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CALCULATOR: Should You Repair or Replace Your Pennsylvania HVAC System?

Should You Repair or Replace Your Pennsylvania HVAC System?

The Rule of $5,000 will help you decide.

Try out the $5,000 rule

When it comes to HVAC, the $5,000 rule is a helpful way to figure out whether you should repair or replace. Multiply your system’s age by your repair estimate. Repair if under $5,000, and replace if it’s over $5,000.

This information is provided as a general guideline only. Contact Spurk HVAC to get a professional opinion on your HVAC equipment.

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Other Factors to Consider for Repair
or Replacement

The Rule of $5,000 is a helpful starting point, but there are other factors to consider
when deciding whether to repair or replace, including:

Signs to RepairSigns to Replace
Your system has an active warranty. (The cost to repair might be covered.)Your system’s warranty has expired.
Your system is under 10 years old.Your system is over 10 years old.
Your system has needed fewer than 3 repairs in the last 3 years.You’ve had your system repaired 3 or more times in the last 3 years.
Your system has mostly performed well until now.Your system has shown signs of decline, such as:

  • Poor air flow

  • Uneven comfort

  • Rising energy bills

You’re likely to move in the next 7 years.You plan on living in your home for at least 7 more years.
You’ve been satisfied overall with your current system.You’re looking to upgrade to a more energy-efficient system.
An HVAC professional has confirmed your system is the right size for my home.Your system might not be the right size to keep up with your needs (either due to improper initial install or house remodels).
The issue is minor & easily fixed.Your system uses R-22 refrigerant.

Note: This harmful refrigerant is being phased out. It might be impossible to repair.

Whether you need a quick repair or a new system (or you’re still not sure!), reach out to Spurk HVAC. A Spurk
technician will assess your system and discuss your options.

Other Factors to Consider for Repair or Replacement

The Rule of $5,000 is a helpful starting point, but there are other factors to consider
when deciding whether to repair or replace, including:

Signs to RepairSigns to Replace
Your system has an active warranty. (The cost to repair might be covered.)Your system’s warranty has expired.
Your system is under 10 years old.Your system is over 10 years old.
Your system has needed fewer than 3 repairs in the last 3 years.You’ve had your system repaired 3 or more times in the last 3 years.
Your system has mostly performed well until now.Your system has shown signs of decline, such as:

  • Poor air flow

  • Uneven comfort

  • Rising energy bills

You’re likely to move in the next 7 years.You plan on living in your home for at least 7 more years.
You’ve been satisfied overall with your current system.You’re looking to upgrade to a more energy-efficient system.
An HVAC professional has confirmed your system is the right size for my home.Your system might not be the right size to keep up with your needs (either due to improper initial install or house remodels).
The issue is minor & easily fixed.Your system uses R-22 refrigerant.

Note: This harmful refrigerant is being phased out. It might be impossible to repair.

Whether you need a quick repair or a new system (or you’re still not sure!), reach out to Spurk HVAC. A Spurk technician will assess your system and discuss your options.

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