{"id":471,"date":"2024-07-15T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coventryandgattis.com\/blog\/?p=471"},"modified":"2025-06-13T05:56:05","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T10:56:05","slug":"using-the-point-system-determining-if-your-ac-is-ready-for-retirement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coventryandgattis.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/using-the-point-system-determining-if-your-ac-is-ready-for-retirement\/","title":{"rendered":"Using the Point System: Determining If Your AC Is Ready for Retirement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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How is your air conditioner doing? Does it make you smile when you get home to the cool, conditioned air? Or are you constantly frustrated or worried by the bills that are inevitably coming your way?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is an unfortunate reality for many homeowners. But a solution is on the horizon. We\u2019d consider AC replacement in Grapevine, TX<\/a> as a great solution for many homeowners who are nervous about the state of their cooling technology. If you’re still on the fence, take a look at this guide to getting the best deal on a new system<\/strong><\/a> and make the most of current offers and incentives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t worry, before we recommend this, we want customers to look at the point system we\u2019ve devised below to determine if they\u2019re ready for AC replacement or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

AC Evaluation: How the Point System Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Use the point system by following along and checking off any of these categories that apply to you or your AC system. Add up the points at the end and see your results. This will help give you an idea of what you’re looking at in terms of an AC replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

End of the System\u2019s Lifespan: 4 Points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Air conditioners are designed to last 10 to 15 years in age. Beyond this, you run the risk of components failing, ruining your the air conditioner’s efficiency and reducing its cooling power. If you\u2019re not sure about your system\u2019s age or status, it may help to explore what your AC installation options are<\/strong><\/a> before jumping into a full replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019d recommend anyone who has an AC system 10 years old or older to get it replaced, or at least consider replacement. If this sounds like your system, add 4 points to your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequent Repairs: 2 Points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Repairs on a yearly basis or more frequently are considered \u201cfrequent repairs.\u201d This is usually a side effect of something broader happening inside your system, like a botched installation or unmaintained components. If this is your system, add 2 points to your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poor Efficiency: 2 Points<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Does your system run up the bill on a monthly basis much higher than it used to? If so, add 2 points to your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperature Issues: 1 Point<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An AC system should always meet the temperature threshold on your thermostat. If you find that it’s struggling or you need to keep fiddling with the thermostat, then add 1 point to your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strange Sounds: 1 Point<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Strange or uncomfortable noises warrant at least a repair visit, if not a full system replacement. Add a point to your score.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is It Time to Replace Your AC? Here’s the Answer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s see where you landed on the chart!<\/p>\n\n\n\n