Signs It's Time To Talk To An AC Contractor About New Air Conditioning Installation

You know your air conditioner won't last forever, but you probably want to put it off as long as possible. Sometimes you know when your appliance needs to be replaced because of its age.

Other times, surprise equipment failure could cause you to need a new air conditioner. Here are times you may need to invest in a new air conditioning installation.

When An Expensive Part Fails

If a part in your air conditioner, such as the compressor or the refrigerant coils, needs to be replaced, you could be looking at an expensive repair bill. Your air conditioning contractor may discuss the cost and benefits of making the repairs against the cost of getting a new air conditioner.

If your air conditioner is old and the parts aren't covered under warranty, it might be a better financial decision to get a new air conditioner rather than put expensive new parts in an old AC unit.

When The Furnace Has To Be Replaced

If your furnace broke down and you've decided the best option is to replace it, the next step is to decide if your AC should be replaced at the same time. Your HVAC contractor might recommend replacing both the AC and furnace, especially if they're both old.

One reason this might be suggested is that the AC and furnace share the same air handler and blower. Plus, the evaporator coils for the AC are inside the furnace, so it could make sense to replace all of your HVAC equipment at once.

When Your AC Is Getting More Costly To Run

An air conditioning installation could be needed if your old equipment is getting so inefficient that your power bills are high. This can happen when the AC equipment gets old. If you know you'll need to replace your air conditioner soon anyway, you might want to go ahead and do it so you can enjoy lower utility bills in the summer.

The equipment used for a new air conditioning installation should be much more energy-efficient since newer equipment is made to higher standards than the old equipment. Plus, the new equipment will be in excellent shape, so it can operate more efficiently.

If Your AC Broke Down The Last Season

If it seems like you have to make repairs more often, and you dealt with air conditioner breakdowns recently, your AC may be telling you it's past its useful age and it's time to replace it.

Even if repairs are minor, the costs add up, and the money could go toward new equipment instead. Plus, you don't want the inconvenience of a broken-down AC when the temperature and humidity are soaring outside.


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