If you’re anything like most people, you have no idea what refrigerant is. Or you’ve heard the word and know that it has something to do with keeping things cold. In this video, we go over some of the different types of refrigerants and how they work to cool your home.
A refrigerant is a substance with a low boiling point. That makes it simple to change from liquid to vapor and back again. Each time it changes, refrigerant is either absorbing or releasing heat in the air. That transfer of heat is how your AC does its job to cool your home. We go over this more in the video.
If everything is working right, you should never have to add more refrigerant. Your air conditioner is a closed system, so nothing should evaporate or burn off. If you need to add more, there’s a good chance of a leak somewhere in the lines. A technician should be able to help you find it.
The type of refrigerant your AC uses can make a huge impact on the environment. Because of the leaks that can happen, many refrigerants were a big part of cutting a hole in the ozone layer. Later varieties added large amounts of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. Most of the newest options have much less of a negative effect.
If you’re curious about what kind of refrigerant your AC uses, Any Hour Services would be happy to help. Our HVAC technicians can help you find out what your system uses and answer any questions you may have. You can give us a call or schedule an appointment online.
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