For many people, the AC unit in their home is an absolute necessity. The thought of going through a Las Vegas summer without a working AC unit is unthinkable for most people. As we start thinking about turning on our AC for the summer, you might be concerned that it is getting close to replacement time. There are several signs that point to AC replacement. Knowing what these signs are can help you determine when the right time to replace your unit is. LV Heating & Cooling is here to share some of the signs that it’s time to replace your AC.
How Do You Know if It’s Time for a New AC Unit?
It can be difficult to determine when the right time to replace your AC with a new one is. After all, most homeowners aren’t looking forward to that major home repair. Replacing your AC is a costly endeavor, but it is also one that can save you money if your old AC is on the brink of breakdown. Here are some of the things that should be considered anytime you are thinking about an AC replacement:
– Age of AC Unit: There is no way around it, you need to think about the age of your unit first and foremost when you’re faced with an AC problem. If you are dealing with a unit that is over 15 years old, you might be better off replacing it. Most homeowners don’t get more than 20 years out of the AC unit in their home. If yours is getting close to that age, you need to think about replacement.
– High-Cost AC Repairs: When your AC isn’t working well, it is only natural to think about repairing it. Most homeowners don’t skip right to replacement when something goes wrong. However, if you are dealing with an older unit and a high-cost repair, you will more than likely be better off financially to replace it rather than repair it.
– Frequent AC Repairs: As your unit gets older, you will notice that there are parts that begin to fail. This means that you might have frequent repairs that need to be made. When you’re facing constant repairs, you might want to consider the savings that you can find in replacement rather than repair.
– Low Efficiency Rating: The Seasonal Energy Efficient Ratio (SEER) is an important tool in determining if it is time to repair or replace your AC. If your unit has a SEER of 15 or over, repairing it might be the best option. However, if the SEER is lower than 15, replacing it for a more efficient unit might make more sense.
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If you’re struggling with the idea of replacing or repairing your current AC unit, you can turn to LV Heating & Cooling to help you make the right choice for your home. We will walk you through your options after diagnosing the problem that you’re having with your AC to determine if repair is a better option than replacement. Call us today!
