{"id":16389,"date":"2020-03-20T10:36:49","date_gmt":"2020-03-20T14:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acdesigns1.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=16389"},"modified":"2020-03-20T10:36:49","modified_gmt":"2020-03-20T14:36:49","slug":"how-long-does-an-ac-unit-typically-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.acdesignsinc.net\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/how-long-does-an-ac-unit-typically-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does An A\/C Unit Typically Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your a\/c is often the silent hero of your home, consistently maintaining it at a comfortable temperature no matter what the outside weather is like. But far too often, your a\/c unit isn&#8217;t appreciated for all it does until it suddenly stops. Just how long can you expect an a\/c unit to last? Learn more about the average lifespan of the typical a\/c unit, as well as what you can do to extend the usable life of your current unit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Typical A\/C Lifespan<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The life expectancy of your a\/c depends on several factors, including:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brand of the unit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How frequently you use it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it&#8217;s located in direct sun for much of the day (therefore forcing it to work harder)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it&#8217;s exposed to salty sea air, sand, or other abrasive elements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How often you perform routine maintenance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The &#8220;average&#8221; a\/c will usually last anywhere from 10 to 20 years, though maintenance (or the lack thereof) can skew this figure in one direction or the other.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Extending Your A\/C&#8217;s Working Life<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By far the most impactful factor in your a\/c&#8217;s life expectancy is the maintenance you perform on the unit. If you don&#8217;t clean out debris regularly, cover the unit during winter to protect it from the elements, change your air filters on a regular basis, monitor your refrigerant, and have an occasional tune-up performed, you could be shortening your unit&#8217;s life by years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll also want to do what you can to reduce the burden your a\/c bears while it&#8217;s working. This can mean shading the unit so that it doesn&#8217;t get too hot in the Jacksonville summers, monitoring your thermostat&#8217;s accuracy to ensure that it&#8217;s not causing the unit to cycle on and off too often, and, in some cases, even upgrading to a larger a\/c unit that&#8217;s sufficient to accommodate your home&#8217;s needs without overworking itself. An a\/c that runs or cycles too frequently is at risk of overheating, which can lead to a whole host of potentially expensive problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, it&#8217;s a good idea to schedule annual tune-ups with a reputable HVAC company. By giving your unit a thorough once-over, HVAC professionals like those at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/acdesignsinc.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A\/C Designs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can spot any problems before they start, preventing potentially expensive repairs (or even a\/c replacement) down the road. If it&#8217;s been a while since your a\/c unit was given some TLC, visit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/acdesignsinc.net\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more about the services we offer or to get in touch with one of our experienced a\/c technicians.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your a\/c is often the silent hero of your home, consistently maintaining it at a comfortable temperature no matter what the outside weather is like. But far too often, your a\/c unit isn&#8217;t appreciated for all it does until it suddenly stops. Just how long can you expect an a\/c unit to last? 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