It’s FINALLY autumn, and the oppressive heat of the summer is behind us. What a relief—you don’t have to think about that energy-hogging A/C for at least another 6 months. Right? Well…now is actually the perfect time to think about it!
How old is that air conditioning unit? Did it perform as efficiently and reliably this summer as you’d hoped? If you have an older unit that’s starting to go south, the fall season is actually the ideal time to consider replacing it. Why? Time and money, of course.
Because you’re not waiting for your A/C unit to fail on the hottest day of the summer (and it will…it always does), you have all the time in the world to do your research and find the equipment that’s going to work best for your particular home and situation. HVAC technology has changed radically in the last several years. There could be systems out there that could end up saving you lots of energy and money over the long run.
Fall is also between heating and cooling seasons, so your HVAC contractors will be more available to spend the time needed to answer your questions and find your perfect solution. While they’re at it, have them run new calculations on the ductwork, airflow, and cooling regulations for your home. These have probably changed since the system was originally installed.
Finally, we know replacing your entire A/C system can be quite pricey. Before you make any decisions, definitely have a qualified technician come out to see if replacing the system is even the best way to go. If it is, making this decision in the fall when you don’t need air conditioning can give you plenty of time to save money and find the best financing opportunities to fit your family’s situation.