Should You Replace Your AC Before Summer?

March 28, 2023

How often should you replace your AC? This question puzzles many homeowners who want to stay cool all summer long here in the East Bay. As this unprecedented winter starts to wind down, it's time to start thinking about the switch from “heat” to “cool” on the thermostat. Spring is the optimal time for AC replacement — here’s why.

Beat the Rush for AC Replacement

If you are reading this article, you are one of the few homeowners that are looking to prepare for the warmer temperatures instead of reacting to them! At Hassler Heating and AC, we see it every year: Homeowners wait until they see 90+ degrees on the weather forecast before they realize they need a new AC. Or worse, homeowners wait until they turn on their air conditioner to learn that it's not working properly and that it's time to schedule an emergency AC replacement! This means packed schedules for our AC replacement team in the heat of summer, and longer wait times for those that are in the middle of a sweaty AC emergency.

Save Energy All Summer

If your AC unit is over ten years old, it will be less efficient than a newer model air conditioner or a heat pump mini split. The earlier you can replace your old cooling system, the more you stand to save on energy costs as temperatures start to ramp up.

Don’t Sweat It, All Summer Long

In addition to keeping your energy costs low, scheduling HVAC replacement in the spring gives you the best shot at staying cool in your home through the many heat waves that the summer brings. If you are not sure if your AC is in need of replacement, HVAC maintenance service will expose any potential issues. If your AC still has some life in it, Hassler will get it back into fighting shape so you can enjoy peace of mind that you will have a working cooling system all summer long.

Schedule AC Replacement in Spring, Without the Hassle

So, when is the best time to replace your AC unit? Before you know you’re going to need it! The milder temperatures of spring provide the perfect time to replace your cooling system, and is also a perfect time to make sure your heating system is working properly after a long winter. Hassler Heating and AC has helped homeowners through over 20 heating and cooling seasons, and we have learned how to take the hassle out of air conditioner replacement.

Not only can our team get your AC back up and running if it is failing you, but we can also find a more efficient replacement that is perfectly sized for the square footage of your home. Or, if your comfort needs make you a good candidate for heat pumps and ductless mini splits, we can design and install a system that will provide you with both cooling and heating, all while using less energy!