When to Replace Your Home AC Unit
Table of Contents When Should I Replace My AC Unit? How Many Years Should an Air Conditioner Last? How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Home AC Unit? Repair vs Replacement: Cost Comparison When Should You Replace Your Home AC Unit? About 75% of homes in the United States rely on air conditioners to maintain a comfortable temperature in their homes. Central AC units are so common that we often take them for granted — until they stop working. Whether you’ve noticed a slow decline or you wake up one morning to a hot, humid house, a broken or poorly functioning air conditioner can be a sign that it’s time to replace your unit. But how do you know when it’s time to replace it? And is it more efficient to repair an existing unit than replace it? These are the signs that your AC unit is reaching the end of its life, as well as what you should do when you recognize these signs. When Should I Replace My AC Unit? An AC unit should last an average of 12 to 15 years. It’s important to notice that this number is only an average. With proper maintenance, some AC units will last longer. Others, for a variety of reasons, may not make it that long. So what are the signs you need a new air conditioner? 1. High Energy Bills Have you noticed your energy bills creeping up? One or two higher-than-average bills aren’t necessarily a sign of a problem — especially if the upward trend happened during the summer months — but if you see a steady increase over time, then this is a good sign that you should replace your HVAC system. The best way to detect an upward trend is to compare bills from the past couple of years to get a feel for how much energy you’ve been using and how much you’ve paid as a result. In some cases, your energy bills may skyrocket because it’s been a hotter-than-average summer. Or, the energy company may have raised its rates. But if you see an upward trend that isn’t due to fluctuations in rates or the weather, then your AC unit might be to blame. Why? If your AC unit is more than 10 years old, it’s using a lot of energy to operate. This is because the last decade has seen significant changes in the way HVAC systems are built and operated. A new, high-efficiency system rated by ENERGY STAR can save you up to 20% on your energy bills. 2. Frequent Problems If your HVAC specialist is on your phone’s speed dial, then that may be a sign that your AC isn’t doing well. It’s a good idea to schedule annual maintenance, and occasionally breakdowns happen, but if you notice your AC unit requires frequent service to keep your home cool, then it might be a sign your air conditioner needs to be replaced. But consider more than just the frequency of the problem — also consider the nature of the problems and the repairs that have been required to address them. Regular maintenance doesn’t mean your unit is old. In fact, we recommend regular maintenance on units of all ages to prevent the need for excessive repairs later. But if you’ve had a lot of broken parts or ongoing issues with leaks, then it’s probably time to consider a new central AC unit. 3. Changes to Your Home’s Square Footage AC units come in different sizes — the bigger the home, the bigger the unit you’ll need to cool your space efficiently. If you recently completed an addition or finished off a previously unfinished basement or attic space, then your current AC unit may not be big enough to keep up with the new demands you’ve placed on it. If you’re renovating or contemplating a renovation in the near future, it’s a good idea to talk with a professional about your current AC unit and its ability to handle the changes you’re about to make to your home. Besides preventing efficiency problems down the road, knowing what to expect in advance will help you as you budget for the upgrades you’re planning. 4. Fluctuating Humidity in Your Home AC units are designed to cool the air inside of your home, as well as pull excess humidity from the air. If your unit isn’t operating as it should, then it might not be efficiently pulling moisture from the air. Signs that your AC unit isn’t adequately pulling moisture from the air include mold around your home, moisture around the windows or a muggy feeling inside of the house. How Many Years Should an Air Conditioner Last? Although most AC units last 12 to 15 years, there’s not a perfect way to predict how long they’ll last. While the numbers do help you know what to expect, the lifespan of an AC unit depends on more than just averages. What contributes to wear and tear on an AC unit? 1. Incorrect Sizing If your home is operating an AC unit that wasn’t properly sized for your house, then your unit may be working inefficiently to compensate. If an AC unit is too big for the house it’s trying to cool, it will engage in “short-cycling,” which means it will turn on and off quickly. This puts a lot of strain on the compressor — the most vital part of the whole system. Eventually, this could result in a broken compressor. In an AC unit that is no longer under warranty, a broken compressor costs so much to repair that it’s usually more cost-effective to replace the whole unit. Likewise, a unit that’s too small for a home will work harder — without successfully cooling your home — and therefore wear out faster. 2. Frequency of Use How much you use an AC unit will also contribute to its longevity. If you live in an area where you’re using AC most of the year, your unit will naturally
