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AIM Act impacts on local HVAC businesses transitioning to new refrigerant standards
July 11, 2025 – Read More
As the summer heats up, air conditioning companies are feeling the effects of regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. Air conditioning service manager Brian McDonald said he’s worried about getting a product his business relies on.
“We’ve been on backorder for probably 12 weeks,” McDonald told News 13.
Refrigerant shortage leaves US consumers at risk of being taken advantage of – how to avoid getting burned
June 14, 2025 – Read More
So when AC units go on the fritz, residents are likely sweating the cost of a new unit or potential repairs just as much as they’re sweating the heat. And this summer, staying cool could cost more than ever.
A nationwide refrigerant shortage, sparked by new federal environmental mandates, is reportedly sending shockwaves through the HVAC industry and straight into consumers’ wallets.
HVAC prices rise over refrigerant shortage
June 7, 2025 – Read More
Anyone hoping to repair or replace their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems this summer may face higher prices.
New federal rules are contributing to a nationwide refrigerant shortage, meaning getting cool could cost you just as it’s about to get hot.
Rules and refrigerants: Contractors say new air conditioning system costs are going up
May 19, 2025 – Read More
The cost of cooling down may burn a bigger hole in your wallet this summer if you need to replace your home’s air conditioner. Contractors cite changes in Environmental Protection Agency-enforced regulations on refrigerants, a component that your home’s air conditioner can’t work without, as a big issue.
The modifications revolve around a phase out of commonly used air conditioning refrigerants like R-410A for new ones like R-454B.
New refrigerant law drives up costs, strains HVAC industry ahead of summer, business owner says
May 2, 2025 – Read More
A federal law aimed at addressing climate change is impacting HVAC companies. The American Innovation and Manufacturing or “AIM” Act requires companies to use a new type of refrigerant.
Refrigerant is a fluid used in cooling and heating to absorb and transfer heat. The new class of mandated refrigerants is A2Ls. The Environmental Protection Agency said this group of refrigerants is better for the environment than the one many business owners previously used, called 410A.