Your air conditioning system is plugging away through another Rochester summer and then your cold air stops blasting. You call an A/C system technician to come out to take a look and by the time it’s all said and done you’re going to have to pay a pretty penny for the repair. So at what point should you give up and just replace your current air conditioning equipment?
Age
Clearly as your system ages it’s likely to malfunction and lose efficiency. Air conditioners over eight years old are actually much less efficient than the current energy-efficient equipment available today. Furthermore, if your equipment is more than 13 years old, you are probably going to lose more money over time to keep it operating than if you just purchased a new, energy-efficient air conditioning system.
Money
To keep on topic with the statement above, at some point it’s going to cost more to invest in new parts and repair issues than it would to just purchase a new AC system. Another thing to note is R-22, the common refrigerant for old air conditioning equipment, is being discontinued for the protection of the environment. If your air conditioning system was manufactured before 2010, you will most likely see a jump in the charge for your refrigerant until you upgrade your system.
Efficiency
Science is continuously improving and with that comes more energy-efficient AC equipment. New systems tend to cost less to use because they are capable of cooling the home more efficiently, lowering your cooling bills – and who doesn’t like that?
To schedule a complimentary in-home estimate to upgrade your current inefficient air conditioning system, call Strogen's Service Experts at 603-923-4570. We will pay you a visit, inspect your current AC system, and discuss all of your options with you so you can make the best decision for your home. For additional information about if now is the best time to upgrade, call today for a free in-home consultation.