Brooklyn HVAC experts remind property owners that the new refrigerant requirement is now in effect

Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning says that homeowners considering a new HVAC system should install a unit that uses A2L refrigerants

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, a family-owned home service company serving Brooklyn and Manhattan since 1906, says homeowners who plan to install a new HVAC system this year should keep in mind that new refrigerants are required starting this month.

"The new A2L refrigerants are better for the environment and more efficient," said Michael Petri, owner of Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning. "All residential and light commercial air conditioners and heat pumps manufactured after Jan. 1, 2025, will have to use these new refrigerants, but HVAC systems running on the old refrigerants can be installed until Jan. 1, 2026."

Petri said that while homeowners can legally have air conditioners and heat pumps installed that use the older refrigerants, they should consider purchasing the updated HVAC systems to help prevent potential problems later.

"Once a refrigerant has been phased out, it's no longer manufactured. That means that it may not be available if homeowners have an issue that requires refrigerant to be replaced," Petri said. "If you're considering purchasing a new HVAC system this year, it's a good idea to go ahead and transition to a system that uses the new refrigerants so you don't run into that problem."

The HVAC industry has been gearing up for the transition to the new refrigerants since the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) began implementing the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020. The new refrigerants will change from R-410A to R-32 and R-454B, known as A2Ls.

Petri said the new refrigerant produces less greenhouse gas emissions and operates more efficiently, which can save homeowners money on their energy bills.

"Switching to these new HVAC systems can save homeowners between 20 and 40% on their annual cooling costs," he said. "If your current system is more than 10 years old, you should probably consider upgrading to one of the newer, more environmentally-friendly systems. A new system will help reduce your energy costs in the long run."

For more information about Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning, visit https://www.petriplumbing.com/, or to schedule service, call (718) 717-1089.

About Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning
Petri Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Drain Cleaning is a family owned and operated business serving Brooklyn and the New York City area. Founded in 1906, the company offers a 100 percent guarantee on all services, upfront pricing, and friendly and knowledgeable Service Experts for all kinds of home and business plumbing and heating needs. Services offered include water and gas pipe leak repair and installation, fixture installations, inspections, boiler repair, water heater installation, complete bathroom, kitchen, laundry & utility room remodeling and more. Petri is also licensed and certified by Green Plumbers USA, the first in New York City to receive this designation. For more information, please visit www.petriplumbing.com or call (718) 717-1089.

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