Was your system installed before 2010, then read this!
If your HVAC system is serviced and maintained, you may not be concerned with the latest required type of refrigerant. However, when your HVAC system runs out of refrigerant or needs repairs that require refrigerant to be added to the system, starting in 2024 that may not be an easy process. If your system uses R-22 or R-410A, the new R-454B cannot replace the older refrigerants.
Why another refrigerant
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the HVAC industry needs to lower Hydrofluorocarbons, also known as HFCs, by 85% over the next 15 years. To achieve these goals, several manufacturers will no longer use R410a refrigerants. Starting January 1, 2023, new cooling systems will use R-454B.
Worldwide demand for air conditioning has grown tremendously with environmental consequences. The Environmental Protection Agency was directed to address Hydrofluorocarbons, also known as HFCs, to lower greenhouse gases (https://www.epa.gov/snap/reducing-hydrofluorocarbon-hfc-use-and-emissions-federal-sector-through-snap). The AIM Act was signed into law by President Trump in December 2020, (https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title42-section7675(a)&num=0&edition=prelim).
Older HVAC Systems
If your system was installed before 2010, it most likely used R-22 refrigerant which is no longer legal to import into the United States. While it’s available, it is very expensive. If your system is newer and uses R410A refrigerant, manufacturers will cut production in 2024 and you guessed it, the cost for replacement is expected to increase greatly.
A Solution
Having your air condenser and furnace inspected and serviced annually can help extend its life. If it’s too late for that, consider replacing your system with the new refrigerant.
Related Articles
The Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Claims in Oklahoma
Oklahoma imposes a stringent time constraint on anybody seeking to make a medical malpractice claim. The statute of limitations, as defined by Oklahoma Statute §12-95, establishes a two year period during which legal proceedings must be commenced. Comprehending this...
Navigating Medical and Dental Malpractice in Oklahoma
Experts in medicine and dentistry are vital to our health because they are trusted to deliver care that meets predetermined criteria. But when errors are made, whether from carelessness or incapacity, the results can be severe, leading to long-lasting disabilities....
New home buyer’s costs they may not tell you about
Discover the often-overlooked costs that come with purchasing and maintaining a new home, besides mortgage payments.Purchasing a new home is a significant financial commitment that goes beyond the initial sale price. Prospective homeowners must consider mortgage...