
If you use a traditional central air conditioner, ductless system, or heat pump, then this blog post is for you. Why’s that? Because there is an important component that runs through these systems—refrigerant.
Refrigerant is the chemical actually responsible for transferring heat in order to bring you cooling. Not sure you understand? Not to worry, that’s why The Maynard Man is here!
We get a lot of customers who don’t really understand how air conditioners really work. They do not “generate” cooling like a heater generates warmth. Instead, they pull hot air from your home, and the refrigerant process involves compressing and condensing that expels the hot air outdoors and brings chilled air indoors.
So, you get it—refrigerant is important. You know what else is important? Knowing when you have a refrigerant leak. Read on to learn more!