Carrier combines the comfort you need with the economy and lasting durability you deserve. Carrier was the first to develop air conditioning as we know it today. Since the introduction of our first indoor comfort products back in the early 1900s, we’ve continued to lead the industry by providing reliable, effective systems for cooling, heating, indoor air quality and system control. The 48GS offers a rugged, durable package designed to provide gas heating and electric air conditioning, backed by the name with a long history of delivering trusted quality: Carrier.

A Carrier 48GS is an indoor comfort value with its lasting durability and economical operation. Starting with our Envirotuff™ corrosion-resistant base pan and including our tough exterior cabinet, reliable compressor and aluminized heat exchanger, this product is designed to withstand the rigors of an outdoor installation. At the same time, it delivers economical comfort with heating efficiency rated up to 80% AFUE (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) and cooling efficiency of 10 SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio). When compared to the performance of an older system offering 65% AFUE gas heating or 8 SEER cooling, you can expect to see a reduction in your heating and cooling costs.

Carrier has remained the industry leader by understanding that the difference between a good product and an average one is in the details. That’s why we made sure that air is discharged through the top of the unit to protect surrounding flowers and shrubs on a ground installation. That’s why we designed the rustproof base with a built-in drain to minimize standing water for improved indoor air quality. And that’s why the mountings are built in to accommodate both rooftop and ground-level installations. These design details are typical of why Carrier has become the name of choice for value-packed indoor comfort.

The 48GS “Envirotuff” base is made with a high-tech composite that simply will not rust. This base protects both the unit and the installation surface from rust-related deterioration and the potential cost involved in premature replacement. The entire unit is built with corrosion-resistant materials such as copper and aluminum to further enhance the lifetime of the air conditioner. To ensure top reliability, Carrier also puts its products to the test. Starting with the first design and continuing with assembly line testing and run testing of completed units, we strive to ensure that every packaged product we produce will provide the reliable comfort you expect from Carrier.