Air conditioner units, to most homeowners, are fairly important. We need these devices when the summers get blistering hot to ensure the inside of our homes are cool and comfortable. Good quality air conditioners that have routine maintenance and are well-cared for can last for 20 years. Though many homeowners do not realize, even if they are seemingly operating correctly, it is costing you more than you think. With this in mind, we at Steve’s Heating & Air would like to further discuss how older air conditioner units are costing you.
Old AC Uses More Electricity
As modern marvels, today’s air conditioners are highly efficient. Stemming from the low efficiency of the 1970s and 1980s comes the demand for a better energy efficiency in appliance. To improve over time, the AC technology continues its growth. You probably are not even coming close to a modern efficiency in the event you are running an older AC unit. From a poor cooling efficiency, the utility bills are twice as high as they should be is the result. In many instances, installing a new AC unit can slice your cooling costs by almost half.
Frequent AC Repairs
The repair costs for an old unit rapidly add up. The older an air conditioner is, the more repairs they require with the natural wear and tear as well as use. Buying a new unit can be bought with the money spent on the excessive repair costs. Since experts say that that if the repairs costs are 50% or more of a unit after it is 10 years, it is in your better interest to invest in a new one. You can feel rest assured that it will not need repairs for a while, and should it need repair, the warranty should cover the costs with a new unit. you can keep it in good condition through annual tune-up and regular maintenance. In the long run, investing in a new air conditioner saves you money over time.
Can You Get Sick from an Old Air Conditioner?
There is a link between illnesses and old air conditioners. This makes a recipe for disaster when the air that is circulating isn’t being filtered very well and when air is not moving around your house like it should. Using an older AC unit in any living spaces can be overran with severe allergic reactions, upper respiratory infections, as well as colds and flu contaminants. The more healthcare costs you are going to see, the more your health suffers, naturally. Making them a better option than your older unit as they can help since medical care is not inexpensive, the new air conditioner units have better filtration technology.
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When your unit is around 15-20 years old, ultimately, you will save more money investing in a replacement unit. When you need a replacement unit, the technicians of Steve’s Heating & Air are readily available to assist you. Call us today to get started on your air conditioner replacement service.
