All homeowners want to avoid replacing their AC system sooner than is absolutely necessary. Knowing when it is time to have this done can help to save you from some discomfort during the summer though. The biggest factor in AC replacement is the age of the unit. Most AC systems will last 15+ years. Once you are over that hump, you need to be vigilant in maintenance and upkeep. But what if you don’t know how old your unit is? Absolute P&M Services is here to walk you through the process of figuring out the age of your AC so that you can perform the necessary maintenance to help it last as long as possible as well as know when it is time to replace it with a new one.
How to Find Out the Age of Your AC Unit
It is important that you know how old your AC is. Your AC will last 15-20 years if you have maintained it properly, but one that has been neglected will only last 10-15. Replacing an AC system is one of the larger investments you will make in your home. It is something that you should plan for long before the day comes when replacement is necessary. This is why it can be helpful to know how old your current system is. If you aren’t the original owner of the house, you might not know how old it is. Here is how you find out that piece of important information:
– AC Manufacturer’s Label: The first thing that you’re going to need to find is the manufacturer’s label. This is usually found on the outside of the unit, inside the access panel or on the back of the unit. This label will give you a lot of information and details about the unit that can be incredibly helpful. Information like the date it was manufactured, model number, serial number, and technical specifications for repairs.
– Decode the Serial Number: Once you have found the serial number, you need to know how to decipher the information. Every Manufacturer is going to organize the serial number a little differently. Some companies will have the year incorporated into the first couple numbers of the serial number. Others will have a much more complex system in place. The best way to figure out how to decipher this number is to google your manufacturer and follow those instructions.
– AC Unit User Manual: If you weren’t able to glean the information that you needed from the manufacturer label or the serial number, you can turn to the user manual for guidance. There should also be some warranty documents that came with the unit as well that would have the info that you need on it.
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Depending on how old your unit is, it might be time to replace yours. You can turn to Absolute P&M Services to help you get a new AC system installed so you’re all set for the summer months. Call us today!
