With each winter that you run your heat pump in Lake Worth, FL, the more likely it is for the system to experience a permanent breakdown. Before that happens, though, look for the signs that the heat pump is on its last legs. Buy a new heat pump if your current system needs an expensive repair, is already old or hasn’t improved since previous repairs.
Costly Problems
Certain repairs can cost you well over a $1,000, which can come to about one-third the price for a new heat pump. These repairs include replacing the blower motor, the evaporator coil in the air handler and the condenser coil in the compressor. As we’ll explain below, these could be worth it if they extend the system’s life by several years, though one can never guarantee such a thing will happen.
Age of the Heat Pump
The age of a heat pump can indicate whether you need to invest in a new system. Ducted heat pumps tend to last around 15 years, provided that the owners don’t overuse them or neglect to schedule annual professional maintenance. The ductless kind can operate optimally for 30 years.
If your system is less than 10 years old, schedule a repair. Otherwise, replacing the entire system will probably save you money in the long run.
Inefficient Performance
Besides the system’s age, take note of its performance in recent months. If you’ve already invested in making repairs and the system is still short-cycling, blowing lukewarm air or if your monthly bill are constantly rising, you need a new and more energy-efficient heat pump.
For a consultation in Lake Worth and a wide selection of replacement heat pumps, call Preferred Air Conditioning & Mechanical, LLC. Established in 1984, our company has a team of highly trained and NATE-certified service technicians who can tackle projects of all sizes. We’re a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and a multi-time winner of the Carrier President’s Award.
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