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Sumner County schools face aging HVAC concerns, with costly repairs and replacements already underway
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Kim Rafferty , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The cost of replacing units can be high, exceeding $84,000 for a single project. Aging heating and cooling systems are causing concerns, with repairs and replacements already in progress.
Aging heating and cooling systems are causing concerns, with repairs and replacements already in progress. The cost of replacing units can be high, exceeding $84,000 for a single project. A current replacement project is taking several weeks to complete, resulting in a temporary solution for students.
Further details about the situation and plans for addressing it are available. The need for replacement is urgent in some cases, but cooler temperatures are expected to provide some relief.
The age of the systems is a significant factor, with some units being older and in need of complete replacement.
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Category: schools Published: August 28, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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