Consider replacing your AC if it is 12 to 15+ years old, uses old R-22 refrigerant, or a single repair would cost more than about one-third of a new system. Repair makes sense for newer units with minor failures. Compare a repair quote against a replacement quote before deciding.
Repeated repairs, rising energy bills, and refrigerant leaks on older systems often tip the balance toward replacement.
A newer unit with a failed capacitor or contactor is usually worth repairing. A 14-year-old unit with a failed compressor is often worth replacing.
Use the repair-vs-replace calculator as a starting point, then compare written quotes for both options.
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Last reviewed: June 2026
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