You may think that you don’t need to worry about your air conditioner so much once summer has ended, but that is not the case. Buying a new air conditioner is an investment that many homeowners avoid until it is no longer feasible to do so. Unfortunately, that often means a major malfunction forces them to purchase a new air conditioner in a hurry. When this occurs, poor buying choices are made and money is wasted.
Taking a proactive approach to replacing your old air conditioner ensures you won't regret your decision down the road. If buying a new air conditioner is on your mind, you may want to start shopping around this fall, and if that seems too early for you, the benefits listed below should change your mind.
Time for
Research
Waiting until your current air conditioner breaks down shortens your window to research which air conditioner is best for your home. Making a rushed decision can cause you to purchase a unit that is too small or too big for your house, meaning your new system will create even more issues for you in the future. Evaluating your air conditioner's performance at the end of the summer and taking into account its age can tell you whether or not your air conditioner is on its way out. If your assessment reveals it's time to shop for a new unit, starting the process in the fall affords you the time to properly research your options.
The Right
Price
Because most homeowners aren't shopping for an air conditioner in the fall, there will often be sales to entice homeowners into buying a unit. A sales price combined with the time to shop around provides you the opportunity to purchase a unit with a more reasonable price tag. On the other hand, if you wait until your air conditioner breaks down, you are more likely to pay a heftier amount.
Hiring an
HVAC Professional
Hiring an HVAC professional in a rush can lead to money misspent and an inadequate installation. Consulting HVAC technicians in the fall affords you the time to thoroughly research your options before choosing a contractor. Waiting until summer can also lead to installation delays due to the busy time of year.
If you're interested in replacing your air conditioner this fall, please contact us here at New England Cooling Towers! We’d love to help and answer any questions that you may have.
