Should You Repair or Replace Your HVAC System?

This is the most common question we hear, and the honest answer is that it depends. Here is how we think about it.

When repair usually makes sense

• The system is relatively young and otherwise dependable.
• The repair cost is reasonable compared with the value of the system.
• The system keeps the home comfortable and does not use excessive energy.

When replacement may be the better investment

• The equipment is older and failing more often.
• It uses outdated refrigerant.
• It struggles to keep the home comfortable or controlling humidity.
• It has become expensive to operate.

Questions to ask your contractor

• How old is the system and what is its typical life in our climate?
• What exactly failed and what is the likelihood of the next failure?
• What would a correctly sized replacement involve?
• What are the repair and replacement costs side by side?

Our approach

We explain the options so you can make an informed decision without unnecessary pressure. Sometimes that means repairing a system we could have sold you a replacement for.