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Originally Posted by billybek
R-22 in the system now?
Contractor is probably selling to a R410A condensing unit and evap coil.
Usually the line set is re usable. Usually is a key word here...
That quote seems high.
Why is it not possible to fix the existing coil?
Tube sheet leaks? Fixable.
Last time I checked, you could still get an R-22 condensing unit.
They come without a refrigerant charge and R-22 is getting pricey.
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Originally Posted by Brian 162
If it's an older type refrigerant (R22) you can get a dry charged unit. That's a new outdoor unit with no refrigerant. You (the contractor) add the R22.
Sounds like he was guessing as to the number or where the leaks were. Try and find a more qualified contractor. Small leaks can be hard to find.
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My system is still R22. When my outside unit went bad 2 years ago I ordered a drop shipment of a new outside unit from a place in Texas...like you said...shipped dry. Then i arranged for a local AC guy to come after hours and do the swap and charge. Paid cash and that was that.
I believe in the state of Florida now it's illegal to swap out the old unit if it's R22. Contractors have to change the whole system over. Of course, as a mere homeowner...I was able to do an end around.
