While every cooling system is efference, a system that receives proper service & proper care can be expected to last someplace from fifteen to twenty years, but however, in areas with a tropical weather conditions, where the cooling system operates for more than fifty percent of the year, the unit may wear out more abruptly.
It can be tempting to rely on a system beyond its effective lifespan, rather than saving money by keeping an ancient cooling unit, the greater choice of repairs & higher running costs can abruptly add up to a higher investment, but older systems often don’t achieve as high of a SEER rating & diminish in efficiency over the years… An indication that it’s time to replace the cooling unit is a rise in bi-weekly electric bills. Also frequent service requirements. If there is a higher concentration of contaminants such as dust or mold spores circulating in the breathing air, it’s a fantastic reason to consider a new system, despite proper upkeep, the inner workings can become degraded & a source of polluted air quality. An older cooling system sometimes is the cause behind headaches, congestion & flu-like systems, there is the potential of musty smells coming from the vents, but louder operational sounds are another sign of system failure, but because the unit is producing less cooled air, it needs to work harder & run longer to achieve the control unit setting. It may struggle to give a comfortable living environment on especially warm afternoons. An older system might struggle to handle excess humidity. Rather than wait for the cooling system to fail when it’s working at max capacity & needed the most, it’s smarter to be proactive… Scheduling cooling system replacement in the Spring or fall allows time to shop around & a more convenient process.