Repair or Replace?
KEY POINTS
- Call Acree Air BEFORE you choose to purchase a new system – a simple phone call could save you thousands of dollars.
- We do not send out a salesman to your home. Your free estimate will be done by a trained technician that is well versed in the various systems available and he will be able to explain the advantages and recommend the system that is best suited for your home and your needs.
- At Acree, all free estimates include an engineering analysis of your home done by a trained technician that can properly size your new system.
- Some contractors cut corners in order to give you a low price – At Acree we know that the most important day in the life of your air conditioning system is the day it’s installed. Any major brand of air conditioner will give you the longevity you desire if it’s installed correctly and it’s properly maintained.
- Acree Air offers unmatched guarantees in addition to the manufacturer’s warranties.
When is a furnace, air conditioner, or heat pump past its prime? How old is too old?
A couple of years ago, Appliance Magazine published a report of the life expectancy one could expect for a range of appliances, including central heating and air conditioning equipment. The life expectancy is determined from past experience and sales data. Chart shown above.
The average life of an appliance isn't the age the appliance wears out and dies, though some do. It is also not the age when you should replace. Some would argue that many homeowners wait too long to replace their heating and air conditioning system. The average life expectancy shown above represents the expert judgment of the Appliance Magazine staff, based on input from manufacturers, industry trade associations, government statistics, and a variety of other sources.
When you exceed the minimum life expectancy, you can feel good about the service you have received from your system. You have gotten good use out of your furnace, air conditioner, or heat pump.
However, if you wait too long to replace your system, you risk paying more in utilities and repair costs than you will spend on the equipment itself. It is usually less expensive in the long run to replace earlier instead of later. In the end, you still must replace your equipment. Wait and you will pay a premium for energy usage and repairs.
SHOULD YOU REPAIR YOUR CURRENT AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM OR REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE?
When it comes to the repair versus replace question, the number one factor to consider is the cost of the repair needed and the overall age of the system.
The chart above shows an easy way to look at the repair versus replace option, taking into account the age of the system and the total cost of the repair needed. You may use this chart as a general guideline; it was compiled by the Professional Service Institute and the American Appliance Manufacturers Association.
The most important day in the life of your system is the day it’s installed. Proper installation and maintenance are the factors that will determine the longevity of your new system.
At Acree Air Conditioning, we permit each job and our track record since 1967 of passing (or exceeding) compliance with CODE is 100%.
Why Choose Acree Air Conditioning to install your new system or repair your current system?
At Acree Air, we believe in building our business one satisfied client at a time. We know that other than restaurants, air conditioning companies have the second highest failure rate and many contractors that are cutting corners today in order to earn your business, won’t be around tomorrow when you need them. Since 1967 we have been in the greater Tampa Bay area, helping families just like yours with their heating and cooling needs.
9 Reasons you should choose Acree Air Conditioning for your home comfort needs
- Service Anytime. Our service department is staffed and fully operational from 7AM-11PM, 7 days a week. And we NEVER charge overtime!
- Your call will always be answered by a live operator not voice mail because we care about your concerns.
- We never use subcontractors. Each and every one of our comfort experts are factory trained and receive over 100 hours per year of additional training.
- We will always leave your home cleaner than we found it.
- For your safety, Acree is fully insured for those little unexpected problems.
- We are a Drug and Tobacco Free Workplace. This means all employees are tested prior to employment and must pass a background check. In additin, we implement random drug testing throughout employment for your safety and peace of mind.
- Our trucks are stocked like moving warehouses so your job can usually be completed in one visit.
- We charge by the job, not by the hour, which saves you MONEY.
- We offer financing up to 12 months same as cash on the purchase of new systems as well as service calls.
In addition, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all the work we do for you. This applies to repairs as well as the installation of your new system.
REPAIR – we guarantee that the repairs on your equipment are fixed right or the repair is free. Specific repairs are guaranteed for two years or the repair is free.
REPLACEMENT – We guarantee that all the equipment we have installed will perform as we have stated. If, during the first year, the system does not perform to manufacturer’s standards, we will remove it and return 100% of your investment.
At Acree Air, we offer guarantees that protect you, the client, and insure that if you choose Acree Air to install your new system, you won’t have to worry about the many “what-ifs” that homeowners face when choosing a new system. As an Acree client, you can rest assured that we will always work to exceed your expectations and in the event any problems arise, we will resolve them to your 100% satisfaction. Guaranteed!
To schedule a free estimate, please contact us at:
1-800-WE-R-OPEN or 1-800-937-6736.
In Hillsborough you may dial 813-620-1666.
In Pinellas, call 727-447-0508.
In Polk call 863-683-3437.
You may also email us using m.trino@acreeair.com
