{"id":1563,"date":"2024-08-05T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/?p=1563"},"modified":"2025-06-18T11:19:19","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T15:19:19","slug":"how-long-can-i-expect-my-ac-to-last-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/how-long-can-i-expect-my-ac-to-last-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Can I Expect My AC to Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/air-conditioners-junkyard.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/air-conditioners-junkyard-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Pile of broken and discarded air conditioning units at a junkyard.\" class=\"wp-image-828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/air-conditioners-junkyard-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/air-conditioners-junkyard-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/air-conditioners-junkyard.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A central air conditioning system does an immense amount of work each summer to keep a home cool. As we\u2019re now in the second half of summer, you might wonder how long it will take before all this work catches up with your home\u2019s AC. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can always arrange for repairs when the AC malfunctions, but at a certain point, you\u2019ll face a system that costs too much to keep around and you\u2019ll need to schedule <a href=\"\/dublin\/services\/air-conditioning\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">air conditioning replacement in Dublin, GA<\/a>. How long will your AC last? We\u2019ll look into this question below so you can make plans at the appropriate time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Estimated air conditioning system service lives<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To the basic numbers: the average service life of a central air conditioning system is between 10 to 15 years. In general, we don\u2019t recommend attempting to use an air conditioner beyond 15 years, even if it seems to be working fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors can affect AC longevity, and you have control over most of them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Maintenance history: <\/strong>The #1 way to get your AC to its maximum service life is to always schedule annual maintenance for it. Spring is the best time, but it\u2019s never too late if the summer is already here. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/springs-almost-here-time-to-get-your-ac-prepped-for-warmer-weather\/\">Getting your AC prepped for warmer weather<\/a> is one of the most effective ways to extend its lifespan and improve performance. Without maintenance, an AC can potentially fail less than 10 years into its service life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work history: <\/strong>An AC that runs more often will wear down quicker, even with routine maintenance. You might think you don\u2019t have control over this\u2014hot weather is hot weather\u2014but you can take steps to reduce AC use if you set your thermostat higher and rely on indoor fans to help keep you cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repair history: <\/strong>We recommend you always have any problems with your AC fixed as soon as possible. Some air conditioning troubles, like odd noises or drainage issues, won\u2019t initially interfere with an AC\u2019s cooling ability, but these still need prompt attention. Running an air conditioner with a malfunction will increase wear and tear which can reduce its service life. Delaying action could cost more in the long run\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/what-happens-if-you-delay-hvac-repairs\/\">here\u2019s what can happen if HVAC repairs are put off<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Don\u2019t wait for your AC to fail before replacing it<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You might think that making any plans to replace your air conditioner is premature as long as the unit is still turning on and running. You\u2019ll replace it when the AC finally fails completely, past the point of reasonable repair.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is <em>not<\/em> a good idea! Pushing your AC too far past its replacement date will mean paying much higher electricity bills to stay cool\u2014and probably less cool than you would like. An old air conditioner can also lead to poor indoor air quality. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierishere.com\/blog\/air-conditioning-service\/yikes-why-are-my-ac-bills-so-high\/\">If your AC bills are spiking<\/a>, it might be a sign your system is nearing the end of its life. Finally, getting trapped with a busted AC means discomfort and inconvenience as you scramble to arrange for a new one. You want to replace your AC on your schedule, not the AC\u2019s!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>We\u2019re here to help with your AC upgrade<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team can make the entire replacement process easy for you so you can relax and enjoy a comfortable home. We\u2019ll help you select the best new air conditioning system for your home and size it correctly, then do a speedy but complete installation. Our experience and attention to detail will ensure that you have a long-lasting new system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"\/contact-us\/send-a-message\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Experience the Premier Difference! Premier Heating &amp; Air has been family-owned and operated since 2001.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How long will your AC last? 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