Why Knowing Your Refrigerant Type Matters
Refrigerant plays a vital role in your home’s cooling system, and understanding the different types of air conditioning refrigerants helps you make smarter maintenance and replacement choices. At A. Maurais & Son in Jay, ME, we teach homeowners that knowing which refrigerant their system uses affects comfort, efficiency, and long-term costs. It also ensures that when the time comes for service or upgrades, you choose environmentally responsible and energy-efficient options that keep your home cool all summer long.
R-22: The Phased-Out Standard
For decades, R-22 (commonly called Freon) dominated the air conditioning market. However, its ozone-depleting properties led to a nationwide phase-out. Homeowners with older systems that still use R-22 face high maintenance costs and limited supply. If your AC runs on this refrigerant, it’s a good time to plan an upgrade. A. Maurais & Son can replace outdated equipment with newer, efficient systems that meet modern environmental standards.
R-410A: The Current Industry Favorite
R-410A became the replacement for R-22 and remains one of the most common refrigerants in today’s units. It operates at higher pressure, which improves cooling performance and energy efficiency. Systems designed for R-410A also run cleaner, quieter, and longer with proper care. Our team specializes in installing and servicing these units to keep your Maine home comfortable during humid summers.
R-454B and Other Eco-Friendly Alternatives
R-454B is a newer low-GWP refrigerant that many manufacturers now use in modern heat pumps and AC systems. It delivers strong cooling performance while cutting global warming potential significantly compared to older refrigerants like R-410A. R-454B is classified as A2L, which means low toxicity with mild flammability, so it requires equipment designed for it and service procedures that follow updated safety standards. At A. Maurais & Son in Jay, ME, we stay current on these refrigerant changes so homeowners can choose efficient, future-ready systems with confidence.
Service and Support You Can Rely On
Whether you need help identifying your refrigerant type or upgrading to a cleaner system, A. Maurais & Son in Jay, ME provides expert guidance and full installation support. And if your system fails during peak season, our 24-hour emergency service ensures you never lose comfort when you need it most.
Curious about what’s inside your cooling system? Call (207) 320-2134 today or contact us online. Follow us on Facebook. Schedule an air conditioning consultation and learn more about the types of air conditioning refrigerants.