Hi all! My AC is about 12 years old and still works, but lately it’s making more noise and seems to take longer to cool the house. I’m debating whether to repair or replace it. How do you know when it’s just time to move on from an old unit?

If it's older than 10 years and starting to struggle with performance or noise, repairs might just be short-term patches. Newer systems are quieter and way more energy-efficient. If you're unsure, Astera Services https://www.asteraservice.com/ provides heating, cooling and appliance installing and repair and they can assess whether it’s more cost-effective to replace or fix. They also install high-efficiency systems like ductless split units and rooftop packages.