This is a question we get quite often. The answer is not a quick yes or no, however. There are several good reasons you should opt to repair you’re A/C system. There are also several good reasons why replacing your system makes good sense, as well. We have discussed this in the past, in both our blog and in our social media posts. It is well worth repeating. Of course, if you have any questions at all about this topic, call us. We are happy to answer all questions!

Let’s look at the answers, side-by-side. This should be helpful to you.

A couple of other things to consider:

If your unit is less than five years old there’s a good chance that the parts will be covered under warranty.

Although you may have a unit that has needed no repair or minimal repair for the past 10 years, if you are starting to see higher energy bills, it just may make sense to replace the unit. The A/C systems available today are much more energy efficient and these systems did not exist 10 years ago.

Check out this list from ENERGYSTAR.GOV, which provides good information on reasons to replace:
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=heat_cool.pr_checklist_consumers

Check out the Home Energy Yardstick to assess your annual home energy usage:
https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=HOME_ENERGY_YARDSTICK.showGetStarted

Replacing an A/C is never fun or on top of anyone’s list of things you enjoy purchasing. Arizona’s hot summers make it necessary to think ahead and be prepared with a well operating system. If you are unsure what to do, ask us! We are happy to help.

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The first day back to school – it’s exciting, nerve-wracking, filled with hope and also filled with anxiety. Everyone in the family needs to get back to a daily, morning routine. It is often hectic and chaotic, with the entire family doing their “get ready for the day” routine all at one time. This includes everyone showering, brushing teeth, preparing and eating breakfast and getting dressed.

There is no time for drain back-ups, low water pressure, no hot water, overflowing toilet, pipe leaks or a faucet leak.

Everyone in the family needs the bathroom at the same time for showers, the toilet, brushing your teeth and primping time.

You then head to the kitchen and breakfast is prepared, with multiple dishes and glasses being used. Whatever you do not finish eating goes into the garbage disposal and you complete the morning routine by preparing lunch for the day, using more plates and utensils.

Later in the day (or sometimes even in the morning) there is laundry to be done with daily school outfits, football/track/cheerleading practice, dance class, karate class and many other school and extra-curricular activities. This is an increase over your Summer laundry loads.

Some easy ideas to be sure your home and plumbing is ready for going back to school:

• Check your water pressure and be sure it is running at normal pressure.
• Check your faucets. Are they all functioning properly with no leaks?
• Set a shower schedule for everyone in the family and stick to it. You may even want to split up the showers between night time showers and morning showers. Plus night time showers are likely less expensive, with utility companies charging off-peak rates in the evening.
• Inspect your garbage disposal for clogged drains and leaking pipes.
• Always wash your clothing in full loads.
• Check your clothes washer and dryer and be sure they are operating at normal capacity with no broken or leaking pipes.
• Inspect your water heater, to be sure you have hot water for showers as well as the clothes washer and dishwasher.
• Check your toilet to be sure it is flushing properly. There is nothing worse than a flooded bathroom with an overflowing toilet as you are trying to get out of the house.

Be ready for the excitement of the upcoming school year and be sure your plumbing is ready to handle the morning routine and overall increased activity of your family as school starts up again for the year.

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