How long a Ruud air conditioner will last is 15 to 18 years with normal residential use and proper maintenance, which is similar to industry average for AC units of 15 to 20 years and same as Rheem since identical units made in same Fort Smith, Arkansas plant by Rheem Manufacturing owned by Paloma Industries. Ruud AC units including RA14 14 SEER single stage, RA16 17 SEER two-stage, and RA20 20 SEER variable speed are built with Copeland scroll compressors and plate fin coils designed for 15-year service life but often exceed that with care. How long it lasts depends on climate, maintenance, and installation. In hot climate like Texas where AC runs 3,000 hours per year, it will last 12 to 15 years due to more wear and tear. In moderate climate like Ohio where runs 1,500 hours per year, it will last 16 to 18 years. To make Ruud AC last longest, change filter every 2 to 3 months to prevent high head pressure that strains compressor, clean outdoor condenser coil with hose monthly to remove dirt and leaves that block airflow and reduce efficiency by 10 to 20 percent, keep indoor evaporator coil clean with annual professional cleaning, and schedule annual tune-up at 100 to 150 dollars that includes refrigerant check, capacitor test, and electrical tightening. Poor installation with incorrect refrigerant charge reduces life by 3 to 5 years. Ruud offers 10-year parts warranty when registered within 60 days, indicating expected 15-year life, and many owners report 15 to 18 year lifespan with only minor parts replaced.
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