You have your AC on a Friday afternoon in July break down. It is 45 degrees outside. You call a technician and he/she delivers you the bad news that everything big is not alright. The next question is then raised, that no one would like to answer, and that is, should you repair it, or you would just change the entire thing?
It is likely to be one of the baffling choices of homeowners in Dubai. Fixing appears less expensive at this moment, but what will happen next month when it will break again? Replacement is costly but perhaps it is cost-effective in the long run? We do assist individuals in making this very choice on a daily basis at Breezy Tech HVAC. This is what you really should know.
Not all AC issues imply that you should buy a new unit. Certain problems can be easy solutions, which offer you a couple of years of quality cooling. This is because it is important to know which issues are worth correcting.
| Problem | Repair Cost Range | Time to Fix | Worth It If |
| Refrigerant leak | AED 400 to 700 | 2 to 3 hours | AC under 8 years old |
| Faulty thermostat | AED 200 to 400 | 1 hour | Simple electrical issue |
| Clogged drain line | AED 150 to 300 | 1 to 2 hours | Regular maintenance missed |
| Dirty coils | AED 300 to 500 | 2 hours | Just needs deep cleaning |
| Fan motor issue | AED 500 to 900 | 3 to 4 hours | Everything else works fine |
The leakages of refrigerant occur quite frequently in Dubai due to the permanent usage. When you have a five or six year old AC, there is no point in not repairing the leak and charging the system. You will have five more years in no time.
Thermostat issues usually are perceived as huge AC malfunctions when in fact they are fast repairs of electricity. Similar case with the clogged drain lines, which occur when the maintenance has been neglected too long. It is fixed by a comprehensive cleaning.
Even fan motor problems sound frightening, but when it is only the motor that is broken in the system, replacing a single part incurs a lot less cost than a new AC. Years later after this repair can see your unit run tremendously.
The repair is only delaying the death at times. It would not be financially prudent to pour money into an old system that is already a failure when you consider the bigger picture.
| Red Flag | Why Replace | Long Term Savings |
| AC over 12 years old | Productivity reduces by 40 percent, high rates of breakdown | AED 2000 plus yearly on bills |
| Repair costs over 50% of new unit | Throwing money away | Better to invest in new |
| R22 refrigerant system | Old fashioned, costly, difficult to maintain | New systems 30% more efficient |
| Constant breakdowns | Unreliable, stressful | Warranty coverage, peace of mind |
| High electricity bills | Old tech wastes energy | The new inverter ACs will save half the bills |
AC units in Dubai are overworked compared to any other place in the world. Summers after 12 years of continuous summers decline tremendously.
Electric bills are higher despite the fact that the cooling is not as strong. Several repairs have become normal. By that time, you are paying more to maintain an old system that is lumbering than you would pay a good new system.
At Breezy Tech HVAC we have established our reputation where we explain to people what they really require rather than what will give us the highest profit.
Our technicians not only check the obvious issue with your system, but the rest of it. We monitor the compressor, the amount of refrigerant, the electrical connections, duct work, all that.
Then we provide you with candid feedback of what is really wrong and what it translates to your particular circumstances.
We will also repair your AC properly using quality parts in case it is not very old, and the issue is fixable. We do not take low end replacements that fail to work after three months.
The majority of the repairs include a 90 day warranty on parts and labor. You will know what we are about and why.
In cases where repair is not cost efficient, we will give you reasons as to why and demonstrate the real figures. We find the correct size and kind of AC that fits in your space and budget.
Our delivery service also involves the process of installation that involves taking off your old unit, correctly installing the new one, and testing all this to ensure everything is just fine.
REPAIR in case you have AC that is less than 8 years old, the cost to repair is less than AED 1000, and you have failed with only one component, and your rest of the components are fine, and in case you have done regular maintenance.
REPLACE in case your AC is more than 10 years old, you have spent more than AED 1500 in repairs, several parts fail to work, and your energy bills continue to increase or you are experiencing constant breakdowns.
This is a very basic rule that applies to the majority of cases. On the edge of right and wrong, that would be where professional judgment becomes a Godsend.
Maintenance is absolutely necessary after any repair. Alternate filters every month in the summer season. Get the professionals serviced twice a year, once in the pre-summer and once in the middle of the season.
Small inconveniences such as strange sounds or poor air flow should not be overlooked as they become quite costly. Maintenance Clean your outdoor unit of debris and dust. These are easy habits which can extend the life of your AC by five years, be it a repaired one or a new one.
Breezy Tech HVAC is supplying annual maintenance contracts that anticipate issues and problems before they turn into emergency maintenance that is costly. It is cheaper to prevent an issue rather than to take care of it once it is destroyed.
It is already strenuous to handle AC issues in Dubai heat without being confused whether to repair them or replace them. Get in touch with Breezy Tech HVAC. We will review your system fairly and give you what will make real sense to your scenario and budget. Currently, free consultations are offered.
Breezy Tech HVAC is an air conditioning maintenance company based in Dubai. We offer premium AC maintenance, repair, installation, fixing, painting as well as plumbing and electrical services to both residential and commercial properties.
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