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HVAC REPAIR & MAINTENANCE BLOG

How Often to Replace Your Heating and Air Unit

At Potter's HVAC near Clayton, we often hear from homeowners interested in new air conditioning units. Higher energy efficiency in new units makes them much more desirable than older ones. However, there are a few things to consider before going for a new machine.

First, if you're looking for higher efficiency from your current machine, look over our suggestions of how to lower your utility bill. There are a lot of things that you can do to increase your system's efficiency (such as adjusting it to Clayton's climate) without purchasing a new machine.

Air conditioning units typically last for eight to twelve years before beginning to malfunction. When they do, a decision needs to be made - repair, or replace?

It often becomes expensive to repair an old unit as parts may be out of production. Also, newer appliances have much higher energy efficiency, while a repaired appliance will only have a minimum of its original efficiency. However, some problems can be repaired, and a professionally maintained unit can last significantly longer.

If you're considering a new air conditioning unit, contact the professionals at Potter's HVAC of Clayton today. We have the experience necessary to guide your decision and handle both replacements and repairs, offering

to occupants in Clayton.

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What Our Customers Are Saying

I'm a repeat customer and have always been satisfied with their attention to detail !


-John T.

Great service at a reasonable price. They will perform the work needed without recommending other work that is not.


-Joe S.

The people here are incredibly helpful. They'll show you exactly what's wrong, why it's wrong, how to fix it.


-James S.

Friendly, knowledgeable, completed job time appropriately.


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Excellent and reasonable service.


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