I don't think the brand matters as much as the installation and the complexity of the unit as far as longevity is concerned. If installed correctly, and you buy a unit on the lower end of the efficiency spectrum without all the variable speed motors and other complex circuit boards, you'll be fine. There are only a few manufacturers of compressors, condensers, evaporators and the associated fan motors, and they are used throughout all the brands. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a Goodman unit if installed by a reputable dealer.
Very true...
The systems reliability is often only as good as the installer who puts it in.
True I am Still servicing Goodmans that I installed 25 years ago
Goodman was the least expensive manufacture and we wanted to be the least expensive installer to get into the market .
The problem is that a lot of least expensive installers are the least trained .
There is an influx of Goodman and Amana products and most anybody can buy them and it gives that product a bad rap .
I have tried to grown to install a name brand products that has excellent factory support
So yes in the end just be comfortable with your installer .
