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Article: Is HVAC refurbishment an option? Depending on the scope of the repair and project requirements, HVAC equipment may be refurbished for less than 50 percent of the cost of new equipment.(SMARTER BUILDINGS[R]: Engineered Systems: HVAC)
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- October 1, 2009
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Evaluating the cost of replacement vs. refurbishment when it comes to HVAC equipment is a tough decision, but one that every facilities professional will probably face. So how do you know when refurbishment is a viable option?
According to Walt D'Ascenzo, senior project manager at Facility Engineering Associates in Fairfax, VA, when it seems that the refurbishment will offer at least 10+ years of reliable service, it's probably worth the work and money. "Some equipment is robustly constructed and can easily go beyond its statistical useful life with refurbishment," he explains. "However, it will still eventually have to be replaced when it reaches its limits. ...