Cheeky Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Blog: Archive for April, 2024

Is Your AC Ready for Summer? Professional Maintenance Will Do the Job!

Monday, April 15th, 2024
front-porch-with-American-flag-in-summer

How gorgeous is springtime in Georgia? It’s pretty spectacular. But don’t get so caught up in enjoying the season that you forget how soon the summer heat is coming! You don’t want to get hit with high temperatures when you’re not ready. How do you prepare for another long, hot Georgia summer? With professional air conditioner maintenance, of course! Here’s what you need to know.

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The Big Pre-Summer Question: Is It Time for a New AC Installation?

Monday, April 1st, 2024
Old HVAC unit on concrete slab, showing wear and ready for heating and air conditioning installation.

It’s that time of year. The weather is getting gorgeous, the flowers are blooming, and before you know it, we’ll be hit with some serious summer heat. If your air conditioner is in reasonable shape and is not too old, you’ll need to have maintenance done so it’s ready for the hard work ahead. But what if your air conditioner is not in good shape, or is getting really old?

At some point, you’ll need to make the decision to replace your air conditioner. How can you tell whether you need to do that yet? Is there a formula to help you figure it out? This guide to AC replacement can help you weigh your system’s condition, age, and repair costs to make an informed decision. We’ll give you our recommendations on how to determine whether it’s time for a new AC installation, or whether you should keep your old one a bit longer.

How do you know it’s time for a new heating and air conditioning system?

It’s time to consider a new system if your current unit is over 10 years old, needs frequent repairs, or can’t keep your home comfortable. Rising energy bills, inconsistent temperatures, and repair costs that approach half the price of a new system are strong signs it’s time for replacement.

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