What’s happening with the refrigerant blend hydrofluorocarbon (HFC)-410A (R-410A)? To answer that question, let’s start with a little background. Hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC)-22, also known as R-22, ...
[Editor’s note: This article is the first in a series focusing on refrigerants and refrigerant blends. This month’s article will concentrate on the HCFC-22 air conditioning replacement refrigerant ...
During an air conditioning tune-up or even a new system installation, you may hear words like Puron, Freon, R-22 or R-410A. These are the technical and brand names of widely used refrigerants found in ...
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What the refrigerant change means for repairs and availability, not just install price
The refrigerant rules changing around 2025 are often framed as a simple bump in new system prices, but the real story runs ...
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New AC systems are switching refrigerants in 2025—what to ask before you buy
Air conditioners sold in 2025 are not just newer versions of what you already own, they are being redesigned around different ...
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