What is the Cost to Convert R-22 to an R-410 Refrigerant

Should I Convert my R-22 AC to R-410A?

The cost of central air conditioner conversion from an R-22 refrigerant to an R-410A refrigerant has been known to go from $2000 to $4500 if you live in the South Florida area.

In the end, if your air conditioning unit is over eight years old, then it would be more prudent to simply replace the machine than to convert it from an R-22 unit to an R-410A unit. We would like advice against converting your air conditioning unit from an R-22 to an R-410A refrigerant.

But why is it so expensive to convert to an R-410A unit? It usually comes down to a large amount of work and replacement parts you need to finish the job.
So let’s inspect and see what it takes to retrofit or convert your air conditioning unit.

What does converting to R-410A entail?

Reminder only trusts a licensed and properly insured HVAC technician certified by the EPA to safely handle an R-410A conversion. If the conversion isn’t done properly, then you might end up spending much more money on a unit that is on a death counter.

To properly convert your air conditioning unit from an R-22 refrigerant to an R-410A, you will need a professional technician to:

• Vacuum and clean out the R-22 refrigerant from your AC
• Flush out your air conditioning unit of any traces of R-22 refrigerant, and then wait for your system to dry completely.

Sometimes the system will have to be flushed several times to ensure the R-22 is properly removed.

First, you will need to replace the expansion valve, accumulator, and compressor with ones that will handle higher temperatures and pressures produced by the R-410A. In some cases, you might need to replace your entire refrigerant lineset.

Test and inspect your air conditioning unit thoroughly, ensure there are no leaks and the pressure levels are acceptable. All six steps together can take eight hours or more. After adding up the costs of an eight-hour labor job as well as the cost for replacement parts, you will be looking at a very expensive repair bill for your air conditioner.

When you should replace the AC unit instead of converting

Suppose your air conditioning unit is eight years old or older. In that case, you should consider replacing the entire unit with a more modern air conditioner that uses the R-410A refrigerant instead of spending the money to convert your current R-22 unit.

Why?

Air conditioning units last ten to twelve years, so if your current air conditioner is eight years old or older, then it is likely nearing the end of its operational life. It is a waste of money to convert your air conditioning unit at that point. It is more prudent to pay the $4600 to $9000 to simply have a new air conditioner installed.

All Time Air Conditioning will inspect your system and give you an estimate to restore the comfort of your home