R-22 Phase-Out Makes a New Unit Smart
R-22 coolant is no longer made. Recycled supply costs $100 to $250 per pound. A full recharge on a leaking unit can run $660 to $1,900. That is coolant alone. A new unit removes that risk for good.
AC Installation — Fair Oaks, CA
ac Installation Fair Oaks
If your AC uses R-22 coolant, you are one leak away from a big bill. R-22 is no longer made. Recycled supply costs $100 to $250 per pound. A full AC swap runs $8,000 to $15,000. That is often the better move. Fresh Air gives you the honest comparison at a free estimate.
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AC Swap for Fair Oaks Homes — Including R-22 Units
Fair Oaks has many 1970s and 1980s homes. A lot of them still run on R-22 coolant. R-22 is no longer made. Only recycled supply exists. Prices reflect that. When an R-22 unit leaks, a recharge can cost more than a month of mortgage payments. That is for coolant alone. A new unit using R-410A or R-454B removes that risk. It also runs with better savings. Fresh Air Heating & Air is licensed (CSLB #945361) and insured. We have set up over 900 units across Sacramento since 2009. Our free estimate covers your options and gives you an honest repair vs. new unit comparison.
Honest Repair vs. New Unit Math
We do not push a new unit when repair makes more sense. We show you the numbers. You see the repair cost, the unit age, and the price of a new setup with a full warranty. You decide.
Free Estimate, License #945361
Fresh Air is licensed, insured, and family-run since 2009. Our estimate is free. It includes a full unit check, not just a price sheet. License #945361 is on the CSLB website.
What AC Setup Includes in Fair Oaks
- Free in-home check of your unit's age, coolant type, and condition.
- Honest comparison of repair cost vs. full new unit cost with your numbers.
- Removal and disposal of R-22 or R-410A gear per EPA Section 608 rules.
- New outdoor unit and indoor coil or air handler setup with current coolant.
- Coolant line set swap or check and unit charging.
- Permit filing with Sacramento County and inspection setup.
- Thermostat swap if needed for the new unit.
- Final startup test and savings check before we leave.
AC Swap Costs in Fair Oaks
A new AC setup in Fair Oaks runs $4,500 to $12,000. Full unit swap with furnace or air handler falls between $8,000 and $15,000. Compare that to an R-22 recharge at $660 to $1,900 for coolant alone. There is no fix for the next leak. When you look at unit age and two or three recharges, a new unit often costs less over five years.
Fair Oaks is in SMUD's area. SMUD offers rebates for high-savings and heat pump units. Check smud.org for current amounts. We confirm what applies at the free estimate. Most setups take about 48 hours from permit pull to final startup. Our milestone billing means you pay in stages, not all at once.
ac Installation Fair Oaks FAQ
Why is my R-22 unit a problem?
R-22 coolant was phased out. It is no longer made. Recycled supply is limited. Prices hit $100 to $250 per pound. A leaking R-22 unit is costly to recharge. It may not be worth fixing at all.
How do I know if my AC uses R-22?
Check the data plate on your outdoor unit. It lists the coolant type. If it says R-22, your unit is at least 10 years old. We can also check at the free estimate.
What does a full AC swap cost in Fair Oaks?
AC-only swap runs $4,500 to $12,000. Full unit swap with furnace or air handler runs $8,000 to $15,000. We give you a firm written quote after the free estimate.
Free AC Estimate in Fair Oaks
Call Fresh Air Heating & Air at (916) 416-8181 or book at /contact/. We serve Fair Oaks, Carmichael, Citrus Heights, and the greater Sacramento area. CSLB #945361, insured, family-run since 2009.