TLDRStarting January 1, 2026, new HVAC and refrigeration systems cannot use high-GWP refrigerants like R-404A and must switch to low-GWP alternatives such as A2L refrigerants (R-454A, R-454C, R-455A).…
Published by Alex P.
TLDRNew U.S. EPA rules ban the installation of new residential and light commercial AC and heat pump systems using high-GWP refrigerants like R-410A after January 1, 2026, with manufacturing or import…
Published by David N.
TLDR Multiple major HVAC manufacturers are implementing price increases of 2.5% to 11% starting February 2026, driven by rising costs of copper, steel, labor, and new refrigerant requirements. These…
Published by James T.
TLDR Starting January 2026, all new central AC and commercial HVAC systems must use low-GWP A2L refrigerants like R-32 and R-454B, according to EPA and DOE regulations. A2L refrigerants are not comp…
Published by Sarah C.
tldr Starting January 1, 2026, all new commercial HVAC equipment must use low-GWP refrigerants like R-454B and R-32, replacing higher-GWP options such as R-410A. The AIM Act lowers leak inspection a…
Published by Alex P.
TRDLColorado and other states are banning new gas furnaces and water heaters unless they meet strict low-emission or efficiency standards starting in 2025-2026.The rules require a shift to electric he…
Published by Mark R.
TRDLColorado has implemented statewide rules requiring new residential gas furnaces and water heaters to meet ultra-low NOx emissions or Energy Star standards, effective immediately.These regulations…
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TRDLThe AIM Act phase-in starting in 2026 mandates the transition from R-410A to mildly flammable A2L refrigerants like R-454B and R-32, requiring strict regulatory compliance for HVAC professionals.T…
Published by Sarah C.
TRDLMultiple HVAC manufacturers will raise prices between February 1 and 16, 2026, with increases ranging from 2.5% to 11% due to copper supply issues and higher material and labor costs.These price h…
Published by Emily K.
TRDLMultiple major HVAC manufacturers will increase prices by up to 10% starting February 2026 due to rising costs of copper, steel, labor, tariffs, and refrigerant upgrades.These hikes directly affec…
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TRDLStarting January 1, 2026, the production and import of HVAC systems using high-GWP refrigerants like R-410A will be banned under the AIM Act, requiring a switch to low-GWP alternatives such as R-4…
Published by Alex P.
TRDLEPA refrigerant regulations effective January 1, 2026, introduce stricter compliance rules for HVAC systems containing refrigerants with high global warming potential (GWP).New requirements includ…
Published by Sarah C.
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