Telltale Signs You're Due For HVAC
Replacement
When owning a home,
there is always a fear of having to make expensive repairs or replacements. One
of the most well-known for being not so inexpensive to replace is the HVAC.
These units can last a decade or more without having any issues. If you're not
so excited or are worried about replacing your home's HVAC, let's take a look
at some of the telltale signs that it may be time for you to do exactly that.
Units Age Versus Lose Of Energy Efficiency
As HVAC gets older, it
will lose its energy efficiency. This translates into a higher than usual
energy bill. You may not notice this increase right away, but often you will.
If you desire a lower energy bill during the summer and hotter months,
considering an HVAC replacement may be the best choice.
Making Frequent Repairs
As they start to age
mechanically, they break down. When HVAC units break, homeowners usually notice
that they're making more repairs than they should to the unit. They may get one
season without problems, then the next, it seems like every month or so, they
have to call for something new.
You Need Expensive Repairs
Many repairs are
affordable when dealing with an air conditioner. However, some are not so.
Should you face a higher repair bill, it may be worth it to simply replace the
entire unit versus the one or two things that need to be done. For example, a
compressor can cost upwards of $2,800 or more. If an evaporator coil goes out,
it could be $3,500. On average, the cost of replacing a central air conditioner
can run between $1,500 to $4,000. If you got a repair bill of $3,000, and the
cost to replace the entire unit was 4000, it would make sense to replace it
versus repairing— especially when you consider the many benefits of energy
efficiency and lower electric bills.
Meaningful Upgrades
Even if your home's HVAC
isn't having problems, but it is still getting up in years, replacing the HVAC
before you start having significant problems can be a huge benefit to your
home. You will likely not have to worry about making repairs anytime soon, and
you'll receive a warranty on the unit, including parts and labor in many cases.
Replacing a home's HVAC gives any property an attractive appeal when selling.
Should you want to sell in the near future, this is an excellent upgrade to
make to attract more buyers.
If you're looking for heating and cooling solutions throughout the Dallas area, Cody & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has you covered. They offer a wide range of HVAC Solutions, including AC repair and replacement.
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