Can you finance a HVAC system?

Yes, you can finance a HVAC system. Financing can allow you to purchase and install the HVAC system you need, without depleting your savings account. In most cases, you can finance a HVAC system with no money down. A popular choice for HVAC financing is a personal loan. Personal loans can be secured from banks, online lenders, or credit unions. If you are working with a large HVAC company, they might also offer some form of financing directly from the company. It’s always worth asking and checking to see that way you know which options are available to you.

What credit score do you need to finance a HVAC system?

Credit score requirements can vary depending on the lender. Some lenders are more lenient with financing than others. Most lenders will require a score of 600 or higher though. If your score is less than 600, you will probably have a hard time securing financing because you are considered to be a risky lender. Lenders may also take into account other factors such as income, job stability, and so forth. If you are unfamiliar with your credit score, you should check it before applying for a loan.

If you can’t find a lender to work with you, you might want to consider trying to raise your credit score or lowering your debt-to-income ratio to try and get a loan.

Should I finance my HVAC?

If you have a good credit score and can get a low-interest loan or manage a 0% interest plan, then financing your HVAC is not a bad idea at all. In most cases, you don’t want to use your entire savings for an HVAC system, so financing all or some of it can help you get a new system and be able to keep some money in savings.

If your credit is low though and you can’t get a low-interest loan, financing might not be the best idea. You don’t want to end up overspending on interest and having a loan that’s overwhelming to you and your monthly budget.

How long can you finance an AC unit?

Terms can vary depending on the lender. Synchrony has plans that fit every budget and term.  They may also vary depending on what you qualify for. 

How do you pay for HVAC?

Some people choose to pay for their HVAC with cash if they have it available. This isn’t a choice for everyone though as not everyone has enough cash laying around. Credit cards are another popular way that people pay for HVAC because it allows them to borrow the money for a short period of time before they have to pay it back. Credit cards can have high interest though and aren’t the best choice for everyone. Personal loans usually offer lower interest and better repayment terms.

How can I finance an air conditioner with bad credit?

Financing an air conditioner with bad credit is possible. If you have the ability to boost or improve your credit score some before taking a loan you definitely should. While you may qualify for financing with bad credit, the rates can be high, the terms can be short, and the loan amounts may be low. On the brightside, if you are able to qualify for financing and repay the loan on time it can help your credit score. One of the biggest downsides of borrowing money with bad credit is the cost.

Does HVAC zero percent financing exist?

YES!! and believe it or not Synchrony has some really good options for 0% financing.  In most cases, you can find promotional financing offers such as zero percent financing through retailers or manufacturers. They may only offer the promotional financing for a short term so you will want to make sure you can afford the monthly payment and pay the loan off during the promotional period. After the promotional period ends there can be extremely high interest rates applied along with the deferred interest. If you are considering HVAC financing, explore all available options to make an educated financial decision.

Is it cheaper to replace the furnace and AC together?

In most cases it’s cheaper to replace the furnace and AC together. Replacing a furnace alone usually costs about $2,000 to $5,000. When you add a furnace during an air conditioner replacement, it should cost less. However, if your furnace is less than 10 years old, it may make sense to replace it solo. There’s a good chance it should last until your AC needs to be replaced. A furnace should last 20-30 years and AC systems should be replaced every 10-15 years. If your furnace is 15+ years old you should replace the furnace and AC together. In addition, if installation is complicated or you want to avoid HVAC repairs or replacements for a long time you should replace the furnace and AC together.

Can I use the financing option for a service call?

Yes you can with Synchrony.  The credit and the initial financing you obtain through Synchrony is a credit card that you can use over and over again.  However, keep in mind that the promotional offerings are only valid on your initial opening of the account.  If you know the you will making a replacement or rather larger purchase the very near future you may want to weight your options beforehand.