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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.

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"I signed up for a service plan, as I’m not much of a handyman myself. They had a variety of payment options with the service plan, so I was able to start monthly payments, which works best for me. Our service person was polite, and he explained everything in terms I had no problems understanding. I had an additional issue with an attic duct being chewed through. He got up there and got pictures right away so they could put together an estimate. Same visit, no hassle. And because of the service plan, there was no charge for the system check. I just let him in, showed him around, and he worked his magic. No regrets here. There’s a very good chance I’ll just keep up this service plan for the entire time I own my home."

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"As always, Hartman Bros does service RIGHT! They are prompt, courteous, professional, clean and fairly priced for all services we've ever had completed. We were introduced to them in 1998 when we first used their services and have been faithfully returning for every Heating and Air need, including the building of 2 new homes. They are stellar performers providing excellence at a time when mediocrity has been touted as the norm in our society. They go well above and beyond in all they do."

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