R-22 Refrigerant Answers From The AC ExpertsA few years ago we announced that the government was changing their refrigerant standards for residential central air conditioners. In short, they required that the most common refrigerant, R-22 (which also happens to be harmful to the environment) be phased out and eliminated from use by the year 2020. This regulation also required air conditioning manufacturers to cease the shipment of R-22 refrigerant with any newly-produced air conditioning systems. When you buy a new air conditioner these days it will most likely contain the more environmentally-friendly R-410A refrigerant or a legal alternative. Although, some manufacturers have made available new ACs called ‘dry charge’ systems, designed for R-22 refrigerant, but instead of shipping with the refrigerant inside, the refrigerant is added on-site by the contractor during installation.The new refrigerant policies have put many homeowners and HVAC contractors alike in a unique predicament.

The situation raises significant questions about the best solution when an AC problem or AC repair is needed: should the homeowner pay the high price to recharge their system with R-22 refrigerant, or attempt to use an alternate refrigerant, or buy a new air conditioner altogether? outside air conditioner unit buzzingWhen buying a new air conditioning system, should the homeowner buy a new R-410A refrigerant system or risk buying a "dry-charge" system? daikin a c units for saleThe latter is often the lower-cost solution in the short term, but longer-term, repercussions of that choice are becoming clearer; e36 ac unitno new R-22 refrigerant will be produced after the year 2019… which as we get closer to that date, will continue to cause the cost of R-22 to exponentially skyrocket.

Still, that deadline is several years away, and the average life-span of many home air conditioners is 8-15 years.We always make recommendations for a homeowner based on their specific situation, since every home, homeowner and their family is very different. To help clearly consider the options we’ve put together this list of frequently asked questions regarding these issues. We hope these FAQs will help you understand fully how the R-22 phase-out will affect your decision-making, and help you ensure your HVAC contractor is really providing recommendations that are truly in your best interest. For more information or specific questions on your home, call us at and we will be happy to schedule a free in-home consultation for you.How do I know if my current air conditioner uses R-22 refrigerant?Why does it cost so much more to service my home’s air conditioner now?Why is the R-22 refrigerant being phased out of production?What is the time frame for the R-22 phase-out and how much longer will R-22 be available for my AC?

Do homeowners have to stop using air conditioners that operate with R-22 Refrigerant?Are there approved replacements for R-22 that are more cost effective for needed repairs?Will using R-22 alternative products void the manufacturer’s warranty on the air conditioner?What options are available to homeowners who need service on an air conditioner that operates with R-22?If I choose to replace my outdoor A/C or heat pump unit with a new unit that uses the more environmentally friendly R410A, do I also have to replace the indoor unit?Should I buy a new “Dry Charge” air conditioning system?Why would I buy a R-410A refrigerant system?Greater energy efficiency for reduced cost of comfortLeading technology to reduce humidity and further increase in home comfortCurrent production refrigerant solutions ensuring longer life and extended availability of refrigerantLonger warranty periods for even greater peace of mindQuieter operation for a more peaceful indoor environmentOzone friendly refrigerant for lower impact on the environmentMatched coil solutions for increased reliability and guaranteed cooling and heating performanceIs it legal to install Dry Charge units?

There are no Federal laws or legal restriction on the installation of R-22 or Dry Charge Equipment, as long as it is as a repair for an existing system.Do new dry charge air conditioning systems have a normal warranty? < Previous January 08, 2013Next >Packaged unit price lists let you quickly glance at the entire product lineup to see which systems meet your requirements. Most brands make 4 types of package units: Packaged air conditioners, packaged heat pumps, gas/electric package units and dual fuel packaged units. We currently offer packaged unit price lists from Amana, Bryant, Carrier, Lennox and Trane. For a specific brand please see our below listings: When you browse one of our packaged unit price lists, you’ll see every model the brand makes along with pricing. We include the efficiency ratings for the unit as well as how it performs. You’ll see features such as two-stage or single-stage compressors and gas valves, and variable-speed or multi-speed fans, so you know what the unit offers for the money.

That’s the only way to determine if it has got what you want at the right price. The higher the efficiency and the better the performance – staged heating and cooling with variable-speed offer better indoor comfort—the more the unit will cost. Each price list allows you to conveniently compare models within each brand. For example, you’ll see how the top-tier Lennox Signature gas/electric package units compare to the more affordable Lennox Elite gas packs in efficiency and performance as well as cost. Another option is to open more than one package unit price list and compare brands head to head. How do those Lennox Signature gas packs compare to other top of the line series like Trane XL or Carrier Infinity gas packs?  It’s quick and easy to see when you put these price lists side by side. If a packaged unit isn’t required for your home or business, you might want to check out a split system for your heating and cooling. We’ve got more than 30 price lists for split systems including central air conditioner price lists, heat pump price lists, gas furnace price lists and oil furnace price lists from leading brands Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Heil, Goodman and more.