Is It Time to Replace Your HVAC System?

The lifespan of most HVAC equipment is 15 years, even for today’s brand-new equipment. That means that homeowners should expect their heating and cooling systems to work as expected for that period of time—especially if they schedule yearly maintenance tune-ups to keep their systems in peak running condition.

However, manufacturer warranties are only 10 years—after which HVAC systems start losing efficiency. So, if components stop functioning and need replacing due to manufacturer defect, that leaves around five years after the warranty period during which HVAC performance starts its decline. will start to drop off. Add in the cost of necessary repairs as the central air conditioner or furnace age, availability of parts for older units, and potentially higher utility bills because of performance decline.

These factors beg the question: when your AC or furnace is out of warranty, losing efficiency, and needing more frequent repairs, is it time to replace your HVAC system?

In addition to more frequent and more significant repairs and rising energy bills (in terms of energy consumption), some other signs it’s time to replace your HVAC system are uneven heating or cooling across rooms (not related to a faulty thermostat), problems regulating indoor humidity, strange noises or odors coming from the system. These could signal problems with your ductwork as well, which requires a certified HVAC technician to assess.

HVAC unit assessment and replacement

If you notice any of these symptoms, call Bloomfield Cooling, Heating & Electric and one of our technicians will check your system and diagnose the problem. As always, we also remind our customers to schedule our thorough fall and spring maintenance checks—excellent measures to protect your HVAC system’s functionality and maintain its lifespan and performance.

If it is time to replace your HVAC unit, you can expect better energy efficiency with a new HVAC installation. However, there are several important cost considerations and programs that our service team will review with you.

• PSE&G rebates: Qualified PSE&G customers can take advantage of incentives to upgrade to certain energy-efficient HVAC units. Our team will explain which equipment qualifies for the rebates.
  • PSE&G also offers zero percent financing of a new installation for up to seven years, which makes installing a new unit more affordable.
• Carrier Cool Cash: These generous rebate programs are usually offered twice a year on certain Carrier lines. Look for our seasonal ads in newspapers, on social media, and on our website.
• Our in-house financing program: Bloomfield Cooling, Heating & Electric offers 12-month interest-free financing on a new system.

New HVAC technologies to consider

HVAC technology continually advances to improve energy efficiency and indoor air quality and comfort. Smart thermostats are an easy way to control your home’s temperature more precisely by setting a schedule in advance and can be monitored and controlled remotely. Some brands and models, such as the ecobee smart thermostat we install, can also be integrated into a holistic connected home setup.

Heat pumps and variable-speed air handles and compressors are also excellent for delivering energy efficiency. Our sales team is happy to explain these options and help you determine the best unit(s) for your home and budget.

Contact Bloomfield Cooling, Heating & Electric for all your heating & cooling needs

If you’re seeing signs that it’s time to replace your HVAC system, or you want more information about the types of equipment available, call our office at 973-237-0505 to schedule an appointment. We also install and service high-quality Generac standby home generators, which many people in North Jersey are installing to ensure power is always flowing to their home when power outages occur.