Will Startling Refrigerant Costs Burn a Five-Figure Hole in Your Budget?
Coolant supplies are dwindling and prices have skyrocketed due to EPA regulations requiring the complete phase out of R-22 refrigerant. Today, an average 20 ton commercial AC unit requires $12,000 of R-22 freon to ll. Making the decision to replace your systems isn’t only smart, it’s inevitable.
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Environmental Regulations Will Raise Costs
If your HVAC unit was installed more than 8 years ago, it is likely that your air conditioner utilizes R-22 refrigerant. Because of growing concerns about the environment, production of systems using R-22 refrigerant has been phased out. New systems call for R-410A refrigerant, a chlorine-free, ozone-friendly alternative that is safer for the environment.
Limited Supplies = Skyrocketing Prices
As it is being phased out, R-22 costs have escalated by ten times over the last five years. Even clients asking to simply have their refrigerant “topped off” are incurring costs in the thousands. In the case you have to refill older systems because of coolant leaks, you may face startling, significant stress on your budget.
Will Replacement Mean Less Hassle?
Refilling old units with a different refrigerant may not be the answer, and the vast majority of older units will suffer from performance issues when using the new R-410A coolant. Our clients who manage multi-family units have been pleasantly surprised to learn that replacement offers immediate cost savings. Instead of hassling with obsolete equipment and outrageous costs, replacing ultimately saves money, time, and keeps their residents happy.
Eventually, replacement will be the only option. We’ve worked with multi-family properties in the District, Virginia, and Maryland community for years, and can give you honest recommendations on how to achieve cost savings on bulk replacements. We understand your concerns and have a big-picture mindset that helps you focus on strategically planning for unexpected regulatory changes.
Is it time to replace your AC systems? If you don’t know, complete this self-assessment to understand the impact of rising costs of R-22 refrigerant on your budget.
If you want to speak to a member of our team to learn how the R-22 phase-out will affect your budgets, give us a call at 703.891.4600.