Repair, Upgrade or Replace

Six Common Reasons Homeowners Upgrade Their Heating and Cooling System

1. Energy Cost - Today's high efiiciency systems can save 30 percent or more on heating and cooling costs.
2. Current System is Unreliable - Systems break at the worst of times. It makes more sense to replace them while the current system is still operating, thus not having to deal with the inconvenience of a rush decision.
3. Somone Suffers from Allergies or Other Breathing Problems - We have filters and air treatment products that remove over 99 percent of airborne dust, pollen, bacteria and viruses.
4. The Home is Not Comfortable - The home temperature and humidity level are no longer properly maintained by the current system.
5. System is Noisy - Many systems are noisy because of poor installation or installation of the wrong unit for the home.
6. Return on Investment ROI) - High efficiency systems that are properly installed can provide a return on investment of 20 percent or more.

Repair or Replace

This is a decision that all homeowners are going to face sooner or later. When is it the right time to replace a unit rather than have it repaired?

The charts below represent the point of economic obsolesence based on today's repair costs, normal future repairs and energy costs. If your system is "challenged" the need to replace will be sooner than shown.

System Upgrade Choices

When you are deciding whether to repair or replace, we can help. At your convenience we will schedule a Comfort Advisor to visit your home.

What will the Comfort Advisor do? He will measure the home, windows, and insulation to perform a heat gain and heat loss analysis. He will calculate the actual savings an upgrade will provide for you, based on how you use your system. He will inspect and evaluate your duct system design and integrity and he will customize a solution to fit your needs and budget. Based on your needs and the home's engineering requirements, you will have 8 options to pick from.

Guaranteed Comfort and Energy Usage Option

These systems are designed with the home in mind. Not just equipment replacements, they combine energy saving heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems with upgraded insulation and completely engineered duct systems. The attic ventilation and air infiltration are addressed as well. From sealing electrical outlets on outside walls to covering can lights, nothing is overlooked. These high efficiency heating and air conditioning systems are combined with a whole house approach to saving energy and increasing comfort. Imagine your home feeling like a beach in the Caribbean when Old Man Winter blows in. Or, the inside of your home feeling like the cool Colorado air in spring when the hot Texas summer hits. That is the environment we can create for you.

There are 4 options in this group.

• Energy Miser - ROI in 6 to 8 years.
• Energy Champion - ROI in 7 to 9 years.
• Energy Choice - ROI in 8 to 11 years. These systems may qualify for tax credits.
• Nature's Choice - ROI in 10 to 13 years.These systems may qualify for tax credits.

Equipment Replacement Option

This option replaces equipment only. It is a good choice for homeowners who may not be staying in the home long term, or don't need the protection of guaranteed comfort or energy usage. These systems come with adequate warranties and quality installations. If the home's duct system and attic area are well designed, without hot and cold spots, as well as energy efficient this option may work well for you. Accessories can be added to these systems as needed or required by local safety codes.

There are 4 options in this group.

• Basic
• Good
• Better
• Ultra