For most people, air conditioners are mysterious things: boxes that magically transform hot air into cool air to make our lives more comfortable. But because they are so mysterious, it’s sometimes very difficult to know when a system is in need of replacing. One way to find out is to call Brandon air conditioning service experts All Temp AC and Refrigeration at (813) 630-9400 to have one of our service technicians come over and have a look at your system for you. In the meantime, there are some things you can consider when determining if your current system may need to be replaced:
- System Age: Is your heat pump/air conditioner more than ten years old? If so, the odds are good that it needs replacing, particularly for people living in a hot climate such as Florida.
- Performance: If you have one or more of the following problems, you might need to start thinking about getting a new system:
- Your cooling bills are going up more than average temperatures warrant.
- Your system requires frequent repairs.
- Your AC unit has trouble keeping all of the rooms in your house equally chilled, which is a sign of a flagging system. It could also mean you have duct or insulation problems.
- Humidity problems in your home. Leaky ductwork can cause the air to be too stale in the winter or too moist in the summer.
- Your home has excessive dust. Leaky ducts take particles and air from attics and blow them into your house.
- Your heating or cooling system is too loud. You could have a problem with an old duct system or worse, with the indoor coil of your AC unit.
- Lifestyle: Technology has progressed over the past several years and so have lifestyles. If you are rarely home, for example, and your system doesn’t have a programmable thermostat, you might consider an upgrade. Also, you might want to consider having a contractor test for a Home Energy Yardstick. If it’s below five, you might consider a new system because you are likely paying more for your cooling bill than need be.
If you are considering upgrading, repairing or replacing your current AC Unit, call the Brandon air conditioning service professionals at All Temp AC and Refrigeration at (813) 630-9400. We can offer advice on the best course of action to take, and assist you in whichever course of action you decide is best for you and your family.
