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Originally Posted by Rc Moser
Compressors usually last about 11 years for heat pumps units and more for non-heat pump units due to the compressor is only used during the hot months. ON mew units most compressors are factory warranted for 10 years (they know exactly how long they will last). Compressor it's self not that expensive, but 99% of people have no clue how to change them so the mark up is 3 fold... Just like your refrigerator the compressor is the heart of the system and we all know heart transplants cost big bucks...  usually 1/3 of new system or 1/2 of the outside unit replacement... |
Replacing a compressor is not for the novice. Many specalized tools are required. First, the exiting freon must be captured, the old compressor removed, the new one installed and the old freon in addition to some new freon installed. If you have one of the older models, having to add freon can cost up up $500 per pound.