When should I replace my Heating/Cooling Equipment?

10/13/2016 (Permalink)

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Certain telltale signs indicate it's time to consider replacing heating and cooling equipment, or improving the performance of your overall system. It may be time to call a professional contractor to help you make a change if:

• Your heat pump or air conditioner is more than 10 years old
• Your furnace or boiler is more than 15 years old
• Your equipment needs frequent repairs and your energy bills are going up
• Some rooms in your home are too hot or too cold
• No one is home for long periods of the day and you do not have a programmable thermostat
• Your home has humidity problems
• Your home has excessive dust
• Your heating or cooling system is noisy

It's also important to change Air Filters regularly. Check your filter every month, especially during heavy use months (winter and summer). At a minimum, change the filter every 3 months. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm or cool. 

*Source: energystar.gov