If you do not remember the last time you replaced your HVAC system, it is a good indication you should research your system’s age. Typically, new HVAC systems last between 15 and 20 years; beyond that range expect frequent repairs and reduced efficiency leading to discomfort during extreme weather. If you discover your system is nearing the replacement stage, answer these questions about your home:
Is your system noisy when it starts?
Are you constantly adjusting the thermostat to stay comfortable?
Does the house feel damp or stuffy during humid conditions?
Are you making frequent repairs to keep the system running?
If the answer is “yes” to one or more of these questions AND the system is reaching the end of usefulness, a reliable, high efficiency, the new HVAC system should be considered.
Here are 7 reasons a New HVAC System will enhance the value, comfort, and safety of your home.
The appreciation level of your HVAC system increases exponentially when you envision your home without it. After you gain “four walls and roof over your head,” this system might rank next in importance. It makes sleeping, bathing, eating, and relaxing possible—your home is little more than a cave without it. A new HVAC system will add comfort to your home for years to come.
Technology has brought the system control, called a thermostat, to high levels of customization and convenience. A smart thermostat can be accessed via a phone app or from a computer, letting you customize heating and cooling to your family’s unique schedule and comfort levels.It also lets you optimize comfort through established “zones” and monitors system components, to identify and diagnose problems, troubleshoots some issues, and notifies you before a little issue becomes big.
Fresher Air. Indoor air quality is a concern in every season. If allergies or asthmas is a concern in your home, pollen and mold are present spring through fall. During the winter months, indoor air circulates less frequently as you keep the home buttoned up to stay warm. Your existing systems most likely use a paper air filter that removes a significant amount of dust, pollen, and dander from the air as it circulates. With a new HVAC system, you can customize the filtration to include a HEPA filter to trap more particles and Ultraviolet lights to neutralize (kill) mold, bacteria, and viruses for the safest air possible.
You will be surprised at how quiet a new HVAC system will run. Engineers design the system with sound-dampening insulation, minimizing the rattle at the start and stop of a circulation cycle.
Technology has increased the efficiency of heating and cooling with remarkable results. New refrigerants not only cool more efficiently but are safer for the environment and stop the loss of ozone in the upper atmosphere. Advances in blower technology and electrical components reduce the overall energy necessary to keep your home comfortable and safe—reducing your utility bills and your carbon footprint.
If your system is 15 to 20 years old, any warranty expired long ago. If a component or the entire system fails, repair or replacement is on you. A new system will have a manufacturer and an installation warranty that protects you from costly bills, giving you significant peace of mind.
A new HVAC system increases the value and attracts potential home buyers, over homes with a worn-out system. While home improvements should always reflect the needs of the current owner, if you plan to sell your home in the near future, a new HVAC system is an attractive selling point.
Homeownership is an investment, and this investment requires frequent decisions about improvements and replacements. Contact NorthWind AC for an inspection of your current HVAC system, with a comprehensive analysis to help you determine whether a highly efficient, new HVAC is right for you.
