I am getting bids to replace my AC system and would like a comparason of 2 Ton units with heat pump electric cool, propane heat. Thank you

What are you exactly looking for?
The name brand is not near as important and the install.
You can take good equipment and turn it into junk with a bad install.
Both Carrier and Trane are good units.
Now if you want to save some big heating dollars go with a heat pump instead of just plain A/C. With propane prices going up and up a heat pump will save you much $$$$$.

Thanks for the answer. I am looking at 2 ton units w/heat pump elec cool/propane heat and one company has been in business locally for more that 15 yrs. It is the one I am leaning toward. The cost difference is 150 more for the Carrier than the Trane.:)

In that case go Carrier. I have to admit I have a soft spot for Carrier. In my much younger days I sold a boat load of there equipment. I still go to some of there training classes and I still help work in there train the trainer program.

They have the best repair parts network of all the manufactures. This is important if you ever need a part in a hurry.

Get the 10 year (factory) extended parts and labor warranty. It is well worth it for piece of mind. NOTE: I said factory warranty not some made up warranty by the dealer. This way if the dealer goes out of business you still have a warranty.

Again, thanks for the info. I still am leaning toward the Trane because the dealer is local, in business here for over 15 yrs. Your point about the warranty is good also.

All of us here try to help whenever possible. Enjoy your new system.