Foundation
Straightforward comfort. Practical value.

- Single-stage operation
- Conventional outdoor cabinet
- Core comfort essentials
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A heat pump provides electric cooling and heating. Indoor equipment and any supplemental heat are selected for the complete system.
Straightforward comfort. Practical value.

Daikin comfort for everyday living.

A step up in available efficiency.

Inverter comfort. A smaller footprint.

DH7VS comfort. 12-year labor protection.

DH9VS comfort. 12-year labor protection.

Representative product-family images. Cabinet appearance varies by model and size. Efficiency figures are family maximums, not the rating of every installed combination.
| Heat pump | Foundation | Essential | Comfort | Signature | Deluxe | Premier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| System type | Heat pump | Heat pump | Heat pump | Heat pump | DH7VS heat pump | DH9VS heat pump |
| Outdoor family | GLZS4B | DH4SE | DH5SE | DH6VS | DH7VS | DH9VS |
| Cooling efficiency | Up to 15.2 SEER2 | Up to 15.2 SEER2 | Up to 16 SEER2 | Up to 19 SEER2 | Up to 19 SEER2 | Up to 21.0 SEER2 |
| Heating efficiency | See exact match | Up to 7.8 HSPF2 | Up to 8.2 HSPF2 | Up to 8.8 HSPF2 | Up to 8.8 HSPF2 | Up to 10.0 HSPF2 |
| Compressor | Single-stage | Single-stage | Single-stage | Variable-speed inverter | Variable-speed inverter | Variable-speed inverter |
| Outdoor parts limited warranty* | 10 years | 12 years | 12 years | 12 years | 12 years | 12 years |
| Conditional outdoor replacement* | Not advertised on product page | 6 years | 6 years | 12 years | 12 years | 12 years |
| StayCool labor coverage† | 2 years | 3 years | 5 years | 6 years | 12 years | 12 years |
| Indoor match & AHRI | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal | Confirm in proposal |
* Manufacturer certificate and eligibility terms apply, including registration within 60 days and annual maintenance for advertised DH9VS extended coverage. † Subject to the written StayCool labor agreement where stated; Premier's labor term must be confirmed in proposal. Outdoor warranties do not determine coverage for indoor components.
Tell us about hot rooms, humidity, noise, repair history, and your budget. The recommendation should address the problem you want to solve.
System sizing, duct airflow, indoor and outdoor equipment compatibility, and controls all affect comfort. Your proposal should identify the complete match.
See manufacturer coverage, StayCool labor coverage, maintenance requirements, and installation scope in writing before choosing.
Every home and installation is different. System pricing varies by equipment size, model, and installation requirements. Contact StayCool for a personalized estimate.
Equipment, controls, included accessories, and the StayCool labor term can change. Compare the actual system type and matched models. A higher series name alone does not establish the efficiency of a particular installation.
Inverter equipment can vary compressor output as demand changes. Sizing, airflow, controls, and setup still determine how it performs in your home.
Manufacturer parts coverage does not automatically include service labor, refrigerant, freight, or modifications. StayCool's labor agreement defines its own coverage and exclusions.
For eligible Daikin outdoor families, qualifying compressor failure may trigger a one-time replacement of the covered outdoor unit during the stated term, subject to certificate conditions including registration, a properly matched new indoor coil or air handler, annual licensed service and retained records. It is not a promise to replace every component at no cost.
Your final proposal should identify full outdoor, indoor, and coil model numbers, selected capacity, and the AHRI certificate for the exact combination. “Up to” is a family maximum.
Call StayCool or show us photos of your equipment labels. We can help identify the existing setup and discuss suitable options.
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