Air conditioners are one of the most essential devices in homes and offices. It can easily be adjusted to the room’s temperature for us to be more comfortable. However, even the most high-tech brand of an AC will still come to its end.
Wait! Does it mean my air conditioning unit has a maximum lifespan?
Yes, there is. According to AC manufacturers and technicians, air conditioners can last for on average of 10 to 15 years. This can be shortened or lengthened depending on the care and treatment applied to it.
How do you know if it needs to be replaced? Read on.
Deciding whether to just have your AC continuously repaired or getting a replacement can be tough.Below are the signs that will tell you that it’s the right time to replace your air conditioner.
Your energy consumption is increasing
If you haven’t changed the way you use your AC during summer, yet your energy consumption is increasing, then perhaps it’s your unit that’s causing the higher energy bill.
Call an AC technician to clean and check your unit. Better yet, ask their opinion if it’s better to get it replaced. You’ll find many brands offering new models with the latest technology features.
The AC is struggling in cooling your rooms
Have you ever experienced cooling your rooms in summer but nothing seems to happen? Or one of the rooms is cooling but the other rooms are not? This is a sign that your AC’s compressor is on its last days.
So go and call a local AC technician to check on it.
Your AC repair requests are getting more frequent
Are you calling your AC technician more frequently?
Do not ignore this sign. If the warranty period is over and you are calling an AC technician for help more frequently, then buying a new AC unit may be a wiser option.
Switch to a new unit for a more cost-effective and efficient cooling option for you.
Do you need help in choosing the right unit for you? Let’s talk.
The thermostat is not working
If your home feels hotter during summer and colder in winter even if you’ve set the thermostat at your desired setting, then it’s an evident sign that your AC’s thermostat is not working.
A malfunctioning AC thermostat is a common problem that happens to old AC units. For this reason, your AC will not be able to cool or warm your home accurately.
Find a new unit with a better thermostat feature, today. Let us help you install it.
Your AC unit is more than 10 years old
Last but one of the most obvious signs that you need to replace your AC unit is this: It’s more than 10 years old.
A properly maintained AC can work for 15 to 20 years. But as your unit starts to get old, significant signs of wear and tear will show up. If this occurs, then it’s the perfect time to buy a new AC.
Do you recognise these signs? Don’t wait until it’s late!
If you see one or more of these signs on your AC, then it’s high time to get it replaced.
WAHOO Air Conditioning is an AC professional servicing Brisbane and nearby areas. We can assess your unit and supply you with the best replacement for it. We are a licensed supplier of AC brands like Hitachi, Daikin, and Fujitsu in Clontarf, Balmoral, Bribie Island, Bulimba, Green Slopes, Hawthorne, Morningside, Noosa, North Brisbane, North Lakes, Redcliffe, South Brisbane, and North Lakes.
Call us on 07 3889 4508.
