Air Conditioning FAQs
Before it has a catastrophic failure ideally. You should trust your AC technician’s recommendation, but in general these are indications that you should at least start budgeting for a new system:
- Your AC is more than 12 years old
- Your AC is not keeping up with your needs
- Sudden increase in your electric bill
- You need regular refrigerant refills
This requires a calculation that factors in the square footage of your house, climate, type of windows and insulation. It’s an easy enough task for a trained professional and is often part of any free estimate.
You may be better off with an alternative cooling option, like ductless mini split systems. That said, you most homes can have a duct system installed but the cost may outweigh the benefits.
- Test the batteries in your thermostat
- Check for a tripped breaker or blown fuse
- Change your air filter
- Make sure the system is set to cool
- Check for any obvious leaks or condensation
This always depends on the size of your home or office building and the type of unit (traditional vs. heat pump, etc.) , but systems typically start around $3000. Take a look at our promotions to see if you can save some money.
Most quality brand of air conditioners can last 15 to 20 years, with routine maintenance. You may need a repair or two over time, but your All Heating & Air Conditioning technician can usually get ahead of these issues with an AC tune-up.
Sorry, we do not service window units. But before you stop reading, consider a different option: a ductless mini split system. It will cool your room or small home without ductwork. It’s more efficient, a LOT quieter, and safer because you can lock your window!
