A/C System Mandate: What It Means for Your Home and Budget
Starting January 1, 2025, the EPA mandated that new air conditioning and heat pump systems must not use high-GWP (Global Warming Potential) refrigerants like R-410A. While this may sound technical, the changes affect real-world things like system costs, insurance, and your monthly energy bills. Here’s what Houston homeowners should know, and how to prepare.