Seven Reasons to Replace Your Old Air Conditioner

Many homeowners struggle with the dilemma of whether to repair or replace their current air conditioning system.

Obviously, if the cost to get the unit back up and running is minor, then repair may be a good option, but here are some factors you should consider before investing more into your existing unit.

#1 Air conditioner or heat pump is more than 10 years old.

Consider replacing a unit that old with a high-efficiency model. Installed correctly, high-efficiency units can have a dramatic impact on your electric bill and actually pay for themselves over time.

#2 Equipment needs frequent repairs.

Frequent repairs are a sign that your old unit has reached the end of its life and is just worn out. Continuing to pay for more repairs is only prolonging the inevitable. The sooner you replace a unit in this condition, the sooner your energy bills will improve, which can end up paying for the new system and saving you money in the future.Empty heading

#3 Energy bills are very high.

Your air conditioning system makes up as much as 60% of your utility bill each month. Older, inefficient systems use more electricity to deliver the same comfort level as current high-efficiency units do. It’s not uncommon for our customers to report dramatic drops in their energy bills after we install their new system. Although each home is different, 30% reductions in utility bills have been reported.

#4 Some rooms are too hot or too cold.

These kinds of problems are usually the result of an improperly engineered system when the home was built or when the last unit was installed. Hot and cold spots, in your house can be related to your unit’s size, inadequate insulation, how much your house breathes, improper duct work, or some combination of these. Your Gorjanc adviser can help determine the right unit for your home.

#5 Home has humidity problems.

Poor equipment operation, inadequate installation, improperly sized unit, and leaky ductwork can all cause the air in your home to be too dry in the winter and too humid in the summer. Empty heading

#6 Home has excessive dust.

Leaky ducts can pull particles from your attic and crawl spaces and distribute them throughout your home. Sealing existing ducts or, if the duct work in your home is in poor condition, replacing your ductwork can be beneficial.

#7 Heating and cooling system is noisy.

Noisy units can be caused by a variety of factors including an undersized duct system or a problem with the indoor unit of your cooling equipment.

No two homes are exactly alike, so the only way to really know if replacing your air conditioning system is the best option is to have a qualified Gorjanc Home Services advisor evaluate your home and explain to you their findings. In addition to a visual inspection of your equipment, we will also perform a Load Calculation to determine the proper equipment needed to cool your home most efficiently.