Nobody wants to get stuck with an air conditioner that performs poorly during summer. New Brunswick, New Jersey is home to hot, humid summers that demand a strong air conditioner. Old, worn AC units run up your bills and don’t perform as well as you need to be comfortable.
We see this problem all the time and the best solution is to replace your AC. Many problems are repairable, but it’s not often worth the cost if your AC is nearly 15 years old. That’s when your best option is to simply replace the unit altogether.
Our team at Queen B Plumbing can quickly figure out whether repairing or replacing your AC is the best option. To schedule AC installation in New Brunswick, NJ, call Queen B Plumbing at (908) 633- 1333.
At Queen B Plumbing, we have years of experience with AC repair. This makes it easy to understand when repairs are necessary, and when they will simply delay the inevitable. For example, minor repairs, such as replacing the blower motor on a 10-year-old air conditioner are normal.
However, replacing parts and overhauling an AC system that is 15 years old is often wasteful. Most air conditioners start to fail around 15 years old, but some last up to 20 years. We work hard to inspect AC units to see how much longer they will realistically last.
That’s why we never jump to conclusions, and we’re always happy to do what the customer requests. Even still, it’s worth replacing your AC if the repairs will cost over $5,000 and your unit is 15 years old. There’s a good chance that your AC unit uses R-22 refrigerant if it’s that old, and that’s a toxic substance.
Replacing your old air conditioner will lower the risk of toxic leaks that can harm you and the ozone layer. Feel free to contact us if you’re not sure whether repairing or replacing your AC is the right thing to do.
AC installation is ultimately necessary when your existing unit causes more trouble than it’s worth. Whether it be high bills, expensive repairs, or poor performance, it’s not worth putting up with these inconveniences.
Nobody wants to spend money to service their air conditioner more than once per year. We rarely service our customers’ AC units more than 1-2 times per year, unless the unit is failing. It costs thousands of dollars per year to repair a failing air conditioner.
In that case, it’s simply not worth the cost to delay the inevitable. No healthy AC unit needs that much maintenance. That’s especially true if the cost of repairs totals $5,000, and that’s only necessary for old units.
Instead, simply set that money aside to put it toward a new AC installation. This will provide at least 15 years of better performance, lower bills, consistency, and peace of mind.
Does your AC run but fail to cool your home? This can happen for many minor reasons, such as a dirty air filter. However, it’s also an inevitable part of being a homeowner as some AC units become 1% less efficient each year.
You can delay this with frequent maintenance, but the performance will still eventually suffer. The cost to repair failing components eventually outweighs the remaining value of your air conditioner.
A big increase in your electric bills is often a bad sign for an air conditioner’s future. Of course, it’s normal to crank the AC during a hot summer in New Brunswick. However, you shouldn’t see a massive increase in your electric bill if your AC is in good shape.
Repairs can often fix this problem if your AC is under 10-15 years old. For example, we can clean your ductwork or replace your evaporator coils. However, high bills typically indicate that your AC is simply less efficient than it once was.
Each component in your HVAC system will wear out with time. Compressors, evaporator coils, and blower motors become less efficient each year. It eventually becomes hard to justify replacing so many parts. That’s when we recommend our customers invest in a new AC installation.
Does your AC keep turning on and off? That is known as short cycling, and it is sometimes repairable. For example, it can happen because of a dirty air filter or a malfunctioning thermostat. However, it may be time to replace your air conditioner if it keeps short cycling after repairs.
That’s because short cycling also occurs when an AC is over 15 years old. No matter how much you repair it, the performance will still suffer. Short cycling also happens when some components, like the compressor, go bad.
It’s worth the cost of repairs if your AC is under 10 years old. However, we recommend you replace your AC if it’s old and keeps short cycling as that only strains your HVAC system further.
At Queen B Plumbing, we treat our customers like family, and we prioritize this comfort. This lets us accurately diagnose HVAC problems and help our customers figure out the best decision. We only encourage our customers to invest in a new AC installation if it’s necessary.
Our goal is to make sure your new AC unit is the right fit for your home. We use our experience, skill, knowledge, and New Jersey roots to help our community.
Punctual and caring, we value transparency and communication with our customers. This has let us help countless people from New Brunswick and Somerset to Sayreville and beyond.
Call us right away if you suspect that your air conditioner is on its last leg. It’s better to replace an AC before it fails than to sit in a hot house before we show up. Whether you are building a new home and need an AC or simply must replace your current unit, we’re always here to help. Call Queen B Plumbing at (908) 633- 1333 to schedule a prompt AC installation in New Brunswick, NJ.
