Refrigeration Systems 10-15 Yrs Avg
Authorized to Repair
Electric & Mechanical Failures: Always repair if the issue is mechanical or electrical (e.g., evaporator fan, main control board, defrost heater, thermal limiters). These OEM components are highly cost-effective and restore 100% baseline functionality.
Advised to Replace
Catastrophic Sealed-System Seizure: Consider replacement if a sealed-system compressor physically seizes after Year 12. The intensive labor for freon recovery (ODS environmental compliance) and high-temperature copper welding often exceeds 50% of total replacement capital.



