{"id":1882,"date":"2022-06-13T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-13T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/?p=1882"},"modified":"2022-06-10T19:19:12","modified_gmt":"2022-06-10T23:19:12","slug":"when-does-my-air-conditioner-need-to-be-replaced","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/when-does-my-air-conditioner-need-to-be-replaced\/","title":{"rendered":"When Does My Air Conditioner Need to Be Replaced?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When you live somewhere that gets as warm as it does here in the summertime, then owning an effective and efficient air conditioning system isn\u2019t just a \u201cnice to have,\u201d it\u2019s an \u201cabsolutely necessary to have.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s important to keep in mind, though, that no cooling system will last forever, and knowing when yours needs to be replaced will actually help you save money and improve your comfort. But how do you know when it\u2019s time? Read on as we uncover some signs.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Signs That It\u2019s Time for an AC Upgrade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In general, the average, well-maintained air conditioner will need to be replaced every 10-15 years. However, depending on a variety of factors, it could be time to replace it before then. For instance, if it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Needs Frequent Repairs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is especially important if your system is also on the older side. An air conditioner is going to accumulate wear and tear just like any other important appliance or piece of equipment. However, it should really only need a repair every couple of years. If you find yourself calling for AC repairs 2 to 3 times a year or more, then it\u2019s definitely time to consider your replacement options.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind, too, that professional maintenance can help you avoid up to 85% <\/em>of the repair needs your system may ever need in its lifetime! So be sure to schedule this annual tune-up ASAP to keep your system in good shape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Needs Costly Repairs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some repairs cost more than others. This is an unavoidable fact. However, if you\u2019re keeping up on maintenance, you should be able to keep those repair costs down to a minimum. If you need a motor bearing replaced, for example, this is a common wear and tear problem and won\u2019t cost very much.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the compressor is malfunctioning and this <\/em>component needs repair, then you have a much bigger and more expensive repair on your hand. You should always check first to see if the repair will be covered by your manufacturer\u2019s warranty, but if not it\u2019s wise to consider if it\u2019s time to replace your system.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A general rule of thumb here is that if your next repair or set of repairs is going to cost half of what the system is worth, it probably makes more economical sense to get a new system, which is going to cost you less month-to-month anyway than an inefficient system that needs constant and costly repairs! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Using Old Refrigerant<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another sign that it\u2019s likely time to upgrade your air conditioner is that it\u2019s still using old refrigerant. Although R-22 refrigerant was used as recently as two years ago, it was phased out and is no longer manufactured or sold here. This means that if you have a refrigerant leak, your system is going to suffer even more than it usually would, since it may need a different type of refrigerant, which won\u2019t bode well for system performance or efficiency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Causing Higher Than Average Energy Bills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Do your utility bills seem to be skyrocketing? This is a sign that something <\/em>in your home is working inefficiently, and it could be your air conditioner that is to blame. After all, HVAC systems account for about half <\/em>of all the energy use in a home.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, take a look at your utility bills. Are they a lot higher than they were this same time last year? How about in comparison to what your neighbors are paying? If you notice a huge difference, it\u2019s definitely time to start exploring your options.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For professional and reliable air conditioning services<\/a>, look no further than <\/strong> Kool Breeze of Northwest Florida, Inc. Contact us<\/a> today!\u00a0<\/strong>
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But how do you know when it\u2019s time? Read on as we uncover some signs. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[70],"tags":[131,88],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1882"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1884,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1882\/revisions\/1884"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1882"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1882"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.koolbreeze.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1882"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}