The season has come and gone, but are you still feeling the burn from increased cooling costs or an overall lack of coverage? Your AC could need some attention! There are many factors at play that could put a damper on your summer comfort – so let’s take a look back and see what the problem might be!
Was there an unexpected increase in utility costs from your air conditioning system?
Equipment efficiency degrades over time, so an older air conditioning system will begin to use more energy in order to keep up with your comfort needs.
Were you calling more frequently for repairs?
Older equipment might require more repairs as the years go by. Eventually, the costs to maintain the system could surpass the cost to simply replace it with a newer one.
Did your home not stay cool enough?
If this happened, it is possible that your AC equipment isn’t the right size for your home. Finding the right fit and having it installed properly is an important step toward comfort!
Is your air conditioning system still using R-22 refrigerant?
While it won’t affect your equipment’s performance, the EPA has phased out the production and use of R-22 refrigerant as of January 2020. That means any service calls involving refrigerant recharges are going to be more costly because of the dwindling supply.
The common factor here is the age of an air conditioning system. If you are still relying on equipment that was manufactured and installed decades ago and you have noticed any or all of the issues above, an upgrade now ill lead to better comfort next summer! Give us a call to learn more.
