The Cost of Keeping an Old Heating & Cooling System

At one point or another as a homeowner, you’ll be faced with the decision of whether to replace your old heating and cooling system or stick with it for a while longer. One of the main reasons people choose not to replace their system is because of financial reasons. They are under the impression that they’ll save money and that their system may be able to run effectively for many more years.

To Repair Or Replace

This may seem like a great idea until your heating system stops working in the middle of winter or you’re A/C goes out during the hottest time of the year. Your technician will likely explain that you can repair or replace your system, with the repair option typically being less expensive in the short term. What you may not realize is that an old system may end up costing you more money in the long run than having it replaced would.

Materials Break Down Over Time

Even if you take care of your system and have it maintained over the years, materials break down over time. Adding new parts to old systems isn’t always the best option. Just having parts replaced might not be effective over the long term if the overall system is starting to break down.

Paying Too Much For Electricity Bills

If you have an old HVAC system, chances are you’re paying too much for your electricity bills. Newer systems are more energy-efficient and will cost you less to operate every month. With a newer system, you’ll also likely need much less maintenance and repairs for several years to come.

If you add up how much it costs you to have your older system constantly repaired, you’d probably find you could have had it replaced without it costing you any more money. For all your heating, air, and plumbing needs in Fort Collins contact Allen Service today.