Should I repair or replace my AC unit? This is a commonly asked question by most homeowners, as they don’t have the in-depth knowledge and experience that our professionals at All Temp do. The answer to this question is not as simple as it seems. It really depends on the individual situation. You may think the answer is the replace, but sometimes a repair and a maintenance plan can save you money on your existing unit in the long run.
You should consider replacement if you have an AC unit that is built before 1992, even if you’re not experiencing a full breakdown of your unit. The fact of the matter is that you unit is only around 65% efficient and your AC is an eight SEER or less. The cost to replace a unit that old is more efficient than repairing your current air conditioning. Make sure you do the proper research when selecting a unit for your home or call a professional to come out and let you know what he/she recommends. Another situation where you would definitely replace your unit is if your compressor fails and it’s outside of its warranty or if you have a cracked heat exchanger in your furnace. Those components are very costly to replace, and they aren’t worth the investment when compared to getting the entire unit replaced.
In other situations, it may not be as obvious to determine whether you have to do a repair or replace. A good rule of thumb to go by is you should consider replacement over Riverview AC repair when the equipment is beyond ¾ of its life expectancy and repairs will cost more than ⅓ of the replacement. Make sure to have an honest and professional AC repair technician visit your home and provide an assessment of the situation.
If you need Riverview AC repair service, contact the professionals at All Temp Air Conditioning today. Visit our website for more information on our services that include air conditioning installation, duct work, refrigeration repair, ice machine repairs, cooking equipment repairs and more.