Common A/C Problems in Your Longview Home
When you live in Longview or Tyler, Texas, you know you’re going to get a lot of hot weather. While it’s true we get a few rainy days, Tyler and Longview get sunshine almost 220 days out of the year. Those sunny days bring warm weather. You can expect temperatures to be above 80 degrees Fahrenheit from late April until early October, and above 90 degrees for much of June, July, August and September. While we all love warm weather, living with so many days above 90 degrees quickly becomes uncomfortable and even potentially dangerous for seniors and infants. Keeping your air conditioning in tip-top condition all year long is not just a good idea, it’s a necessity. Since Tyler and Longview only have a few months you could consider “cool” or even a touch cold, you want to know your air conditioner will start working without problems when the warmer weather appears. If your air conditioning does fail, however, life can be unbearable. Air conditioning repairs can be expensive, so you want to ensure your air conditioning receives regular maintenance throughout the year. An air conditioner is a complicated system that requires the perfect combination of airflow, pressure and temperature to operate correctly. Complex systems, however, mean there are many places your air conditioner can develop problems. Fortunately, not all these problems require expensive repairs. Regular maintenance also means your HVAC technician can catch potentially costly problems before they become severe, thus helping you save money in the long run. 10 Common A/C Problems and Solutions You know you’re going to need your air conditioner to work properly, so here are a few of the more common problems that can plague an air conditioning system and prevent your home from being the cool oasis you desire. 1. Filter It’s amazing how often an air conditioner fails to work properly because of a clogged or dirty filter. You need to follow the manufacturer’s suggestion on how often you should change the filter. Some manufacturers recommend you change it every three months, while others require you to do it monthly. One way to determine if your filter is too dirty is to hold it up to a light. If light passes through the filter, it is still good, but if it doesn’t, it’s time to change it. Clogged and dirty air filters not only block the flow of cool air into your home, but they can also cause the air conditioner’s evaporator coil to freeze, literally creating a block of ice that prevents cooler air from circulating. The Fix: One of the easiest solutions for how to fix an air conditioner that’s not cooling is to check your air filter regularly and change it if it looks dirty or clogged. Make sure you follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for how frequently you should change the filter. 2. Refrigerant Leaks When an air conditioner is low on refrigerant, your air conditioner will struggle to cool your home. There are two reasons for an air conditioner to be low on refrigerant — either it did not get charged correctly at installation, or there is a leak. Fixing it is not merely a matter of adding more refrigerant. If it is leaking, you need to get it repaired quickly. If you notice puddles or pools of liquid next to your air conditioning unit, it can present a health problem. Air conditioning refrigerant can irritate eyes, cause headaches or nausea and induce coughing. If the problem originated at installation, the technician can add the right level of refrigerant. Too much refrigerant can be even worse than too little. There are several ways to tell specifically if you have a refrigerant leak: Ice forms on the outside unit and on the refrigerant line You hear a hissing or bubbling noise coming from the air conditioner Your air conditioner won’t cool your home on hot days, but works perfectly on cool days or during the nighttime. The Fix: If you have either of these problems, your best bet is to call an HVAC professional right away. Refrigerant leaks are not something to ignore. You need to get a leaky unit fixed as soon as possible. If the problem is with the refrigerant level, an HVAC technician has the tools to measure the level of refrigerant in your system and make sure you get the right amount. 