2025 Freon Mandate Change & What It Means for New Jersey Residents

Refrigerant regulations are changing in 2025. Len The Plumber Heating & Air aims to help you understand how this affects you as a homeowner in New Jersey.

With the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020, R-410A will no longer be manufactured or imported to the U.S. to phase down hydrofluorocarbons.

This particular refrigerant is used in air conditioners, ductless mini-splits, and heat pumps and has been used in place of R-22. However, HVAC systems will be required to stay under a new global warming potential limit, and R-410A doesn’t meet the requirements.

Why Are HVAC Equipment Costs Rising?

Since 2020, HVAC equipment prices have risen significantly, with an average system price increase of almost 100%.

Things like refrigerant regulations and the updated efficiency standards of SEER2 and HSPF2 have had the biggest impact. More accurate testing conditions and stricter standards make it more complicated for HVAC manufacturers.

The goal is a more environmentally friendly industry, but the side effects of these changes are:

• Higher production prices
• Limited materials
• Supply chain disruption
• Skilled labor shortages

R-22 vs. R-410A vs. R-454B

R-22 and R-410A are in the A1 refrigerant class. They have a significant environmental impact because they’re ozone-depleting substances. Freon, or R-22, hasn’t been manufactured or imported since 2020. Puron, or R-410A, will no longer be manufactured or imported in 2025.

Beginning in 2025, R-454B, an A2L refrigerant, will be the primary refrigerant used in air conditioning units. This type of refrigerant has a much lower global warming potential than its predecessors and is more energy-efficient.

What Does the Refrigerant Change Mean for Homeowners?

Service for older units will still be available through the stockpile of Freon and Puron, but those will dwindle over time. Since this is a new change, you’ll likely be able to obtain Puron to service your existing system.

However, things are different if you need a new HVAC unit. This change has a positive impact by reducing your carbon footprint and improving energy efficiency while future-proofing your HVAC systems. We can help you replace your HVAC with an R-454B system.

Finance Your HVAC Replacement

Once the refrigerant stockpiles of R-22 and R-410A are gone, this will hasten the turnover to new HVAC systems. Rest assured, Len The Plumber Heating & Air will be here to help.

We have financing options available to lessen the impact on your budget as you transfer from the old Freon or Puron HVAC units to the new ones. These systems will positively affect your environment and your home, increasing your property’s value.

Why Choose Len The Plumber Heating & Air To Install Your New HVAC System?

The team at Len The Plumber Heating & Air understands the comfort needs of homes in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Mercer counties. We’ll service all HVAC brands with no surprise fees and upfront pricing before any work begins.

As these new refrigerant regulations roll out, we’ll be there to help ensure a smooth transition from the old system to the new. Our HVAC experts will happily walk you through the new models and help you pick the right unit for your home. We’re still proud to offer same day service seven days a week to ensure your HVAC system is running smoothly.

Regulations may be changing, but our excellent service always stays the same. Contact Len The Plumber Heating & Air today to upgrade your HVAC system.