{"id":8198,"date":"2020-09-17T07:07:57","date_gmt":"2020-09-17T12:07:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/?p=8198"},"modified":"2024-08-16T14:09:25","modified_gmt":"2024-08-16T19:09:25","slug":"mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Mix Different Refrigerants in My Air Conditioning Unit?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/#What_Happens_to_My_Air_Conditioning_Unit_if_I_Mix_Refrigerants\" >What Happens to My Air Conditioning Unit if I Mix Refrigerants?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/#Why_Do_People_Mix_Refrigerants\" >Why Do People Mix Refrigerants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/#Worried_About_Refrigerant_in_Your_Air_Conditioning_Unit_Call_Us\" >Worried About Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioning Unit? Call Us<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Can I Mix Different Refrigerants in My Air Conditioning Unit\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-8223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>With the recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/what-does-the-r22-ban-mean\/\">R22 ban<\/a> now going into full effect, this is a very common question for people looking to upgrade or change the refrigerant in their air conditioning unit. The simple answer is no, you should never mix refrigerants in your air conditioning unit. There are a few reasons why this should not be done, and it pays to do your air conditioning unit research. Many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/air-conditioner-units.html\">air conditioner units<\/a> use refrigerant called R-22, which is a CFC (chlorofluorocarbon), especially units installed prior to 2010, as the EPA has now phased out R-22 due to its environmental impact. It is important to know what type of refrigerant your air conditioning unit uses.<\/p>\n<p>Galmiche &amp; Sons is your St. Louis source for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a>. We take the steps to ensure refrigerants are never mixed and your system is always in optimal condition. Give us a call at <span class=\"mobile_tel\"><span class=\"mobile_tel\">314-993-1110<\/span><\/span> today.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_to_My_Air_Conditioning_Unit_if_I_Mix_Refrigerants\"><\/span>What Happens to My Air Conditioning Unit if I Mix Refrigerants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are several reasons why using two different types of refrigerant in your air conditioning unit is a bad idea. Here at Galmiche &amp; Sons, we believe in doing the right thing for our customers, which means never cutting corners and extending the life of their AC unit.<\/p>\n<p>Look at some reasons to never mix refrigerant in your air conditioning unit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>It is Against the Law<\/strong> &#8211; As the EPA has phased out the use of R-22 refrigerants, it is illegal for contractors to mix refrigerants. This is because when mixed, the refrigerant is no longer reusable and must be incinerated. While it is unlikely you will be prosecuted for this, it is just not a great idea.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inefficiency<\/strong> &#8211; Mixed refrigerants lead to your compress cooling less effectively, which means that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/quote-request.php\">HVAC system<\/a> must work harder to cool your home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potential Damage<\/strong> &#8211; With mixed coolants, your air conditioning unit is more susceptible to damage. This is because mixed refrigerants have an unpredictable temperature, which adds extra stress to your compressor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy Cost Increase<\/strong> &#8211; With a compressor that is working inefficiently, it probably comes as no surprise that your energy bills will increase. This is due to your AC unit working overtime to cool your home. This coupled with potential system damage makes mixing refrigerants a costly gamble.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_People_Mix_Refrigerants\"><\/span>Why Do People Mix Refrigerants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-2-300x184.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing Refrigerants in Your Air Conditioning Unit\" width=\"300\" height=\"184\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-8224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-2-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mix-refrigerants-air-conditioning-unit-2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are a number of reasons someone may try to mix refrigerants in your air conditioning system. For example, an unscrupulous contractor or technician may mix refrigerants out of laziness or due to cost. Many will simply top off your system without bothering to check refrigerant type. By the time you figure it out, it could be too late. At Galmiche &amp; Sons, we always take the time determine your refrigerant type and we never mix them under any circumstances.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worried_About_Refrigerant_in_Your_Air_Conditioning_Unit_Call_Us\"><\/span>Worried About Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioning Unit? Call Us<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We are proud of our reputation as one of the most trusted HVAC companies in St. Louis. We believe in a job well done and customer satisfaction. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/contact-galmiche.php\">heating &amp; air conditioning<\/a> technicians never cut corners and are here to help with any of your heating and air conditioning needs. To learn more or schedule an appointment, give us a call at <span class=\"mobile_tel\"><span class=\"mobile_tel\">314-993-1110<\/span><\/span> and let us put your mind at ease.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the recent R22 ban now going into full effect, this is a very common question for people looking to upgrade or change the refrigerant in their air conditioning unit. The simple answer is no, you should never mix refrigerants in your air conditioning unit. There are a few reasons why this should not be done, and it pays to do your air conditioning unit research. Many air conditioner units use refrigerant called R-22, which is a CFC (chlorofluorocarbon), especially &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Can I Mix Different Refrigerants in My Air Conditioning Unit?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":8223,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mbp_gutenberg_autopost":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[15,13,42,5,22,38],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8198","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-conditioner-repair","category-air-conditioner-tips","category-air-conditioner-troubleshooting","category-air-conditioners","category-diy-hvac-repair","category-heating-cooling-faqs"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Can I Mix Refrigerants in My Air Conditioning Unit? | St. Louis HVAC Tips<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Mixing different refrigerants in your air conditioning unit might seem like an affordable choice thanks to the R22 ban, but it can cause serious damage and problems.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Can I Mix Refrigerants in My Air Conditioning Unit? | St. Louis HVAC Tips\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Mixing different refrigerants in your air conditioning unit might seem like an affordable choice thanks to the R22 ban, but it can cause serious damage and problems.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.galmicheandsons.com\/hvac-blog\/mix-different-refrigerants-in-air-conditioning-unit\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"St. Louis HVAC Tips - Galmiche &amp; 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