If your air conditioner isn’t performing as it used to, or if you notice moisture leakage, you may have leaking refrigerant, which can be dangerous.
At Central Heating, we have over a decade’s worth of experience fixing refrigerant leaks and Freon replacement.
If your air conditioner isn’t cooling the way, it should contact us today for an inspection.
A ductless mini split system can give you all the benefits without the drawbacks of a central AC system.
5 Signs of an Air Conditioner Refrigerant Leak
Without refrigerant, your air conditioner loses its ability to cool your home. If you notice your AC system struggling to maintain the desired temperature, it may be leaking refrigerant that’s to blame, and here are five warning signs to watch for.
Warm Air Coming From the Vents
When the air coming out of the vents isn’t as cool as it should be, it could be a refrigerant leak causing the problem.
Your Home Isn’t the Right Temperature
If your air conditioner is leaking refrigerant, your system struggles to bring your home to the desired temperature. When constant thermostat adjustments don’t help, call a professional to check the refrigerant levels.
Frozen Coils
When your air conditioner’s evaporator coils can’t absorb the heat from the air, it causes condensation, which eventually freezes. Typically, low refrigerant levels are the cause of this problem.
Higher Utility Bills
Higher than average utility bills mean your air conditioner isn’t running efficiently and is using more energy than it should. Many issues cause system inefficiency, including low refrigerant.
Ice
When ice forms on the copper line leading to the outdoor unit, it’s usually leaking refrigerant that’s to blame.
Refrigerant leaks aren’t a DIY repair. Call a professional HVAC contractor like Central Heating in Barrie when you need AC refrigerant leak services.
Can You Still Get a Freon Recharge?
Freon or R22 was the standard refrigerant in modern air conditioning systems. However, since being banned for import in 2000 due to environmental factors, homeowners needing a Freon recharge were limited to whatever limited stock was available.
So, if your air conditioner still uses Freon, you have several options if you need replacement.
If you have an older AC unit that uses R22, you can still get a recharge, but it will be expensive and contingent on whatever supplies are still available. In most cases, getting R22 is prohibitively expensive and depends on whether your AC contractor can purchase it.
Due to the limited quantities of Freon available, a recharge can run into thousands of dollars, which brings us to the next option.
It’s possible to modify certain air conditioners to accept newer refrigerants like R420a, which the EPA says is better for the environment.
However, modifying older AC units is also expensive, and you’re usually better off investing that money in a new system that’s more reliable and easier to maintain.
If you have an old air conditioner that still uses R22 Freon and you need a recharge, call one of our technicians for a consultation. Chances are we can provide you with cost-effective solutions to install a new system that’s more energy-efficient and better for the environment.
Besides professional air conditioning services, Central Heating also offers guaranteed heater repair. Contact us for more information.
Why Central Heating?
At Central Heating, we’ve served homeowners throughout Muskoka and Simcoe County since 2007. Our prime directive is to provide a one-stop solution for all of your heating and cooling needs with 5-star customer service at affordable prices.
However, we don’t stop there. When you work with us, you get:
- Straightforward pricing so you always know what you’re paying before work begins.
- 24-hour emergency service with live operators answering the phone.
- A 100% satisfaction guarantee.
- Custom HVAC solutions specific to your home’s needs.
