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HCFC-22 (also known as R-22) Freon is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon, and is a controlled substance managed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This substance is hazardous and can cause significant damage to the ozone layer and overall environment. Because of the serious damage that can be caused by Freon regulations have been passed to restrict usage and distribution. EPA regulations mandate that only licensed/certified technicians purchase Freon due to its controlled status. R12/R22, Freon is used in refrigeration and various air conditioning applications. When Freon levels are low in air conditioning systems serious problems can arise such as compressor failure. It is highly critical that all Freon leaks be immediately repaired by a certified HVAC technician.

Saving Money by eliminating Refrigerant (Freon) Leaks

When an air conditioning system loses 20% of its Freon, electrical cost can skyrocket to over 40% in additional monthly cost. Many homeowners falsely believe that having their system topped off every year is part of regular maintenance. This is far from the truth as air conditioning systems are designed to completely seal the Coolant/Freon, therefore when Freon levels drop it is due to malfunction. Air conditioning systems can additionally suffer serious damage to the compressor and evaporator coils due to low Freon levels and leaks.

Air Conditioning Check Up

Many people incorrectly believe that when their A/C system is not performing as normal that there has to be a Freon leak. This is not always the case, as A/C systems are very complicated devices with many moving parts that work in concert to provide cooling. The only way to properly diagnose any problem or Freon leak in your A/C system is for a certified HVAC technician to perform a service check. Air Conditioning service checks should be performed annually to prevent expensive repairs due to neglect, “click here for an A/C Service check coupon”. An air conditioning service check consists of the following.

• Filter Check, clogged filters can restrict air flow and reduce the efficiency of the system.
  
• Condenser Inspection
  
• Thermostat calibration
  
• Inspect and clean condenser coil
  
• Check Freon levels and inspect for leaks
  
• Inspect valve cores and copper line sets
  
• Inspect electrical connections and sensors
  
• Inspect control box, circuit boards, relays and wiring
  
• Check operating pressures and temperatures
  
• Inspect valve cores and copper line sets
  
• Inspect electrical connections and sensors

Air Conditioning Freon Leak Detection (Refrigerant loss, Coolant loss)

Only the most highly experienced HVAC Technicians possess the knowledge and equipment necessary to locate and repair Freon leaks. Many unscrupulous technicians will result to simply re-charging your air conditioning system every few months which is not only costly but illegal in many instances. This type of HVAC technician is one that you are wise to avoid as many of their practices can result in total system replacement. Extreme Climate HVAC specializes in locating and repairing Freon leaks that are undetected by even our biggest competitors. We utilize specialized equipment that can locate even the smallest Freon leaks imaginable. There are many different methods of detecting Refrigerant/Freon leaks to include the following methods:

• Electronic sniffer, “this method detects the leak by capturing emitted fumes”.
  
• Freon leak pressure test
  
• UV light Freon leak detection “this method utilizes AR-GLO fluorescent dyes that are circulated through the air conditioning system leaving visual traces at the Freon leak locations”.
  
• Bubble Freon leak detection, “this method utilizes soapy bubbles to find the leak and can be highly inaccurate”.

If your air conditioning system is leaking Freon, call Extreme Climate HVAC immediately! We guarantee all of our work and even offer a $25.00 off coupon towards Freon leak detection and repair, “click here for coupon”.