AC Repair vs Replace: Quick Decision Guide

If your AC uses R-22 refrigerant (Freon) — common in units made before 2010 — repair is almost never worth it. R-22 production was phased out under the Montreal Protocol; remaining stockpiles are expensive (up to $100/lb). An R-22 AC with a refrigerant leak will cost $500–$1,500+ just to recharge — money better invested in a new R-410A or R-32 system. Check your unit's data plate for refrigerant type. (Serving Richmond Hill, Ontario.)

Common AC Repairs and Costs in Ontario (2026)

If your AC uses R-22 refrigerant (Freon) — common in units made before 2010 — repair is almost never worth it. R-22 production was phased out under the Montreal Protocol; remaining stockpiles are expensive (up to $100/lb). An R-22 AC with a refrigerant leak will cost $500–$1,500+ just to recharge — money better invested in a new R-410A or R-32 system. Check your unit's data plate for refrigerant type. (Serving Richmond Hill, Ontario.)

New AC Unit Cost in Ontario (2026)

If your AC uses R-22 refrigerant (Freon) — common in units made before 2010 — repair is almost never worth it. R-22 production was phased out under the Montreal Protocol; remaining stockpiles are expensive (up to $100/lb). An R-22 AC with a refrigerant leak will cost $500–$1,500+ just to recharge — money better invested in a new R-410A or R-32 system. Check your unit's data plate for refrigerant type. (Serving Richmond Hill, Ontario.)

The R-22 Refrigerant Problem

If your AC uses R-22 refrigerant (Freon) — common in units made before 2010 — repair is almost never worth it. R-22 production was phased out under the Montreal Protocol; remaining stockpiles are expensive (up to $100/lb). An R-22 AC with a refrigerant leak will cost $500–$1,500+ just to recharge — money better invested in a new R-410A or R-32 system. Check your unit's data plate for refrigerant type. (Serving Richmond Hill, Ontario.)

AC Repair vs Replace Ontario | Richmond Hill

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