3. Drainage Dirt, lint and dust can clog your air conditioner’s drain line, just like a clogged air filter. That is especially true when the weather is excessively humid. If the drain line gets clogged, however, that means your drain pan will quickly fill with water. If this water overflows, it may not only damage the rest of the air conditioning unit, but anything near the unit will become soaked and potentially ruined. The Fix: Regularly check to make sure the drain line remains clear. If you know the weather is going to be humid for a few days or even weeks, it’s always a good idea to check for clogs regularly. If you’re using a room air conditioner anywhere in your home, make sure it is level when mounted, or else overflow will be a problem. 4. Breakers or Fuses There are a lot of reasons that your air conditioner may trip your circuit breaker or blow a fuse. If some other part of your air conditioning system is not working properly, the air conditioning unit will draw too much energy trying to keep your home cool. Sometimes, a tripped circuit breaker is the result of a homeowner using too many appliances at once. If you have the television on while you’re doing laundry and someone else is vacuuming at the same time, then you add in the air conditioning unit on a hot day, the circuit breaker may trip. A tripped circuit breaker is a good thing. Circuit breakers exist to make sure that your home doesn’t catch on fire. The Fix: Circuit breakers have three positions — on, off and somewhere in between. If you check the
No Pagues Un Centavo Hasta El 2020
Inventario de Verano de Aire Acondicionado a venderse en 6 semanas hasta con, ¡$5,300 de descuento! Contratista local revela lo que otros se rehúsan a decir [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Querido amigo, Como propietario de AC Contractors, y como el autoproclamado “Rey del Confort,” te ofrecemos una asombrosa oportunidad para… ¡Mantenerte caliente este invierno mientras recortas tus facturas! ¡Despedirte de las reparaciones de calefacción y aire acondicionado! ¡Hacer efectivo descuentos de fabricante y créditos de impuestos! ¡No pagar un centavo de intereses por 18 meses! ¿Qué Tienen en Común los Aires Acondicionados y los Trajes de Baño ? Siempre que un negocio depende del cambio de estaciones, ya sea que venda trajes de baño o llantas para la nieve, sus márgenes de ganancia se “calientan” o se “enfrían”. Esto describe a la perfección la industria de la calefacción y la refrigeración. Para nosotros, las cumbres de las temporadas caliente y fría significan dos cosas: Nuestro personal de ventas y servicio se esfuerzan mucho para mantenerse al día. Y La demanda es tan alta que no tenemos razones para hacer descuentos del equipo. Aquí está la Historia A medida que el verano se va acabando, la demanda de calefacción y aire acondicionado disminuye al punto de que mis talentosos técnicos de instalación se encuentran descansando comiendo Cheetos y viendo (lo suficientemente apropiado) The Young and the Restless. Es un hecho poco conocido que algunas compañías de HVAC despiden a sus empleados durante la temporada baja y esperan poder re-contratarlos cuando la demanda – y precios – vuelvan a subir. En AC Contractors, valoramos demasiado a nuestros habilidosos trabajadores y a sus familias como para quitarles nuestro apoyo. Prefiero encontrar maneras creativas para mantenerlos trabajando durante la temporada baja. Cómo Obtuve Este Gran Trato es Un “Secreto de Negocio”. Porque quiero mantener a mis técnicos ocupados, salí a batallar por ellos – y por ti! Regateé con fabricantes en una sofocante habitación sin ventanas y nadie se fue hasta que obtuve lo que quería: grandes descuentos en sistemas de refrigeración y calefacción de marcas de renombre. No “segundos”, no “problemas”. Quería equipo de alta eficiencia, ¡a precios cercanos a la locura! Negocié con Esos Representantes de Fabricantes Como un Experto, ¡pero Funcionó! Esta negociación significa que los clientes de AC Contractors pueden obtener sistemas de calefacción y refrigeración de eficiencia superior, instalados por mis talentosos técnicos a precios que puedes presumir en tu próxima barbacoa. A medida que la temperatura disminuya en las próximas 6 semanas y el inventario de este verano desaparezca, AC Contractors se verá forzado a regresar a sus precios normales. Pero por el momento, puedo premiar a los primeros compradores con un descuento de pre-temporada, gracias al recorte de precio de temporada baja y a mis habilidosas tácticas de negociación. Echa un Vistazo: 8 Estrategias Ganadoras de “El Rey del Confort”, AC Contractors: Llama al (903) 759-4250 por tu Inspección GRATUITA de Energía. Sin compromiso. Nuestro personal te dirá cuánto te puedes ahorrar con un nuevo sistema ¡Te garantizamos por escrito un 20% de ahorro! ¡En serio! Tendrás opciones para seleccionar sistemas de calefacción y refrigeración de alto nivel para el confort y confianza, incluyendo nuestra PROPIA línea, El Rey del Confort. Además, ofrecemos una Garantía DE POR VIDA del compresor para respaldarlo. Sí ¡este puede ser el último sistema de confort que tengas que comprar! ¡Qué genial! Los compradores aprobados podrán disfrutar… No Intereses de Financiamiento por 18 meses para