Repair or Replace
With the climate constantly changing and the cost of electricity always increasing, knowing when to replace or Repair you central Air conditioning system can make a big difference on your monthly bill.
Here are some factors to consider when making the decision.
Repair
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Age of the system is less than 10 years old
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If the Repair is 50% or less than the cost of a new unit
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Two or less repair in the past 10 year
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Air conditioning system uses R-410A refrigerant
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If your system was installed properly and energy consumption is decent
Replace
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An oversized unit that cycles constantly and uses too much energy
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Your system is 10 years or older
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If your system uses R-22 refrigerant and leaks constantly
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If the Repair is 50% or more than the cost of a new unit
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Excessive and expensive repair over the years