We can help you explore your air conditioning installation options, and help you decide on a sysyem that will work well for your needs and budget. Here are a few choice to consider when installing a new air conditioning unit.

• Central Air Conditioners
Still the most popular seen in Boston homes today, these systems offer substantial benefits over window and portable AC units.

• Ductless Systems
Take greater control of your comfort with individualized air handlers that eliminate the air quality problems of ducted systems.

• Dual Fuel Systems
For efficient heating and air conditioning in one HVAC system, consider the benefits of dual fuel systems.

• 2-Stage Variable AC Systems
Learn about the benefits of 2-stage air conditioners over single – speed air conditioners.

One of the biggest challenges homeowners face with an aging AC unit is knowing when to repair vs. replace. The older the system is, the more sense it makes to replace—generally speaking. When considering AC replacement, questions to ask yourself include:

• How often am I making repairs? Are the costs exceeding what I’d pay for a new system?

• How efficiently is my system working? Am I paying significantly more for cooling this year than I did this time last year?

• Will my next repair cost me over half of what an AC replacement would?

We’re happy to go over the answers to these questions with you to help you decide if it would be more economically feasible to replace your system or make a repair.

Should you repair or replace your HVAC system? It can be hard to know when you need AC repair, and when you need a full AC system replacement. When you’re faced with an equipment malfunction or problem, it’s important to weigh your options. Replacing a system is expensive, but will help you avoid more costly breakdowns in the future. Repairing a system can keep it running longer, but how efficiently will it operate?

How Old Is Your HVAC System?
Repair can help you get several more years of service out of a brand new system. Aging air conditioners and heaters will experience more and more breakdowns, which will only add up in costs that could have otherwise gone toward replacement. The average lifespan of an air conditioner is 15-20 years. Anything older than that should automatically be considered for replacement, but there are exceptions.

If your system is:

• Only 5 years old and the cost of your next repair is greater than $1,300.00 then replacement may be the right choice despite its age.

• 16 years old and your next repair is going to cost no more than $200.00, then a repair may be all you need for now.

• Old enough that it’s still operating on Freon/R-22 refrigerant, replacement may be your best option. Freon is being completely phased out and recycled product is increasingly rare to come by.

• Not performing nearly as efficiently as it once did, and is costing you significantly more to run from month-to-month despite frequent repairs, then replacement will be the most economically sound choice.

Please allow us to take a look at your specific HVAC system and home to help you make an informed decision on whether replacement or repair is the next best move for you. We pride ourselves on keeping our customers educated and want you to know all your options.