compradores calificados o pagos mensuales tan bajos como de $75 al mes con nuestro plan especial de financiamiento*. Hasta $2,000 en descuentos de tu proveedor de servicios. Actualmente, algunas compañías de servicios ofrecen descuentos de hasta $2,000 cuando compras e instalas sistemas de aire acondicionado y calefacción central de alta eficiencia que cumplan los requisitos. Haz efectivo hasta $1,500 en Créditos de Impuestos Federales – Si tomas acción antes que termine el año. Incentivo Autorizado de Fábrica de $500 en sistemas de Alta Eficiencia de calefacción y refrigeración seleccionados. AC Contractors, “El Rey del Confort” hace más interesante el trato con 2 poderosos beneficios más: Sé uno de los primeros en tener sus instalaciones en la pre-temporada y agregaremos un paquete Premium GRATIS de Purificación de Aire en Toda tu Casa (con un valor de $1,300). ¡Una oferta que no puedes dejar pasar! Si tus ductos de aire necesitan una limpieza, nosotros lo haremos por LA MITAD DEL PRECIO con esta oferta. Suma los Ahorros, Recuéstate y Ponte un Trapo Frío en la Frente. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-0 vc_col-lg-12 vc_col-md-offset-0 vc_col-md-12″][vc_column_text] Ahorro de Equipo de Alta Calidad $500. Máximo Ahorro por Descuentos de Servicios $2,000. Crédito de Impuesto Federal $1,500. Purificador Premium de Aire Gratis $1,300. TOTAL ¡$5,300! ADEMÁS, ¡50% de descuento en limpieza de ductos de aire! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Toma ese teléfono y ¡No Pagues ni un Centavo hasta el 2020! Llama a AC Contractors, “El Rey del Confort” al (903) 759-4250 por tu Inspección de Energía sin compromisos, ahora. Nuestro dedicado personal estará tomando llamadas 7 días a la semana para esta oferta y probable que nuestro teléfonos se encuentren ocupados. Sé paciente y ten presente que apreciamos tu llamada. A tus órdenes, Troy Dassonville El Rey del Confort / AC Contractors [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message]Esta oferta ha caducado.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Don’t Pay a Penny Until 2020!
Summer Air Conditioning Inventory to be Sold in 6 Weeks at up to $5,300 Off! LOCAL CONTRACTOR REVEALS WHAT OTHERS REFUSE TO TELL [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dear Friend, As owner of AC Contractors, and as the self-proclaimed “Comfort King,” we offer you an astounding window of opportunity to… Stay warm this winter while slashing utility bills! Wave goodbye to repairs for your heating & air! Cash in on manufacturer’s rebates and tax credits! Don’t pay a penny in interest for 18 months! What Do Air Conditioners and Swimsuits Have in Common? Anytime a business relies on a change of seasons, whether it’s selling bathing suits or snow tires, their profit margin gets “hot” and goes “cold.” This describes the heating and cooling industry to a “T!” For us, peak hot and cold seasons mean two things: Our sales and service staff bust their britches to keep up. And Demand is so high, we have no reason to discount equipment. Here’s the Inside Story As summer winds down, the heating and air conditioning business slows down to the point where my talented installation technicians are sitting around eating Cheetos and watching (appropriately enough) The Young and the Restless. It’s a little-known fact that some HVAC companies will lay people off during these slow times and hope they can rehire them when the business – and prices – pick up again. At AC Contractors, we value our skilled workers and their families far too much to pull the rug out from under them. I’d rather find creative ways to keep them working during the off-season. How I Got This Great Deal Is A “Trade Secret.” Because I want to keep my “Do It Right Guys” busy, I went to bat for them – and for you! I haggled with manufacturers in a stifling windowless room and nobody left until I got what I wanted: big discounts on top-name heating and cooling systems. No “seconds”, no “blems.” I wanted high-efficiency equipment at prices close to crazy! I Broke Those Manufacturers Reps Like a Glow Stick, but It Worked! This negotiation means customers of AC Contractors can get a Premium High efficiency heating and cooling system, expertly installed by my “Do It Right Guys” at prices you can brag about at the next barbecue. As temperatures cool over the next 6 weeks, and this summer inventory disappears, AC Contractors will be forced to return to normal pricing. But right now, I can award early buyers with a pre-season discount, thanks to this off-season price cut and my skilled negotiating tactics. Check It Out: 8 Winning Strategies from “The Comfort King”, AC Contractors: Call (903) 759-4250 for your FREE Energy Survey. No obligation. Our Do It Right Guy will tell you how much a new system can save you. We guarantee 20% in writing! Seriously! You’ll get options to select a top-level heating & cooling system for comfort and reliability, including our OWN line, The Comfort King. Plus, we offer an