It’s the Longest and One of the Hottest Days of the Year – How’s Your Air Conditioner Going to Handle It?

Service Experts Addresses Skyrocketing AC Repair Costs Due to R22

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B-roll: The rising cost of the refrigerant R22 coupled with rising temperatures will leave many homeowners paying more for AC repair this summer.

PLANO, Texas--()--Air conditioner (AC) repairs this summer will come with skyrocketing costs for the refrigerant R22, more commonly known as Freon™, according to Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning. Production of R22 refrigerant, which is being phased out by the Environmental Protection Agency because it contains environmentally harmful ozone-depleting substances, has already dropped by 90 percent, and by 2020, production will be prohibited. Homeowners, in turn, face the challenge of whether to repair or to replace a system using R22 refrigerant from both a financial and environmental perspective.

“We are seeing the cost to repair older air conditioners needing additional R22 refrigerant increase by 300 to 400 percent, and that cost is only expected to increase as summer continues,” said Dave Moody, Vice President of Marketing and Customer Engagement for Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning. “The repair cost increases are helping drive many homeowners to upgrade to a new air conditioning system to be comfortable, as they can also save up to 50% on energy bills right away.”

New air conditioning systems use the more environmentally friendly R410A refrigerant, a different refrigerant that cannot be mixed or used in an existing air conditioner or heat pump designed for R22. Currently, reclamation and recycling of R22 is expected to be sufficient for existing systems, albeit at a much higher cost, providing time to upgrade systems before the phase-out period.

“Homeowners don’t have to replace their entire system now, but it’s helpful for them to know their options in this situation,” added Moody. “It’s important to know you can’t mix R22 and R410A. When a new R410A system is installed, the outdoor equipment and outdoor coil both need replacing, and the interconnecting refrigerant tubing needs inspecting. These newer systems are often far more energy efficient and can significantly save on energy costs, sound pollution, or even utilize alternative energy sources like solar energy.”

The average life-span of many home air conditioners is 8 to 10 years, which will help homeowners determine the cost benefit of either paying the premium price for R22 to repair older systems, versus upgrading. Additional benefits to upgrading include the opportunity to take advantage of energy rebates being offered and improving a home’s efficient use of energy. New equipment will also have longer warranty periods, quieter operation, and the peace of mind of a more ozone-friendly refrigerant, not to mention greater home comfort through more advanced technology.

As one of North America’s largest heating and air conditioning service companies, Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning is working with home and property owners across North America to help address the issues they face due to the rising costs of R22. Its team of NATE-certified technicians is offering reduced price AC inspections, as well as rebates and incentives for system upgrades.

ABOUT SERVICE EXPERTS HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING NORTH AMERICA

Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning locations have been serving their communities with air conditioning and heating repair, maintenance plans and new system installation for decades, and the average age of their service centers is over 50 years. Headquartered in Plano, TX, Service Experts is one of North America’s largest heating and air conditioning service companies with 90 locations across 29 U.S. states and three Canadian provinces. Their team of NATE-certified technicians delivers expert service, repair, and installation on all brands of furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, air handlers, humidifiers, and indoor air purifying systems for both the residential and commercial markets. For more information on home comfort products, services and local rebates offered by Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning, visit ServiceExperts.com.

Contacts

for Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning
Ariel Herr, 214-269-2196
aherr@calisepartners.com

Contacts

for Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning
Ariel Herr, 214-269-2196
aherr@calisepartners.com