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The R22 Phaseout: Will This Impact You as a Homeowner?

While news in the HVAC industry doesn’t often affect the average consumer, a protocol put in place by the Environmental Protection Agency will actually affect your home. Every person that runs an HVAC system with R-22 refrigerant, or Freon®, will need another solution. Instead of using R-22 refrigerants, which are known for hydrofluorocarbons (HCFCs), a …

Outdoor Unit Landscaping Mistakes

We aren’t afraid to admit it – the outdoor AC unit isn’t the most attractive household appliance on the market. Luckily, there are ways to make your outdoor space more pleasing without compromising the integrity of your HVAC system, but don’t make these mistakes when landscaping your yard. #1: Planting Shrubbery and Trees Too Close …

R-22 Phaseout (Freon): Moving Forward With R-410a Refrigerant

What is R-22 (Freon)? R-22 refrigerant, most recognizable by the brand name Freon®, has been used for decades as the primary refrigerant in residential HVAC applications. In recent years, it was determined that R-22 refrigerant was contributing to the depletion of the ozone lafyer. The United States EPA, as well as other organizations around the …