available LIFETIME Compressor Warranty to back it up. Yes, this could be the last comfort system you have to buy! How great is THAT? Approved buyers can enjoy… No Interest Financing for 18 Months for qualified buyers or monthly payments as low as $75 per month with our special financing plan*. Up to $2,000 in Rebates from your utility provider. Currently, some utility companies are offering rebates up to $2,000 when you buy and install qualifying high-efficiency central air conditioning and heating systems. Cash in on a Federal Tax Credit up to $1,500– If you act before the end of the year. Factory Authorized Incentive of $500 off select High Efficiency heating and cooling systems. AC Contractors, “The Comfort King” Sweetens the Deal with 2 More Powerful Benefits: Be one of the first early season installations and we will throw in a FREE Premium Whole House Air Purification package (a $1,300 Value). A deal you cannot afford to pass up! If you need your air ducts cleaned, we will do it for HALF PRICE with this offer. Add Up the Savings, Lie Down, and Put A Cold Rag On Your Forehead. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Premium System Savings $500. Maximum Utility Rebate Savings $2,000. Federal Tax Credit $1,500. Free Premium Air Purifier $1,300. TOTAL $5,300!!! PLUS, 50% off air duct cleaning! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Pick Up the Phone, and Don’t Pay A Penny Until 2020! Call AC Contractors, “The Comfort King” at (903) 759-4250 for your No Obligation Energy Survey now. Our dedicated staff will be taking calls 7 days a week for this offer and our phones may be busy. Be patient, and know that we appreciate your call. Yours in Comfort, Troy Dassonville The Comfort King / AC Contractors[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=”solid” style=”square”]This offer has expired[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Help For Your Longview Air Conditioning
Everyone in Texas knows how hot summer temperatures can get, and how important our central air conditioning units are. In Longview and other areas, Texans have to deal with temperatures that regularly rise over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. With this high temperature, getting stuck without air conditioning can be extremely bad for us, if not fatal for some. Small children, the elderly, and the ill are at the highest risk for death in hot temperatures. And it’s sure that everyone else will have trouble dealing with the unbearable heat. Air conditioners do a lot to relieve us of this uncomfortable situation, but they can also help with improving air quality. A good central air conditioning system helps us to feel more comfortable and live healthier lives. Good quality air is equally important. Many Longview air conditioning systems will filter the air effectively, eliminating dirt, dust, pollen, and other contaminants in the indoor air. Most standard air conditioning units in Longview will effectively remove the heat from the room and replace it with cool air. Central air conditioning units in Texas are generally the type with heat pumps. The heat pump unit will both heat and cool the home by using refrigerant. Typically, a heat pump run on electrical power is all that’s needed for Texas air conditioning and heating systems. In colder climates, a fuel run heater is much more efficient, but is way over powering for our temperatures here. When the air conditioning goes down, you don’t want to be stuck in your home while waiting for repairs. Having a good, reliable air conditioning expert on call is a great idea. Air conditioning repairs can be made quickly and efficiently by the right contractor. In Longview, that would be A/C Contractors. A/C Contractors is a full service HVAC company that has served the area since 1987. They are air conditioning, heating, and indoor air quality experts serving the Longview area. They provide fast and efficient response to all emergency A/C calls. Sometimes it can be hard to find a reliable repair person when you need help to fix your HVAC system. You need the problem fixed right the first time. That means your air conditioning repair specialist needs to be experienced, skilled, and possess all the right tools to expertly troubleshoot the problems. The technicians at A/C Contractors stay up to date with their training and all the latest technologies. Plus, you get up front, honest prices. You can’t predict or control when your air conditioning is going to go out. But you can do some things to prevent it. Calling to schedule an air conditioning tune up prior to the season change will greatly improve your chances of having a perfectly running system all summer long. It will also help your unit to last longer. If your air conditioning system hasn’t had any attention lately, it’s time to get it tuned up. Just like any mechanical system, it needs to be lubricated, cleaned, and repaired where needed on a regular basis.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
