Carrier HVAC

Founded in 1902 by Willis Carrier - the man credited with inventing modern air conditioning - Carrier is one of the most recognized HVAC names worldwide. In my years working with residential ducted systems, Carrier has consistently delivered a balance of innovation, comfort, and durability. The Infinity® series is their flagship line, offering top-tier performance with advanced control systems, variable-speed technology, and strong energy efficiency.

For this review, I’m focusing on three standout products that represent Carrier’s engineering strengths in each major residential ducted category:

  • Infinity® 98 Gas Furnace with Greenspeed® Intelligence (59MN7) – Carrier’s most advanced furnace for precise heating.
  • Infinity® 26 Air Conditioner (24VNA6) – a flagship AC designed for superior cooling and humidity control.
  • Infinity® 24 Heat Pump with Greenspeed® Intelligence (25VNA4) – a versatile year-round option for both heating and cooling.

These units are selected not just for their place at the top of the spec sheet, but because they’ve proven themselves in actual homes, backed by both my field experience and consistent customer feedback.

American Standard HVAC

When people talk about HVAC reliability in the U.S., American Standard often comes up alongside Trane – and that’s not a coincidence. The two share a parent company and a reputation for building rugged, efficient equipment. But American Standard carves out its own identity with a slightly more accessible price point and a product line that’s heavily focused on balancing everyday comfort with long-term dependability. Over the years, I’ve seen these systems perform well in both suburban homes and older properties where consistent climate control is a must. Let’s take a closer look at how American Standard stacks up across the key performance aspects.

In this review, I am evaluating American Standard using three current residential ducted flagships that I install and service most often: the AccuComfort Platinum 20 Air Conditioner for cooling, the Gold S9V2 Gas Furnace for heating, and the AccuComfort Platinum 20 Heat Pump for all-season operation. These models represent the brand’s core strengths - precise modulation, quiet delivery, and durable construction - and they are the ones I see performing reliably i real homes across different U.S. climates.

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