As hard as it may be to believe, summer isn’t far off. To stay comfortable during this time of year, you need to make sure your air conditioner is in top shape. That means you should be scheduling any necessary air conditioner repair service and replacing your system if it’s no longer working right.

The problem is knowing whether you should repair or replace your air and heating equipment, and it isn’t always easy to tell. Unless you work for an HVAC company, you may be unaware of the warning signs to look out for.

Signs You Should Replace Air Conditioner 

Determining when it’s time to replace an air and heating system involves taking a few key factors into account. First of all, if your system is more than 10 years old, it’s usually a good idea to replace it. Most air conditioners don’t last longer than a decade. Even if yours still works, it will most likely need significant repairs in the near future.

You should also take a look back at your recent energy bills. One of the first warning signs that an air conditioner is failing is a high energy bill. As a system begins to wear down, it becomes less efficient. To keep your home cool, it needs to use more energy. You might not notice this when setting the temperature, but you will notice it later when your bills start to rise.

Signs You Should Repair Your Air Conditioner

If your unit is fewer than 10 years old, you can probably repair it instead of replacing it entirely. This is also usually the case if this is the first time it’s broken down or if it only fails every couple of years. When a system no longer generates heat, you should call for repairs, but you should also keep an eye out for warning signs, like loud banging noises and inconsistent temperatures throughout your home.

If you suspect it’s time for you to replace your air conditioner, get in touch with Independence Mechanical, your top Kentucky air and heating company. They’ll recommend the newest, most energy-efficient unit they can for you, saving you more money in the long run. Contact them online or call (859) 756-4099.