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Does My Entire HVAC System Require An Upgrade If It Uses R-22 Refrigerant?

May 13, 2019

The R-22 phaseout finalized on January 1, 2020. If an R22 air conditioner has a refrigerant leak or requires a major (costly) repair, then you will have to make a decision. Does the entire HVAC system require replacing? Or, would an AC retrofit be enough? Keep reading to find out more.

Considerations To Take If Your AC Uses R-22

April 22, 2019

If your central air conditioner is older than 15 years, and it breaks down during this season, then you have a huge decision to make. You will have to choose whether to repair or replace it. The US government passed a mandatory regulation that took place on January 1, 2020, that made it illegal of import or produce R-22 refrigerants, commonly found in older AC units. Keep reading to find out more.