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Should I repair it or replace it?

That’s the biggest – and most important – question you’ll ever ask regarding your heating and cooling systems. And there are so many questions within the question:

  • When is equipment considered too old?
  • Will a newer system get you the energy efficiency you’re looking for to justify the cost?
  • If you repair or upgrade your system, are you just throwing good money at old, out-dated equipment?

We’d be happy to come to your home and personally assess your current situation and make thoughtful, in writing, easy to understand recommendations.

Key Considerations When Deciding Whether to Repair or Replace:
  • Your furnace, air conditioner unit or heat pump is more than 15 years old. Consider replacing it with a unit that has earned the “Energy Star” label. Installed correctly, these high-efficiency units can save up to 50% on heating and cooling costs.
  • Your equipment needs frequent repairs and your energy bills are going up. Your cooling or heating equipment is not cooling or heating as quickly and efficiently as it once did.
  • Uneven temperatures throughout your home. Some rooms being too hot or too cold may indicate a failing system or ductwork issues.
  • Your home lacks a programmable thermostat. This can lead to unnecessary energy waste, especially when no one is home.
  • Humidity problems in your home. Poor equipment operation, inadequate equipment, or leaky ductwork can cause overly dry air in winter and excess humidity in summer.
  • Unusual noises coming from your system. Noisy operation may signal problems like an undersized duct system or other issues with the furnace or air conditioner. New units have much lower sound ratings and highly efficient motors that allow for quieter operation.
Warning Signs of a Serious Issue:
  • Flame rollouts in a gas furnace. If flames extend outside the burner or combustion chamber, this is a fire hazard. It often happens due to soot buildup, corrosion, or a cracked heat exchanger. Flame sensors can shut down the unit to prevent damage, but a professional inspection is crucial for safety.
  • Humming or buzzing noises from your air conditioner. This could indicate issues such as a seized condenser fan motor, loose components, a malfunctioning circuit breaker, a failing contactor relay switch, or a frozen unit. Ignoring these sounds could lead to costly damage or even pose a safety risk.
What to Do Next:

If you notice any of these warning signs, turn off your system and call an HVAC professional immediately. Attempting DIY repairs can be dangerous due to electrical components and refrigerants. At Hartman Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning, we’re here to help ensure your home stays safe and comfortable. Contact us today for an expert evaluation of your heating and cooling system.

Satisfied Clients

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"We could not be happier with our service, estimate for a new system and most of all offering to but coolant in the system to give us AC until new system is installed."

— Lanna Benjamin
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"Great Heating and Air Company to work with who are always professional, courteous, fairly priced and even help in a timely manner when things break at the most inconvenient time."

— Melissa Philebaum
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"As usual- excellent & friendly service. I would highly recommend this company."

— Tony Pohl
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"Hartman Bros representatives are wonderful! Caleb is super great at answering all my questions and explaining everything so I feel very much at ease. I definitely recommend Hartman Bros for heating and AC installation and servicing. Their employees are super polite and very helpful and pleasant! Great job as always!"

— Renee C.
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"The technician was knowledgeable and upon request he was nice enough to educate me on the system and it's safety features as he completed his diagnostic and service."

— Daniel Burke
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"Great first impression with the receptionist who answered my call after the first ring! She was friendly, professional, and genuine... The service repair technician was professional and took time to explain the repair that he recommended to the A/C unit. He fixed the unit on the spot. Not only great service, but great people too. Thank you, Hartman Brothers!"

— Stephen Vachon
(Facebook Review)

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"Josh at Hartman Brothers did a good job. He quickly figured out the problem and got it fixed for 1/3 the cost I was expecting! He did not "find" problems or try to get us to upgrade, just did exactly what we needed him to do. I would strongly recommend calling Hartman Brothers for installing or repairing your AC/Heating!"

— James S.
(Google Review)

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"Great service ontime for my appt Gentleman was very friendly. He was very informative on what's going on with my unit. And I was happy with my experience with the company"

— Kendra Wetzel
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New Haven, IN 46774

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