Modern air conditioners can last 15-20 years, and older air conditioners last 10-12 years. The answer may depend on who you ask, but some experts say an HVAC unit will last 10 to 15 years. On the contrary, many sources suggest that you can expect a much more optimistic life of 15 to 25 years (or more) as long as your system is properly serviced, cleaned, and maintained. Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration News says homeowners should wait 12 to 15 years without using their HVAC unit.
After that time, the compressor and other elements are prone to failure, which can result in costly repairs or complete replacement of the unit. If you have a problem with your old HVAC unit or notice signs of a failure in the HVAC system and are covered by Select, file a claim. It's clear that replacing an air conditioning system is expensive, and few are prepared to take on that kind of financial burden unexpectedly.
