Each time that your heat pump malfunctions, you may question whether to fix it or simply buy a new one. Since failure to make the proper choice can be so costly, any information that’s relevant to your decision is extremely valuable. Here are a few tips to help you choose between heat pump repair and replacement in any given situation.
Heat Pump Age
How long has your heat pump been in service? Since age inevitably wears down the integrity and functionality of each and every part of your heat pump, you can never afford to neglect this question. On average, air-source heat pumps can remain reliably operational for about 15 years, whereas geothermal heat pumps can do so for approximately 25 years.
Even if nothing seems to be overtly wrong with your system, the probability of sudden and unforeseen breakdowns will increase as it ages. Of course, routine rounds of maintenance are essential to prolonging this lifespan, but they cannot make it endless. Therefore, your system’s age should always be in the back of your mind.
Size of Your Utility Bills
Those who use heat pumps often praise them for their superior efficiency. If your utility bills suddenly increase for no clear reason, especially when your use of your heat pump hasn’t increased, then you can be fairly certain that one or more of its major parts are in serious trouble.
Of course, since repairs may bring your bills back down, you will want to try them first, and ask your technician for an overall assessment. If repairs fail to bring about the necessary result, you’ll need to seriously consider buying a new heat pump.
Constant Breakdowns
If you find yourself needing to repair your system distressingly often, then you should probably cut your losses and buy a new one. If it seems to fail every year or every few months, it may make more sense to invest in a new system rather than continuing to repair the existing system.
These are some of the principal signs that you should take into account when deliberating between repair and replacement, but there are others. To get our help, call Air Specialty, and enjoy the best AC services anywhere around St. Elmo, AL.
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