound hard to believe. How could buying a new air conditioner actually save you money?
Can an AC System Really Pay for Itself?
At D&D Air, we focus on facts and real numbers. As 2026 begins, we want to show you exactly how Sarasota homeowners are upgrading their homes with no money down and keeping their monthly costs the same or even lower.
The “Gas Mileage” Analogy
To see how the savings work, it helps to know about SEER2, which stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. SEER2 is like the miles per gallon rating for your car.
Your Old System:
If your AC is more than 8 to 10 years old, it probably runs at 10 to 12 SEER. That’s like driving a big, gas-hungry SUV from the 1990s. It works, but it uses a lot of energy.
The New Daikin System:
The systems we install today run at 18 to 20 or higher SEER2. That’s like switching from an old SUV to a new hybrid car.
You’re still keeping your home at 74°F, but now you use 30% to 50% less electricity to do it.
The Equation: How Savings Cover the Cost
Here is a typical scenario we see with Sarasota homeowners:
Currently:
Let’s say your average FPL bill in the summer is $350, and a huge chunk of that (about 60-70%) is just your AC running constantly to fight the humidity.
With an Upgrade:
Now, say we install a new high-efficiency Daikin system. Since it uses substantially less energy, your cooling costs go down a lot. That $350 bill could drop to $200 or $225.
Monthly Savings: You keep $125 to $150 each month.
The “No Money Down” Solution:
You don’t have to pay upfront for the new system. With the FPL Easy Payment Program, you can finance it with no money down.
For example, your monthly payment for the new system might be about $130.
The Final Math:
So in this scenario:
- You save $150 on electricity.
- You pay $130 for the system.
- Net Result: You get a new system, your home feels better, and you’re actually $20 ahead each month.
In other words, the system pays for itself.
The “Hidden” Math: Repairs vs. Warranty
The savings above don’t even include the money you’ll stop spending on repairs.
Old System: A blown capacitor ($300), a refrigerant leak ($800 or more – especially with the refrigerant change we talked about in our other blog), or an emergency call can add up quickly.
New System: Right now, you get a 12-year parts and labor warranty. That means no repair bills for 144 months.
The $2,500 Kickstart
To help you save even more, we’re offering $2,500 in instant rebates to start 2026. This lowers your total cost right away and keeps your monthly payments as low as possible.
So… Can AC System Pay for Itself? Let’s Find Out for YOU!
Every home is unique. Things like your ductwork size, attic insulation, and how cool you like your house all make a difference.
Don’t just take our word for it. Call D&D Air today at (941) 297-0089. We will send a Climate Control Specialist to perform an AC audit. We’ll look at your current bills, assess your home, and show you the real math. If the numbers don’t make sense for you, we’ll be the first to tell you.
But for most Sarasota homeowners, the real question isn’t “Can an AC system pay for itself?” It’s “Can I afford to keep paying for the old one?”
