While R-22 was outlawed in 2010 for use in new units, some companies are taking advantage of the law by producing what’s known as ‘dry charge’ units. These are new units that don’t have the refrigerant installed at the factory. Instead, a technician is required to come out to your home and install the R-22 refrigerant. While this practice is technically legal, this isn’t the best option for the following reasons:
- There is a limited supply of R-22 and its price will increase as supplies diminish
- R-410A offers greater efficiency, saving you in energy costs, and is much better for the environment
- Dry charged units typically offer much shorter warranty periods