Ducted HVAC systems cool and ventilate your entire home, making them a popular choice for modern houses. But while they offer superior comfort and air quality compared to ductless systems, they have their own complexities. Over time, your HVAC system may wear out, or the ducts will start to fill up with dust. Sometimes a replacement is necessary because the HVAC system is too small for the square footage. 

At  The Heat Pump Store Denver, we specialize in HVAC repairs and HVAC replacement so you can get optimal airflow without unnecessary costs. Learn more about the signs that it’s time to replace your ducted HVAC system and when you can simply repair it. 

Why Replace Your HVAC System

When your HVAC system is very old, or you frequently have to pay for repairs, it could be time to consider having it replaced. Here are some of the most common reasons why Denver residents need to consider ducted HVAC replacement: 

• Old Age: Units over 15 years old will start to malfunction more frequently, with more and more expensive breakdowns until the unit finally fails.
• Frequent repairs: Whether your system is old or not, having to make multiple repairs indicates that something is seriously wrong. Frequent repairs add up over time, and simply replacing your HVAC can save you money in the long run.
• Poor performance: Your HVAC might run, but it might not run well. Loud clanking, constant cycling, poor temperature control, and musty moistness all indicate your HVAC needs to go.
• Refrigerant problems: Refrigerant leaks are common—it only takes a small leak to get that tell-tale, shrill whistle of a coolant problem. But it can be virtually impossible to cost-effectively fix. Older systems also use refrigerants like R22, which are outdated and out of production.

If any of these problems sound familiar, it’s time to do the math and see how much money switching to a new HVAC will save you in the coming years. 

How Do Ducted HVAC Systems Work? 

Ducted HVAC systems run throughout your whole home. The central HVAC unit pushes conditioned air into the maze of metal ducts sprawling in your attic, distributing the air to every connected room with a vent. The cooled or heated air fills the room and pushes air into the return vent, redirecting air back into the system so it can be cooled or heated again. 

During the summers, your HVAC will run cooling cycles. During this process, your HVAC unit will draw air across coils filled with refrigerant, which chills the air to a cold temperature and then pushes the cool air into every room. The refrigerant in those coils runs to your outdoor unit, releasing the absorbed heat. This cyclical process continues to cool down your home and keep it comfortable. 

Trusted HVAC Replacement Service

The Heat Pump Store Denver provides comprehensive HVAC servicing across the Denver area.  Our certified technicians can replace your old cube-style unit with a quiet, slim Daikin FTQ Ducted system. These systems use modern heat pump and inverter technology to provide more temperature control with less energy consumption. We can outfit small homes, home additions, and large homes with the right unit for optimal airflow, temperature control, and comfort.

Not Sure If You Need a Repair or a Replacement? 

If your home’s HVAC is clanking, cycling frequently, or not giving you the heating and cooling power you want, call in The Heat Pump Store team for an in-home consultation. We can assess your current unit, recommend the next steps, and give you a detailed overview of the pros and cons of both repairs and replacement based on your home’s unique needs.