SEER Calculator

Use our free SEER Calculator to quickly estimate your energy efficiency savings, based on key inputs like SEER rating, cooling capacity, and electricity costs. Perfect for homeowners and HVAC contractors.

SEER Formula

Annual Energy Cost = (BTUs ÷ SEER Rating) × Electricity Rate
Example:
If your system provides 60,000 BTUs, with a SEER rating of 15, and your electricity rate is ₹10 per kWh:\n(60,000 ÷ 15) × 10 = 4,000 × 10 = ₹40,000 annual cost.

Knowing how to calculate your SEER savings is as simple as using this formula. Your result shows how much energy cost you're incurring annually depending on system efficiency. Not a fan of doing the math manually? Plug your numbers into our free SEER Calculator for instant results.

How this SEER calculator works

This calculator estimates your annual cooling energy cost by dividing total system BTUs by the SEER rating, then multiplying by your electricity rate. It provides a fast, accurate way to compare energy efficiency across systems.

When to use this SEER calculator

When comparing different HVAC systems before buying

To calculate savings from upgrading to a higher SEER unit

While budgeting household utility expenses

For recurring HVAC service and maintenance proposals

To benchmark system efficiency against industry standards

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Average Profit Margins by Industry

Understand how HVAC compares to other service industries. Below are typical profit margin ranges across common service businesses:

HVAC Contractors

10–20%
net margin

Electrical Contractors

15–25%
net margin

Plumbing Contractors

20–35%
net margin

Roofing Contractors

20–40%
net margin

Cleaning Services

50–70%
net margin

Lawn Care

40–60%
net margin

Construction/Contracting

15–30%
net margin

These benchmarks help HVAC professionals and homeowners assess whether efficiency upgrades and service costs are both competitive and profitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

This calculator provides a reliable estimate using SEER ratings and your electricity rate. Actual costs may vary by climate and usage.

Key factors include SEER rating, cooling capacity, usage hours, and local electricity prices.

Yes, enter the SEER rating and capacity for your unit to get an accurate estimate.

Absolutely. HVAC contractors can use it for quick, consistent proposals.

Yes. Enter your actual rate and system details for the most accurate results.

No. It only calculates energy costs; add installation or service fees separately.

Yes, just input the correct BTUs and SEER rating for the system.

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