Advantages of AC Replacement
Air conditioners are expected to last for about 20 years. Most homeowners must go through the AC replacement process at least once. The associated cost and the stress of making a major decision can be a lot to handle, but when the owners have done their research and are confident that they are making the right decision, the process becomes easy. Here is a quick guide from local professionals that gives homeowners some advantages of air conditioner replacement, helping them make the best financial decisions for their families and homes.
Save Money on Monthly Bills
It's no secret that AC bills are high during the summer. At the season's peak, air conditioning costs can be as much as 50% of monthly electrical bills, so efficiency is key to keeping it low. Unfortunately, air conditioners lose significant efficiency as they age. During the unit's lifespan, these inefficiencies can add up to noticeable increases in electrical usage when controlling for energy cost fluctuations.
Not only do old and inefficient units contribute to high bills, but chances are air conditioning technology has improved since the last unit was installed. Homeowners now have the opportunity to install a more efficient unit. Coupling the savings from regaining lost efficiency with a more efficient unit will result in significant savings.
Reduce Repair Costs
Another cost associated with an aging air conditioner is keeping it running. Over time, the wear and tear of successive summers can add up, leading to the need for significant, expensive repairs. When these repairs are made year after year, there is a point where it makes more sense to start over. With a new air conditioner, homeowners can ditch repair bills altogether. Not only will a new unit be more reliable, but it will also be covered under warranties, so there is no risk that the homeowner will have to foot the bill for major AC repairs.
Opportunity to Resize the AC Unit
One of the most important aspects of HVAC design is sizing. When HVAC professionals design and install an AC system, they consider factors like insulation value, square footage, and local climatic conditions. If they fail to assess one of these variables carefully or if any of these or other variables change over the years, the air conditioner is inaccurately sized for the space. These points can lead to problems like high bills, long runtimes, and humidity.
When homeowners decide to schedule AC replacement, they get another chance to resize the unit so that it effectively cools and heats a space without excessive runtimes. Some of the things that homeowners should take into account regarding the sizing of their AC are:
- Increased insulation during a renovation
- Installation of high-efficiency windows
- High humidity during the summer
- Installation of house wrap during exterior upgrades
- Additions that add square footage to the home
- Long runtimes or short-cycling of the current unit
About 360 Air Tech
360 Air Tech offers the latest technology to solve high operating costs for air conditioners. They handle AC installation for central systems and ductless mini splits. Call today for neat and tidy AC service in Williamsburg, VA.
